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$279,627$268 / 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 95How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $130,500 on Aug 15, 2013

1436 N HARLEM AVE

RIVER FOREST, IL 60305
Building report
2
Beds
1
Baths
1,044 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.
1,059 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1950
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.

Valuation

$280K
$266K low$294K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$130,500 · Aug 15, 2013

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,484 (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.$27,000 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$1,615
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$25,385
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$27,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$270,000

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.38
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.
67
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
67
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
45
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.7 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.Townhouse
CountyCOOK
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.02
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Masonry/Concrete Masonry Units (Cmus)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.No Garage
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(4)

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.

E
Willard Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 0.6 mi
M
Roosevelt SchoolA
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 1.1 mi
H
Oak Park & River Forest High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.4 mi

District: Oak Park and River Forest District 200

Neighborhood · ZIP 60305These 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.29
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.133
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.45

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.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.31%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.1.3%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.7%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.11,189
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.4,804 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$151,502
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$232,452
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.37 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

1436 N Harlem 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 82% of homes in River Forest 60305
  • Costs less per square foot than 70% of homes in River Forest 60305
  • Smaller than 90% of homes in River Forest 60305
  • Among the smallest lots in Cook County
  • Older than 65% of homes in Cook County

What homes are worth in River Forest 60305

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

This home
$135K$2.1M

This home is worth more than 18% of homes in River Forest 60305.

How it measures up in River Forest 60305

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in River Forest 60305.

Estimated value$279,627
CheaperTypical $781,492Pricier

Pricier than 18% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$268
CheaperTypical $358Pricier

Pricier than 30% of homes nearby

Living area1,044 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,212 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 10% of homes nearby

Lot size1,059 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.23 acBigger

Bigger than 2% of homes nearby

Year built1950
OlderTypical 1943Newer

Newer than 62% of homes nearby

How 1436 N Harlem Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRiver Forest 60305Cook County
Estimated valuepricier than$279,62718% of homes36% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$26830% of homes58% of homes
Living areabigger than1,044 ft²10% of homes18% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1,059 ft²2% of homesalmost no homes
Year builtnewer than195062% of homes35% of homes

About 1436 N Harlem Ave

How much is 1436 N Harlem Ave, River Forest, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1436 N Harlem Ave, River Forest, IL is $279,627 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $265,570 to $293,684. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1436 N Harlem Ave, River Forest, IL last sell?

1436 N Harlem Ave, River Forest, IL last sold on Aug 15, 2013 for $130,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1436 N Harlem Ave, River Forest, IL?

1436 N Harlem Ave, River Forest, IL has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,044 square feet of living space and a 0.02-acre lot.

When was 1436 N Harlem Ave, River Forest, IL built?

1436 N Harlem Ave, River Forest, IL was built in 1950, making it 76 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 1436 N Harlem Ave, River Forest, IL?

1436 N Harlem Ave, River Forest, IL is assigned to Willard Elementary School (elementary), rated A+; Roosevelt School (middle), rated A; Oak Park & River Forest High School (high), rated A+. All sit in Oak Park and River Forest District 200. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1436 N Harlem Ave, River Forest, IL compare to other homes in River Forest 60305?

Among the 4,105 homes in River Forest 60305, it is worth more than 18% of them ($279,627 against a typical $781,492), its price per square foot is higher than 30% of them ($268 against a typical $358), it is bigger than 10% of them (1,044 ft² against a typical 2,212 ft²), its lot is bigger than 2% of them (1,059 ft² against a typical 0.23 ac) and it is newer than 62% of them (1950 against a typical 1943). Measured against all of Cook County, it is worth more than 36% 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 1436 N Harlem Ave, River Forest, IL?

The 2023 property tax bill for 1436 N Harlem Ave, River Forest, IL was $6,484. The county assessed it at $27,000.

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