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$214,724$194 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 96How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $78,000 on May 1, 2012

1257 RIDGE RD

HOMEWOOD, IL 60430
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,108 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
0.39 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1903
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$215K
$206K low$223K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$78,000 · May 1, 2012
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$176,324
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$141,059
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.18%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$38,400
ILLIANA FIN'L CU · recorded May 15, 2014

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$8,077 (2023)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$25,320 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$6,817
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$18,503
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$18,849
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$253,200

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.39
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
10
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
71
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
73
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
40
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Bungalow
CountyCook
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.39
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Mat/Raft Foundation (Slab)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Detached

Transaction History(1)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

M
James Hart SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.3 mi
E
Willow School
Elementary · Grades PK–2 · 0.8 mi
H
Homewood-Flossmoor High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.5 mi

District: Homewood School District 153

Neighborhood · ZIP 60430These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.59
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.104
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.41

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.28%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.9.8%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.5%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.18,630
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.3,169 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$85,445
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$103,344
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.38 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.54%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Absentee owner
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

1257 Ridge Rd measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth less than 80% of homes in Cook County
  • Costs less per square foot than 73% of homes in Cook County
  • Smaller than 76% of homes in Cook County
  • Has a bigger lot than 80% of homes in Cook County
  • Among the oldest homes in Homewood 60430

What homes are worth in Homewood 60430

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$102K$463K

This home is worth more than 30% of homes in Homewood 60430.

How it measures up in Homewood 60430

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Homewood 60430.

Estimated value$214,724
CheaperTypical $252,611Pricier

Pricier than 30% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$194
CheaperTypical $175Pricier

Pricier than 72% of homes nearby

Living area1,108 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,360 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 25% of homes nearby

Lot size0.39 ac
SmallerTypical 0.21 acBigger

Bigger than 75% of homes nearby

Year built1903
OlderTypical 1960Newer

Older than almost all homes nearby

How 1257 Ridge Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeHomewood 60430Cook County
Estimated valuepricier than$214,72430% of homes20% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$19472% of homes27% of homes
Living areabigger than1,108 ft²25% of homes24% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.39 ac75% of homes80% of homes
Year builtnewer than1903almost no homes8% of homes

About 1257 Ridge Rd

How much is 1257 Ridge Rd, Homewood, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1257 Ridge Rd, Homewood, IL is $214,724 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $206,029 to $223,419. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1257 Ridge Rd, Homewood, IL last sell?

1257 Ridge Rd, Homewood, IL last sold on May 1, 2012 for $78,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1257 Ridge Rd, Homewood, IL?

1257 Ridge Rd, Homewood, IL has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,108 square feet of living space and a 0.39-acre lot.

When was 1257 Ridge Rd, Homewood, IL built?

1257 Ridge Rd, Homewood, IL was built in 1903, making it 123 years old. It is a bungalow home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 1257 Ridge Rd, Homewood, IL?

1257 Ridge Rd, Homewood, IL is assigned to James Hart School (middle), rated B+; Willow School (elementary); Homewood-Flossmoor High School (high), rated B-. All sit in Homewood School District 153. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1257 Ridge Rd, Homewood, IL compare to other homes in Homewood 60430?

Among the 7,741 homes in Homewood 60430, it is worth more than 30% of them ($214,724 against a typical $252,611), its price per square foot is higher than 72% of them ($194 against a typical $175), it is bigger than 25% of them (1,108 ft² against a typical 1,360 ft²), its lot is bigger than 75% of them (0.39 ac against a typical 0.21 ac) and it is newer than almost none of them (1903 against a typical 1960). Measured against all of Cook County, it is worth more than 20% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 1257 Ridge Rd, Homewood, IL?

The 2023 property tax bill for 1257 Ridge Rd, Homewood, IL was $8,077. The county assessed it at $25,320.

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