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$106,209
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 83How 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 $3,055 on Jun 1, 2017

13838 S EMERALD AVE

RIVERDALE, IL 60827
0
Baths
0.14 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.

Valuation

$106K
$88K low$124K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$3,055 · Jun 1, 2017

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,965 (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.$2,550 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$2,550
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$2,550
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$25,500

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.40
10
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
1
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
72
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
78
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.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.6 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Residential - Vacant Land
CountyCook
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.14
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.None

Transaction History(2)

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

Foreclosure Filings(7)

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

M
Washington Junior High SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 0.6 mi
E
Washington Elementary SchoolD+
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 0.6 mi
H
Thornton Township High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.9 mi

District: Thornton Township High School District 205

Neighborhood · ZIP 60827These 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.138
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.106
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.43

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.87%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.9.1%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.31%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.23,615
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.3,205 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$45,523
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$58,831
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%

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How this home compares

13838 S Emerald Ave 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 97% of homes in Cook County
  • Has a bigger lot than 86% of homes in Riverdale 60827

What homes are worth in Riverdale 60827

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

This home
$37K$221K

This home is worth more than 31% of homes in Riverdale 60827.

How it measures up in Riverdale 60827

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Riverdale 60827.

Estimated value$106,209
CheaperTypical $124,057Pricier

Pricier than 31% of homes nearby

Lot size0.14 ac
SmallerTypical 0.1 acBigger

Bigger than 86% of homes nearby

How 13838 S Emerald Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRiverdale 60827Cook County
Estimated valuepricier than$106,20931% of homes3% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.14 ac86% of homes44% of homes

About 13838 S Emerald Ave

How much is 13838 S Emerald Ave, Riverdale, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 13838 S Emerald Ave, Riverdale, IL is $106,209 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $88,373 to $124,045. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 13838 S Emerald Ave, Riverdale, IL last sell?

13838 S Emerald Ave, Riverdale, IL last sold on Jun 1, 2017 for $3,055, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

What schools serve 13838 S Emerald Ave, Riverdale, IL?

13838 S Emerald Ave, Riverdale, IL is assigned to Washington Junior High School (middle), rated D+; Washington Elementary School (elementary), rated D+; Thornton Township High School (high), rated D-. All sit in Thornton Township High School District 205. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 13838 S Emerald Ave, Riverdale, IL compare to other homes in Riverdale 60827?

Among the 6,680 homes in Riverdale 60827, it is worth more than 31% of them ($106,209 against a typical $124,057) and its lot is bigger than 86% of them (0.14 ac against a typical 0.1 ac). Measured against all of Cook County, it is worth more than 3% 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 13838 S Emerald Ave, Riverdale, IL?

The 2023 property tax bill for 13838 S Emerald Ave, Riverdale, IL was $1,965. The county assessed it at $2,550.

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