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$727,268$741 / 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 87How 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

1496 VERNON AVE

PARK RIDGE, IL 60068
3
Beds
1
Baths
982 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.
0.28 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1954
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
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

$727K
$634K low$821K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,251 (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.$29,000 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$12,175
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$16,825
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$29,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$290,000

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.34
1
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.
63
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
64
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.

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
CountyCook
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.28
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.None
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached

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.

E
Franklin Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.3 mi
H
Maine East High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.4 mi
M
Emerson Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.1 mi

District: Maine Township High School District 207

Neighborhood · ZIP 60068These 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.39
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.127
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.46

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.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.37%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.4.0%
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.38,821
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.5,405 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$143,064
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$173,212
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°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

1496 Vernon 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 more than 89% of homes in Cook County
  • Among the highest price per square foot in Park Ridge 60068
  • Smaller than 98% of homes in Park Ridge 60068
  • Has a bigger lot than 81% of homes in Park Ridge 60068

What homes are worth in Park Ridge 60068

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

This home
$221K$1.5M

This home is worth more than 72% of homes in Park Ridge 60068.

How it measures up in Park Ridge 60068

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Park Ridge 60068.

Estimated value$727,268
CheaperTypical $579,791Pricier

Pricier than 72% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$741
CheaperTypical $334Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Living area982 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,794 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 2% of homes nearby

Lot size0.28 ac
SmallerTypical 0.17 acBigger

Bigger than 81% of homes nearby

Year built1954
OlderTypical 1958Newer

Newer than 38% of homes nearby

How 1496 Vernon Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePark Ridge 60068Cook County
Estimated valuepricier than$727,26872% of homes89% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$741almost all homesalmost all homes
Living areabigger than982 ft²2% of homes12% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.28 ac81% of homes74% of homes
Year builtnewer than195438% of homes42% of homes

About 1496 Vernon Ave

How much is 1496 Vernon Ave, Park Ridge, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1496 Vernon Ave, Park Ridge, IL is $727,268 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $633,749 to $820,787. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

How big is 1496 Vernon Ave, Park Ridge, IL?

1496 Vernon Ave, Park Ridge, IL has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 982 square feet of living space and a 0.28-acre lot.

When was 1496 Vernon Ave, Park Ridge, IL built?

1496 Vernon Ave, Park Ridge, IL was built in 1954, making it 72 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1496 Vernon Ave, Park Ridge, IL?

1496 Vernon Ave, Park Ridge, IL is assigned to Franklin Elementary School (elementary), rated A+; Maine East High School (high), rated A+; Emerson Middle School (middle), rated A-. All sit in Maine Township High School District 207. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1496 Vernon Ave, Park Ridge, IL compare to other homes in Park Ridge 60068?

Among the 14,548 homes in Park Ridge 60068, it is worth more than 72% of them ($727,268 against a typical $579,791), its price per square foot is higher than almost all of them ($741 against a typical $334), it is bigger than 2% of them (982 ft² against a typical 1,794 ft²), its lot is bigger than 81% of them (0.28 ac against a typical 0.17 ac) and it is newer than 38% of them (1954 against a typical 1958). Measured against all of Cook County, it is worth more than 89% 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 1496 Vernon Ave, Park Ridge, IL?

The 2023 property tax bill for 1496 Vernon Ave, Park Ridge, IL was $6,251. The county assessed it at $29,000.

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