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$558,508$362 / 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 92How 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 $454,000 on Aug 26, 2008

1524 S PROSPECT AVE

PARK RIDGE, IL 60068
3
Beds
2 / 1
Baths
1,544 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.
0.14 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1927
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
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.

Valuation

$559K
$512K low$605K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$454,000 · Aug 26, 2008
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.$191,508
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$153,206
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.67%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$367,000
FIRST ADVANTAGE MTG · R · recorded Feb 19, 2015

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$10,236 (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.$44,000 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$8,750
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$35,250
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$44,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$440,000

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.35
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.
65
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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Old Style
CountyCook
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.14
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.Tile
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Hot Water
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, Detached

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

E
Theodore Roosevelt Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.5 mi
H
Maine South High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.2 mi
M
Lincoln Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.3 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%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

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

1524 S Prospect 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 81% of homes in Cook County
  • Costs more per square foot than 84% of homes in Cook County
  • Has a smaller lot than 80% of homes in Park Ridge 60068
  • Older than 91% 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 45% 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$558,508
CheaperTypical $589,330Pricier

Pricier than 45% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$362
CheaperTypical $340Pricier

Pricier than 62% of homes nearby

Living area1,544 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,796 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 37% of homes nearby

Lot size0.14 ac
SmallerTypical 0.17 acBigger

Bigger than 20% of homes nearby

Year built1927
OlderTypical 1958Newer

Newer than 9% of homes nearby

How 1524 S Prospect Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePark Ridge 60068Cook County
Estimated valuepricier than$558,50845% of homes81% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$36262% of homes84% of homes
Living areabigger than1,544 ft²37% of homes55% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.14 ac20% of homes47% of homes
Year builtnewer than19279% of homes25% of homes

About 1524 S Prospect Ave

How much is 1524 S Prospect Ave, Park Ridge, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1524 S Prospect Ave, Park Ridge, IL is $558,508 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $511,881 to $605,135. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1524 S Prospect Ave, Park Ridge, IL last sell?

1524 S Prospect Ave, Park Ridge, IL last sold on Aug 26, 2008 for $454,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1524 S Prospect Ave, Park Ridge, IL?

1524 S Prospect Ave, Park Ridge, IL has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,544 square feet of living space and a 0.14-acre lot.

When was 1524 S Prospect Ave, Park Ridge, IL built?

1524 S Prospect Ave, Park Ridge, IL was built in 1927, making it 99 years old. It is a old style home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 1524 S Prospect Ave, Park Ridge, IL?

1524 S Prospect Ave, Park Ridge, IL is assigned to Theodore Roosevelt Elementary School (elementary), rated A; Maine South High School (high), rated A+; Lincoln 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 1524 S Prospect Ave, Park Ridge, IL compare to other homes in Park Ridge 60068?

Among the 14,509 homes in Park Ridge 60068, it is worth more than 45% of them ($558,508 against a typical $589,330), its price per square foot is higher than 62% of them ($362 against a typical $340), it is bigger than 37% of them (1,544 ft² against a typical 1,796 ft²), its lot is bigger than 20% of them (0.14 ac against a typical 0.17 ac) and it is newer than 9% of them (1927 against a typical 1958). Measured against all of Cook County, it is worth more than 81% 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 1524 S Prospect Ave, Park Ridge, IL?

The 2023 property tax bill for 1524 S Prospect Ave, Park Ridge, IL was $10,236. The county assessed it at $44,000.

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