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$181,245$133 / 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 94How 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

15543 UNIVERSITY AVE

DOLTON, IL 60419
3
Beds
2 / 1
Baths
1,360 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.
0.15 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1959
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
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

$181K
$171K low$192K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,392 (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.$15,000 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$2,720
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$12,280
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$15,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$150,000

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.37
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.
72
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
74
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.

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.Split Level
CountyCook
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.15
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.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.

H
Thornridge High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.8 mi
E
New Beginnings Learning AcademyD-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.9 mi
M
School of Fine ArtsC-
Middle · Grades 7–7 · 1.2 mi

District: Thornton Township High School District 205

Neighborhood · ZIP 60419These 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.107
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.108
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.47

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.89%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.16%
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.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.20,027
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.4,432 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$64,012
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$81,573
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

15543 University 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 86% of homes in Cook County
  • Costs less per square foot than 90% of homes in Cook County
  • Bigger than 80% of homes in Dolton 60419
  • Has a bigger lot than 74% of homes in Dolton 60419

What homes are worth in Dolton 60419

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

This home
$68K$252K

This home is worth more than 81% of homes in Dolton 60419.

How it measures up in Dolton 60419

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Dolton 60419.

Estimated value$181,245
CheaperTypical $148,003Pricier

Pricier than 81% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$133
CheaperTypical $128Pricier

Pricier than 58% of homes nearby

Living area1,360 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,154 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 80% of homes nearby

Lot size0.15 ac
SmallerTypical 0.12 acBigger

Bigger than 74% of homes nearby

Year built1959
OlderTypical 1959Newer

Newer than 52% of homes nearby

How 15543 University Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeDolton 60419Cook County
Estimated valuepricier than$181,24581% of homes14% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$13358% of homes10% of homes
Living areabigger than1,360 ft²80% of homes44% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.15 ac74% of homes48% of homes
Year builtnewer than195952% of homes51% of homes

About 15543 University Ave

How much is 15543 University Ave, Dolton, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 15543 University Ave, Dolton, IL is $181,245 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $170,549 to $191,941. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

How big is 15543 University Ave, Dolton, IL?

15543 University Ave, Dolton, IL has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,360 square feet of living space and a 0.15-acre lot.

When was 15543 University Ave, Dolton, IL built?

15543 University Ave, Dolton, IL was built in 1959, making it 67 years old. It is a split level home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 15543 University Ave, Dolton, IL?

15543 University Ave, Dolton, IL is assigned to Thornridge High School (high), rated D-; New Beginnings Learning Academy (elementary), rated D-; School of Fine Arts (middle), rated C-. All sit in Thornton Township High School District 205. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 15543 University Ave, Dolton, IL compare to other homes in Dolton 60419?

Among the 8,039 homes in Dolton 60419, it is worth more than 81% of them ($181,245 against a typical $148,003), its price per square foot is higher than 58% of them ($133 against a typical $128), it is bigger than 80% of them (1,360 ft² against a typical 1,154 ft²), its lot is bigger than 74% of them (0.15 ac against a typical 0.12 ac) and it is newer than 52% of them (1959 against a typical 1959). Measured against all of Cook County, it is worth more than 14% 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 15543 University Ave, Dolton, IL?

The 2023 property tax bill for 15543 University Ave, Dolton, IL was $1,392. The county assessed it at $15,000.

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