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$127,894$100 / 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 85How 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 $20,600 on Aug 1, 2014

159 W 142ND ST

RIVERDALE, IL 60827
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,280 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.
4,224 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1938
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$128K
$109K low$147K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$20,600 · Aug 1, 2014
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.$127,894
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$102,315

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,070 (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.$7,300 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$1,795
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$5,505
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$7,299
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$73,000

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.38
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.
78
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
CountyCook
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.10
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.Central
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Detached

Transaction History(5)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Foreclosure Filings(2)

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

E
Park Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 0.1 mi
M
Roosevelt Junior High SchoolC
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 0.6 mi
H
Thornton Township High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.7 mi

District: Thornton Township High School District 205

Neighborhood · ZIP 60827These 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.138
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.106
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.43

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.87%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.9.1%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.31%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.23,615
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.3,205 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$45,523
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$58,831
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.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

159 W 142nd St 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 96% of homes in Cook County
  • Costs less per square foot than 96% of homes in Cook County
  • Bigger than 72% of homes in Riverdale 60827
  • Has a smaller lot than 69% of homes in Cook County
  • Older than 85% of homes in Riverdale 60827

What homes are worth in Riverdale 60827

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

This home
$38K$228K

This home is worth more than 54% of homes in Riverdale 60827.

How it measures up in Riverdale 60827

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Riverdale 60827.

Estimated value$127,894
CheaperTypical $124,676Pricier

Pricier than 54% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$100
CheaperTypical $113Pricier

Pricier than 36% of homes nearby

Living area1,280 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,124 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 72% of homes nearby

Lot size4,224 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.1 acBigger

Bigger than 46% of homes nearby

Year built1938
OlderTypical 1954Newer

Newer than 15% of homes nearby

How 159 W 142nd St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRiverdale 60827Cook County
Estimated valuepricier than$127,89454% of homes4% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$10036% of homes4% of homes
Living areabigger than1,280 ft²72% of homes38% of homes
Lot sizebigger than4,224 ft²46% of homes31% of homes
Year builtnewer than193815% of homes28% of homes

About 159 W 142nd St

How much is 159 W 142nd St, Riverdale, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 159 W 142nd St, Riverdale, IL is $127,894 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $108,908 to $146,880. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 159 W 142nd St, Riverdale, IL last sell?

159 W 142nd St, Riverdale, IL last sold on Aug 1, 2014 for $20,600, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 159 W 142nd St, Riverdale, IL?

159 W 142nd St, Riverdale, IL has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,280 square feet of living space and a 0.10-acre lot.

When was 159 W 142nd St, Riverdale, IL built?

159 W 142nd St, Riverdale, IL was built in 1938, making it 88 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 159 W 142nd St, Riverdale, IL?

159 W 142nd St, Riverdale, IL is assigned to Park Elementary School (elementary), rated B-; Roosevelt Junior High School (middle), rated C; Thornton Township High School (high), rated D-. All sit in Thornton Township High School District 205. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 159 W 142nd St, Riverdale, IL compare to other homes in Riverdale 60827?

Among the 6,625 homes in Riverdale 60827, it is worth more than 54% of them ($127,894 against a typical $124,676), its price per square foot is higher than 36% of them ($100 against a typical $113), it is bigger than 72% of them (1,280 ft² against a typical 1,124 ft²), its lot is bigger than 46% of them (4,224 ft² against a typical 0.1 ac) and it is newer than 15% of them (1938 against a typical 1954). Measured against all of Cook County, it is worth more than 4% 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 159 W 142nd St, Riverdale, IL?

The 2023 property tax bill for 159 W 142nd St, Riverdale, IL was $3,070. The county assessed it at $7,300.

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