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$239,871$197 / ft²
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Last sold for $70,667 on Jan 14, 1991

16853 MERRILL AVE

SOUTH HOLLAND, IL 60473
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,219 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.
0.17 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1976
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

$240K
$227K low$252K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$70,667 · Jan 14, 1991

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$7,243 (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.$21,000 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$4,125
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$16,875
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$21,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$210,000

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.
73
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.0.17
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, Attached

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

E
Greenwood Elementary SchoolD
Elementary · Grades PK–3 · 1.1 mi
M
McKinley Jr High SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.4 mi
H
Thornwood High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.9 mi

District: South Holland School District 150

Neighborhood · ZIP 60473These 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.62
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.103
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.44

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.94%
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.14%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.3%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.24,339
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,727 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$81,151
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$93,605
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

16853 Merrill 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 73% of homes in Cook County
  • Costs more per square foot than 85% of homes in South Holland 60473
  • Smaller than 66% of homes in Cook County
  • Newer than 89% of homes in South Holland 60473

What homes are worth in South Holland 60473

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

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$110K$431K

This home is worth more than 57% of homes in South Holland 60473.

How it measures up in South Holland 60473

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in South Holland 60473.

Estimated value$239,871
CheaperTypical $229,494Pricier

Pricier than 57% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$197
CheaperTypical $163Pricier

Pricier than 85% of homes nearby

Living area1,219 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,344 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 35% of homes nearby

Lot size0.17 ac
SmallerTypical 0.17 acBigger

Bigger than 51% of homes nearby

Year built1976
OlderTypical 1965Newer

Newer than 89% of homes nearby

How 16853 Merrill Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSouth Holland 60473Cook County
Estimated valuepricier than$239,87157% of homes27% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$19785% of homes29% of homes
Living areabigger than1,219 ft²35% of homes34% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.17 ac51% of homes57% of homes
Year builtnewer than197689% of homes73% of homes

About 16853 Merrill Ave

How much is 16853 Merrill Ave, South Holland, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 16853 Merrill Ave, South Holland, IL is $239,871 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $227,297 to $252,445. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 16853 Merrill Ave, South Holland, IL last sell?

16853 Merrill Ave, South Holland, IL last sold on Jan 14, 1991 for $70,667, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 16853 Merrill Ave, South Holland, IL?

16853 Merrill Ave, South Holland, IL has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,219 square feet of living space and a 0.17-acre lot.

When was 16853 Merrill Ave, South Holland, IL built?

16853 Merrill Ave, South Holland, IL was built in 1976, making it 50 years old. It is a split level home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 16853 Merrill Ave, South Holland, IL?

16853 Merrill Ave, South Holland, IL is assigned to Greenwood Elementary School (elementary), rated D; McKinley Jr High School (middle), rated B; Thornwood High School (high), rated D. All sit in South Holland School District 150. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 16853 Merrill Ave, South Holland, IL compare to other homes in South Holland 60473?

Among the 7,885 homes in South Holland 60473, it is worth more than 57% of them ($239,871 against a typical $229,494), its price per square foot is higher than 85% of them ($197 against a typical $163), it is bigger than 35% of them (1,219 ft² against a typical 1,344 ft²), its lot is bigger than 51% of them (0.17 ac against a typical 0.17 ac) and it is newer than 89% of them (1976 against a typical 1965). Measured against all of Cook County, it is worth more than 27% 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 16853 Merrill Ave, South Holland, IL?

The 2023 property tax bill for 16853 Merrill Ave, South Holland, IL was $7,243. The county assessed it at $21,000.

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