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Last sold for $120,000 on Jun 4, 2026

159 W 74TH ST

CHICAGO, IL 60621
6
Beds
3
Baths
2,924 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.
3,510 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1913
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
11
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$120,000 · Jun 4, 2026

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,743 (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.$16,000 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$1,755
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$14,245
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$16,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$160,000

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.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.
71
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
69
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.Apartments (Generic)
CountyCOOK
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1915
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)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Hot Water
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.No Garage
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(6)

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
Harvard Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades KG–8 · 0.2 mi
H
Robeson High School
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.8 mi

District: Chicago Public School District 299

Neighborhood · ZIP 60621These 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.177
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.104
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.41

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.78%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.12%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.32%
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.30,536
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.8,222 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$38,050
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$49,690
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

159 W 74th 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.

  • Bigger than 88% of homes in Cook County
  • Has a smaller lot than 83% of homes in Cook County
  • Older than 87% of homes in Cook County

How it measures up in Chicago 60621

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Chicago 60621.

Living area2,924 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,980 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 84% of homes nearby

Lot size3,510 ft²
SmallerTypical 3,136 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 57% of homes nearby

Year built1913
OlderTypical 1901Newer

Newer than 77% of homes nearby

How 159 W 74th St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeChicago 60621Cook County
Living areabigger than2,924 ft²84% of homes88% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3,510 ft²57% of homes17% of homes
Year builtnewer than191377% of homes13% of homes

About 159 W 74th St

When did 159 W 74th St, Chicago, IL last sell?

159 W 74th St, Chicago, IL last sold on Jun 4, 2026 for $120,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 159 W 74th St, Chicago, IL?

159 W 74th St, Chicago, IL has 6 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2,924 square feet of living space and a 0.08-acre lot.

When was 159 W 74th St, Chicago, IL built?

159 W 74th St, Chicago, IL was built in 1913, making it 113 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 159 W 74th St, Chicago, IL?

159 W 74th St, Chicago, IL is assigned to Harvard Elementary School (elementary), rated C-; Robeson High School (high). All sit in Chicago Public School District 299. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 159 W 74th St, Chicago, IL compare to other homes in Chicago 60621?

Among the 5,944 homes in Chicago 60621, it is bigger than 84% of them (2,924 ft² against a typical 1,980 ft²), its lot is bigger than 57% of them (3,510 ft² against a typical 3,136 ft²) and it is newer than 77% of them (1913 against a typical 1901). 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 74th St, Chicago, IL?

The 2023 property tax bill for 159 W 74th St, Chicago, IL was $2,743. The county assessed it at $16,000.

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