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$149,900$131 / 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 Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $189,000 on Nov 15, 2022

1522 FOREST AVE

CALUMET CITY, IL 60409
2
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,146 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.
0.11 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1949
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.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.
Pre-foreclosure (LIS)A foreclosure notice on this home is currently active. Many are worked out before any auction happens.
A foreclosure-related notice has been recorded for this property.

Valuation

$150K
$134K low$166K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$189,000 · Nov 15, 2022

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$7,027 (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.$10,556 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$2,074
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$8,482
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$14,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$105,560

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.46
47
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.
70
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.12 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.1 percent flood zone

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.0.11
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
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.Central
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Detached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(11)

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.

M
Schrum Memorial SchoolD
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.3 mi
E
Hoover Elementary SchoolD
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.9 mi
H
Thornton Fractnl No High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.9 mi

District: Hoover-Schrum Memorial School District 157

Neighborhood · ZIP 60409These 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.105
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.107
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.90%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.15%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.19%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.4%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.34,386
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.4,756 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$59,473
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$74,133
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

1522 Forest 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 91% of homes in Cook County
  • Costs less per square foot than 90% of homes in Cook County
  • Smaller than 73% of homes in Cook County
  • Has a smaller lot than 69% of homes in Calumet City 60409
  • Older than 77% of homes in Calumet City 60409

What homes are worth in Calumet City 60409

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

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$57K$257K

This home is worth more than 52% of homes in Calumet City 60409.

How it measures up in Calumet City 60409

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Calumet City 60409.

Estimated value$149,900
CheaperTypical $146,733Pricier

Pricier than 52% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$131
CheaperTypical $126Pricier

Pricier than 54% of homes nearby

Living area1,146 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,238 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 36% of homes nearby

Lot size0.11 ac
SmallerTypical 0.12 acBigger

Bigger than 31% of homes nearby

Year built1949
OlderTypical 1961Newer

Newer than 23% of homes nearby

How 1522 Forest Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeCalumet City 60409Cook County
Estimated valuepricier than$149,90052% of homes9% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$13154% of homes10% of homes
Living areabigger than1,146 ft²36% of homes27% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.11 ac31% of homes35% of homes
Year builtnewer than194923% of homes34% of homes

About 1522 Forest Ave

How much is 1522 Forest Ave, Calumet City, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1522 Forest Ave, Calumet City, IL is $149,900 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $133,735 to $166,065. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1522 Forest Ave, Calumet City, IL last sell?

1522 Forest Ave, Calumet City, IL last sold on Nov 15, 2022 for $189,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 7 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 1522 Forest Ave, Calumet City, IL?

1522 Forest Ave, Calumet City, IL has 2 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,146 square feet of living space and a 0.11-acre lot.

When was 1522 Forest Ave, Calumet City, IL built?

1522 Forest Ave, Calumet City, IL was built in 1949, making it 77 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1522 Forest Ave, Calumet City, IL?

1522 Forest Ave, Calumet City, IL is assigned to Schrum Memorial School (middle), rated D; Hoover Elementary School (elementary), rated D; Thornton Fractnl No High School (high), rated D-. All sit in Hoover-Schrum Memorial School District 157. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1522 Forest Ave, Calumet City, IL compare to other homes in Calumet City 60409?

Among the 11,087 homes in Calumet City 60409, it is worth more than 52% of them ($149,900 against a typical $146,733), its price per square foot is higher than 54% of them ($131 against a typical $126), it is bigger than 36% of them (1,146 ft² against a typical 1,238 ft²), its lot is bigger than 31% of them (0.11 ac against a typical 0.12 ac) and it is newer than 23% of them (1949 against a typical 1961). Measured against all of Cook County, it is worth more than 9% 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 1522 Forest Ave, Calumet City, IL?

The 2023 property tax bill for 1522 Forest Ave, Calumet City, IL was $7,027. The county assessed it at $10,556.

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