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$520,424$236 / 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 Aug 30, 2026

1627 SIMPSON ST

EVANSTON, IL 60201
4
Beds
3 / 1
Baths
2,205 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.
3,672 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1922
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
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.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$520K
$488K low$553K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$8,154 (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.$37,000 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$4,406
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$32,594
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$36,999
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$370,000

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.
15
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
65
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
67
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.Ranch
CountyCook
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.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
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.Garage, Detached

Transaction History(3)

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
Foster Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.2 mi
M
Haven Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.4 mi
H
Evanston Township High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.7 mi

District: Evanston Township High School District 202

Neighborhood · ZIP 60201These 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.101
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.113
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.32%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.13%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.6%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.39,064
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.8,348 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$100,018
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$160,971
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°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

1627 Simpson 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 more than 79% of homes in Cook County
  • Costs less per square foot than 94% of homes in Evanston 60201
  • Bigger than 76% of homes in Cook County
  • Has a smaller lot than 90% of homes in Evanston 60201
  • Older than 82% of homes in Cook County

What homes are worth in Evanston 60201

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

This home
$213K$1.9M

This home is worth more than 40% of homes in Evanston 60201.

How it measures up in Evanston 60201

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Evanston 60201.

Estimated value$520,424
CheaperTypical $661,502Pricier

Pricier than 40% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$236
CheaperTypical $414Pricier

Pricier than 6% of homes nearby

Living area2,205 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,700 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 69% of homes nearby

Lot size3,672 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.18 acBigger

Bigger than 10% of homes nearby

Year built1922
OlderTypical 1937Newer

Newer than 29% of homes nearby

How 1627 Simpson St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeEvanston 60201Cook County
Estimated valuepricier than$520,42440% of homes79% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$2366% of homes46% of homes
Living areabigger than2,205 ft²69% of homes76% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3,672 ft²10% of homes18% of homes
Year builtnewer than192229% of homes18% of homes

About 1627 Simpson St

How much is 1627 Simpson St, Evanston, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1627 Simpson St, Evanston, IL is $520,424 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $488,344 to $552,504. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1627 Simpson St, Evanston, IL last sell?

1627 Simpson St, Evanston, IL last sold on Jul 13, 2004, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1627 Simpson St, Evanston, IL?

1627 Simpson St, Evanston, IL has 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2,205 square feet of living space and a 0.08-acre lot.

When was 1627 Simpson St, Evanston, IL built?

1627 Simpson St, Evanston, IL was built in 1922, making it 104 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 1627 Simpson St, Evanston, IL?

1627 Simpson St, Evanston, IL is assigned to Foster Elementary School (elementary); Haven Middle School (middle), rated B+; Evanston Township High School (high), rated B+. All sit in Evanston Township High School District 202. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1627 Simpson St, Evanston, IL compare to other homes in Evanston 60201?

Among the 11,342 homes in Evanston 60201, it is worth more than 40% of them ($520,424 against a typical $661,502), its price per square foot is higher than 6% of them ($236 against a typical $414), it is bigger than 69% of them (2,205 ft² against a typical 1,700 ft²), its lot is bigger than 10% of them (3,672 ft² against a typical 0.18 ac) and it is newer than 29% of them (1922 against a typical 1937). Measured against all of Cook County, it is worth more than 79% 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 1627 Simpson St, Evanston, IL?

The 2023 property tax bill for 1627 Simpson St, Evanston, IL was $8,154. The county assessed it at $37,000.

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