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$387,429$222 / 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 Jun 23, 2026
Last sold for $240,000 on Aug 24, 2021

1538 RIDGELAND AVE

BERWYN, IL 60402
4
Beds
2
Baths
1,748 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.
3,660 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1918
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
8
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

$387K
$337K low$438K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$240,000 · Aug 24, 2021
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.$151,878
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$121,502
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.61%
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.$235,551
JPMORGAN CHASE BANK NA · recorded Aug 24, 2021

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,818 (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.$25,001 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$4,118
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$20,883
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$24,999
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$250,010

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.
70
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
67
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.0.08
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Masonry/Concrete Masonry Units (Cmus)
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Raised (Unspecified)
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(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.

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

M
Lincoln Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.1 mi
E
Karel Havlicek Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.1 mi
H
J Sterling Morton West High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.1 mi

District: Berwyn North School District 98

Neighborhood · ZIP 60402These 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.71
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.126
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.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.17%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.9.2%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.8%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.61,929
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.10,926 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$71,302
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$92,731
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.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

1538 Ridgeland 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 87% of homes in Berwyn 60402
  • Costs less per square foot than 67% of homes in Berwyn 60402
  • Bigger than 71% of homes in Berwyn 60402
  • Has a smaller lot than 84% of homes in Berwyn 60402
  • Older than 85% of homes in Berwyn 60402

What homes are worth in Berwyn 60402

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

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$125K$502K

This home is worth more than 87% of homes in Berwyn 60402.

How it measures up in Berwyn 60402

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Berwyn 60402.

Estimated value$387,429
CheaperTypical $302,777Pricier

Pricier than 87% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$222
CheaperTypical $242Pricier

Pricier than 33% of homes nearby

Living area1,748 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,357 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 71% of homes nearby

Lot size3,660 ft²
SmallerTypical 4,138 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 16% of homes nearby

Year built1918
OlderTypical 1927Newer

Newer than 15% of homes nearby

How 1538 Ridgeland Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBerwyn 60402Cook County
Estimated valuepricier than$387,42987% of homes60% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$22233% of homes38% of homes
Living areabigger than1,748 ft²71% of homes63% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3,660 ft²16% of homes18% of homes
Year builtnewer than191815% of homes16% of homes

About 1538 Ridgeland Ave

How much is 1538 Ridgeland Ave, Berwyn, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1538 Ridgeland Ave, Berwyn, IL is $387,429 as of Jun 23, 2026. The likely range is $337,063 to $437,794. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1538 Ridgeland Ave, Berwyn, IL last sell?

1538 Ridgeland Ave, Berwyn, IL last sold on Aug 24, 2021 for $240,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1538 Ridgeland Ave, Berwyn, IL?

1538 Ridgeland Ave, Berwyn, IL has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,748 square feet of living space and a 0.08-acre lot.

When was 1538 Ridgeland Ave, Berwyn, IL built?

1538 Ridgeland Ave, Berwyn, IL was built in 1918, making it 108 years old. It is a old style home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 1538 Ridgeland Ave, Berwyn, IL?

1538 Ridgeland Ave, Berwyn, IL is assigned to Lincoln Middle School (middle), rated B; Karel Havlicek Elementary School (elementary), rated B; J Sterling Morton West High School (high), rated B-. All sit in Berwyn North School District 98. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1538 Ridgeland Ave, Berwyn, IL compare to other homes in Berwyn 60402?

Among the 16,121 homes in Berwyn 60402, it is worth more than 87% of them ($387,429 against a typical $302,777), its price per square foot is higher than 33% of them ($222 against a typical $242), it is bigger than 71% of them (1,748 ft² against a typical 1,357 ft²), its lot is bigger than 16% of them (3,660 ft² against a typical 4,138 ft²) and it is newer than 15% of them (1918 against a typical 1927). Measured against all of Cook County, it is worth more than 60% 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 1538 Ridgeland Ave, Berwyn, IL?

The 2023 property tax bill for 1538 Ridgeland Ave, Berwyn, IL was $6,818. The county assessed it at $25,001.

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