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$228,065$216 / 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 93How 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

1542 N ROBERTA AVE

MELROSE PARK, IL 60160
4
Beds
2 / 1
Baths
1,056 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.
0.13 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1957
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
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.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$228K
$213K low$243K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,833 (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.$21,000 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$2,832
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$18,168
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$21,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$210,000

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.44
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.
66
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
63
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.
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%

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.Bungalow
CountyCook
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.13
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.Hot Water
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

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

M
Northlake Middle SchoolD
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.4 mi
E
J W Riley Intermediate SchoolD+
Elementary · Grades 3–5 · 0.5 mi
H
Proviso West High SchoolF
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.4 mi

District: Berkeley School District 87

Neighborhood · ZIP 60160These 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.62
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.134
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.50

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.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.9.2%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.9.5%
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.24,708
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.5,507 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$64,066
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$88,548
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°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

1542 N Roberta 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 95% of homes in Melrose Park 60160
  • Smaller than 81% of homes in Cook County
  • Newer than 76% of homes in Melrose Park 60160

What homes are worth in Melrose Park 60160

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

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$209K$473K

This home is worth more than 5% of homes in Melrose Park 60160.

How it measures up in Melrose Park 60160

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Melrose Park 60160.

Estimated value$228,065
CheaperTypical $337,469Pricier

Pricier than 5% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$216
CheaperTypical $227Pricier

Pricier than 42% of homes nearby

Living area1,056 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,674 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 21% of homes nearby

Lot size0.13 ac
SmallerTypical 0.12 acBigger

Bigger than 54% of homes nearby

Year built1957
OlderTypical 1953Newer

Newer than 76% of homes nearby

How 1542 N Roberta Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMelrose Park 60160Cook County
Estimated valuepricier than$228,0655% of homes24% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$21642% of homes36% of homes
Living areabigger than1,056 ft²21% of homes19% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.13 ac54% of homes42% of homes
Year builtnewer than195776% of homes48% of homes

About 1542 N Roberta Ave

How much is 1542 N Roberta Ave, Melrose Park, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1542 N Roberta Ave, Melrose Park, IL is $228,065 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $212,903 to $243,228. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

How big is 1542 N Roberta Ave, Melrose Park, IL?

1542 N Roberta Ave, Melrose Park, IL has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,056 square feet of living space and a 0.13-acre lot.

When was 1542 N Roberta Ave, Melrose Park, IL built?

1542 N Roberta Ave, Melrose Park, IL was built in 1957, making it 69 years old. It is a bungalow home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1542 N Roberta Ave, Melrose Park, IL?

1542 N Roberta Ave, Melrose Park, IL is assigned to Northlake Middle School (middle), rated D; J W Riley Intermediate School (elementary), rated D+; Proviso West High School (high), rated F. All sit in Berkeley School District 87. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1542 N Roberta Ave, Melrose Park, IL compare to other homes in Melrose Park 60160?

Among the 4,878 homes in Melrose Park 60160, it is worth more than 5% of them ($228,065 against a typical $337,469), its price per square foot is higher than 42% of them ($216 against a typical $227), it is bigger than 21% of them (1,056 ft² against a typical 1,674 ft²), its lot is bigger than 54% of them (0.13 ac against a typical 0.12 ac) and it is newer than 76% of them (1957 against a typical 1953). Measured against all of Cook County, it is worth more than 24% 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 1542 N Roberta Ave, Melrose Park, IL?

The 2023 property tax bill for 1542 N Roberta Ave, Melrose Park, IL was $4,833. The county assessed it at $21,000.

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