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$152,231$146 / 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 89How 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 $18,000 on Nov 18, 2020

14520 S EMERALD AVE

RIVERDALE, IL 60827
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,041 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.
3,960 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1955
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
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.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$152K
$136K low$168K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$18,000 · Nov 18, 2020
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.$152,231
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$121,785

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$7,948 (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.$10,313 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$1,683
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$8,630
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$10,313
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$103,130

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.43
10
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
19
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.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.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.0.09
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.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(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(10)

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

E
Riverdale SchoolC
Elementary · Grades KG–4 · 0.7 mi
M
Washington Junior High SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 1.0 mi
H
Thornton Township High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.0 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%

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.Yes

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

14520 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 92% of homes in Cook County
  • Costs less per square foot than 88% of homes in Cook County
  • Smaller than 83% of homes in Cook County
  • Has a smaller lot than 73% of homes in Cook County

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
$38K$230K

This home is worth more than 77% 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$152,231
CheaperTypical $124,748Pricier

Pricier than 77% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$146
CheaperTypical $113Pricier

Pricier than 80% of homes nearby

Living area1,041 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,124 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 37% of homes nearby

Lot size3,960 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.1 acBigger

Bigger than 40% of homes nearby

Year built1955
OlderTypical 1954Newer

Newer than 61% of homes nearby

How 14520 S Emerald Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRiverdale 60827Cook County
Estimated valuepricier than$152,23177% of homes8% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$14680% of homes12% of homes
Living areabigger than1,041 ft²37% of homes17% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3,960 ft²40% of homes27% of homes
Year builtnewer than195561% of homes45% of homes

About 14520 S Emerald Ave

How much is 14520 S Emerald Ave, Riverdale, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 14520 S Emerald Ave, Riverdale, IL is $152,231 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $136,168 to $168,294. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 14520 S Emerald Ave, Riverdale, IL last sell?

14520 S Emerald Ave, Riverdale, IL last sold on Nov 18, 2020 for $18,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 14520 S Emerald Ave, Riverdale, IL?

14520 S Emerald Ave, Riverdale, IL has 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,041 square feet of living space and a 0.09-acre lot.

When was 14520 S Emerald Ave, Riverdale, IL built?

14520 S Emerald Ave, Riverdale, IL was built in 1955, making it 71 years old. It is a bungalow home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 14520 S Emerald Ave, Riverdale, IL?

14520 S Emerald Ave, Riverdale, IL is assigned to Riverdale School (elementary), rated C; Washington Junior High School (middle), 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 14520 S Emerald Ave, Riverdale, IL compare to other homes in Riverdale 60827?

Among the 6,648 homes in Riverdale 60827, it is worth more than 77% of them ($152,231 against a typical $124,748), its price per square foot is higher than 80% of them ($146 against a typical $113), it is bigger than 37% of them (1,041 ft² against a typical 1,124 ft²), its lot is bigger than 40% of them (3,960 ft² against a typical 0.1 ac) and it is newer than 61% of them (1955 against a typical 1954). Measured against all of Cook County, it is worth more than 8% 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 14520 S Emerald Ave, Riverdale, IL?

The 2023 property tax bill for 14520 S Emerald Ave, Riverdale, IL was $7,948. The county assessed it at $10,313.

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