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$44,681$50 / 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 71How 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

1544 AMBASSADOR LN

FORD HEIGHTS, IL 60411
2
Beds
1
Baths
900 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.
0.2 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1969
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
4
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

$45K
$32K low$57K high

Tax & Assessment

Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$3,097 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$1,297
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$1,800
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$3,097
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$30,970

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.55
74
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
21
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.
72
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.52 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.0.2 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.0.20
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.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
Medgar Evers Primary Acadmc CenterD
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 0.3 mi
M
Cottage Grove Upper Grade CenterD-
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 0.8 mi
H
Bloom Trail High SchoolF
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.0 mi

District: Ford Heights School District 169

Neighborhood · ZIP 60411These 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.100
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.109
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.45

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.20%
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.52,911
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,705 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$62,529
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$79,638
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

1544 Ambassador Ln 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.

  • Among the least valuable homes in Cook County
  • Among the lowest price per square foot in Cook County
  • Smaller than 93% of homes in Cook County
  • Has a bigger lot than 75% of homes in Chicago Heights 60411
  • Newer than 67% of homes in Chicago Heights 60411

What homes are worth in Chicago Heights 60411

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

This home
$52K$458K

This home is worth less than almost all homes in Chicago Heights 60411.

How it measures up in Chicago Heights 60411

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Chicago Heights 60411.

Estimated value$44,681
CheaperTypical $163,625Pricier

Cheaper than almost all homes nearby

Price per ft²$50
CheaperTypical $139Pricier

Pricier than 2% of homes nearby

Living area900 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,188 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 11% of homes nearby

Lot size0.2 ac
SmallerTypical 0.16 acBigger

Bigger than 75% of homes nearby

Year built1969
OlderTypical 1960Newer

Newer than 67% of homes nearby

How 1544 Ambassador Ln ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeChicago Heights 60411Cook County
Estimated valuepricier than$44,681almost no homesalmost no homes
Price per ft²pricier than$502% of homesalmost no homes
Living areabigger than900 ft²11% of homes7% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.2 ac75% of homes61% of homes
Year builtnewer than196967% of homes63% of homes

About 1544 Ambassador Ln

How much is 1544 Ambassador Ln, Ford Heights, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1544 Ambassador Ln, Ford Heights, IL is $44,681 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $31,873 to $57,489. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1544 Ambassador Ln, Ford Heights, IL last sell?

1544 Ambassador Ln, Ford Heights, IL last sold on Dec 9, 2024, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1544 Ambassador Ln, Ford Heights, IL?

1544 Ambassador Ln, Ford Heights, IL has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 900 square feet of living space and a 0.20-acre lot.

When was 1544 Ambassador Ln, Ford Heights, IL built?

1544 Ambassador Ln, Ford Heights, IL was built in 1969, making it 57 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1544 Ambassador Ln, Ford Heights, IL?

1544 Ambassador Ln, Ford Heights, IL is assigned to Medgar Evers Primary Acadmc Center (elementary), rated D; Cottage Grove Upper Grade Center (middle), rated D-; Bloom Trail High School (high), rated F. All sit in Ford Heights School District 169. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1544 Ambassador Ln, Ford Heights, IL compare to other homes in Chicago Heights 60411?

Among the 16,835 homes in Chicago Heights 60411, it is worth more than almost none of them ($44,681 against a typical $163,625), its price per square foot is higher than 2% of them ($50 against a typical $139), it is bigger than 11% of them (900 ft² against a typical 1,188 ft²), its lot is bigger than 75% of them (0.2 ac against a typical 0.16 ac) and it is newer than 67% of them (1969 against a typical 1960). Measured against all of Cook County, it is worth more than almost no homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

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