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$582,301$333 / 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 Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $315,000 on May 10, 2002

1517 W POLK ST

CHICAGO, IL 60607
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,750 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.
1,810 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1974
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
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.

Valuation

$582K
$552K low$613K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$315,000 · May 10, 2002

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$9,884 (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.$49,000 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$10,136
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$38,864
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$50,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$490,000

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.36
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.
71
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
69
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.Townhouse
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Modern
CountyCook
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.04
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.None
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.

E
J. Smyth Elementary SchoolD
Elementary · Grades KG–8 · 0.7 mi
H
Wells Community Academy High SchoolF
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.9 mi

District: Chicago Public School District 299

Neighborhood · ZIP 60607These 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.136
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.110
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.89%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.43%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.13%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.31,589
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.14,213 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$122,924
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$150,715
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

1517 W Polk St 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 83% of homes in Cook County
  • Costs more per square foot than 77% of homes in Cook County
  • Has a smaller lot than 98% of homes in Cook County
  • Newer than 71% of homes in Cook County

What homes are worth in Chicago 60607

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

This home
$190K$1.6M

This home is worth more than 69% of homes in Chicago 60607.

How it measures up in Chicago 60607

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Chicago 60607.

Estimated value$582,301
CheaperTypical $434,399Pricier

Pricier than 69% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$333
CheaperTypical $390Pricier

Pricier than 28% of homes nearby

Living area1,750 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,700 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 54% of homes nearby

Lot size1,810 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.51 acBigger

Bigger than 9% of homes nearby

Year built1974
OlderTypical 1999Newer

Newer than 33% of homes nearby

How 1517 W Polk St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeLittle Italy / University VillageChicago 60607Cook County
Estimated valuepricier than$582,30179% of homes69% of homes83% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$33359% of homes28% of homes77% of homes
Living areabigger than1,750 ft²47% of homes54% of homes62% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1,810 ft²13% of homes9% of homes2% of homes
Year builtnewer than197446% of homes33% of homes71% of homes

About 1517 W Polk St

How much is 1517 W Polk St, Chicago, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1517 W Polk St, Chicago, IL is $582,301 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $551,859 to $612,743. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1517 W Polk St, Chicago, IL last sell?

1517 W Polk St, Chicago, IL last sold on May 10, 2002 for $315,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1517 W Polk St, Chicago, IL?

1517 W Polk St, Chicago, IL has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,750 square feet of living space and a 0.04-acre lot.

When was 1517 W Polk St, Chicago, IL built?

1517 W Polk St, Chicago, IL was built in 1974, making it 52 years old. It is a modern home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 1517 W Polk St, Chicago, IL?

1517 W Polk St, Chicago, IL is assigned to J. Smyth Elementary School (elementary), rated D; Wells Community Academy High School (high), rated F. All sit in Chicago Public School District 299. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1517 W Polk St, Chicago, IL compare to other homes in Chicago 60607?

Among the 10,945 homes in Chicago 60607, it is worth more than 69% of them ($582,301 against a typical $434,399), its price per square foot is higher than 28% of them ($333 against a typical $390), it is bigger than 54% of them (1,750 ft² against a typical 1,700 ft²), its lot is bigger than 9% of them (1,810 ft² against a typical 0.51 ac) and it is newer than 33% of them (1974 against a typical 1999). Measured against all of Cook County, it is worth more than 83% 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 1517 W Polk St, Chicago, IL?

The 2023 property tax bill for 1517 W Polk St, Chicago, IL was $9,884. The county assessed it at $49,000.

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