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$436,045$171 / 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 95How 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 $310,000 on Dec 30, 2003

16971 FOREST AVE

OAK FOREST, IL 60452
3
Beds
3 / 1
Baths
2,557 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.
0.45 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1995
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
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

$436K
$416K low$456K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$310,000 · Dec 30, 2003

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,241 (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.$38,000 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$10,890
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$27,110
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$38,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$380,000

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.56
72
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
18
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.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.14 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.51%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.1 percent flood zone

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.0.46
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.Central
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(2)

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(1)

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

E
Arbor Elementary School
Elementary · Grades 1–2 · 0.1 mi
M
Arbor Park Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 0.9 mi
H
Tinley Park High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.7 mi

District: Arbor Park School District 145

Neighborhood · ZIP 60452These 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.41
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.97%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.23%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.3.8%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.8%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.26,110
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,828 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$93,709
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$109,365
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

16971 Forest 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 more than 96% of homes in Oak Forest 60452
  • Costs less per square foot than 85% of homes in Oak Forest 60452
  • Bigger than 94% of homes in Oak Forest 60452
  • Has a bigger lot than 82% of homes in Oak Forest 60452
  • Newer than 88% of homes in Oak Forest 60452

What homes are worth in Oak Forest 60452

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

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$138K$460K

This home is worth more than 96% of homes in Oak Forest 60452.

How it measures up in Oak Forest 60452

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Oak Forest 60452.

Estimated value$436,045
CheaperTypical $304,465Pricier

Pricier than 96% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$171
CheaperTypical $224Pricier

Pricier than 15% of homes nearby

Living area2,557 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,287 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 94% of homes nearby

Lot size0.45 ac
SmallerTypical 0.19 acBigger

Bigger than 82% of homes nearby

Year built1995
OlderTypical 1971Newer

Newer than 88% of homes nearby

How 16971 Forest Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeOak Forest 60452Cook County
Estimated valuepricier than$436,04596% of homes69% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$17115% of homes20% of homes
Living areabigger than2,557 ft²94% of homes83% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.45 ac82% of homes81% of homes
Year builtnewer than199588% of homes86% of homes

About 16971 Forest Ave

How much is 16971 Forest Ave, Oak Forest, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 16971 Forest Ave, Oak Forest, IL is $436,045 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $416,065 to $456,025. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 16971 Forest Ave, Oak Forest, IL last sell?

16971 Forest Ave, Oak Forest, IL last sold on Dec 30, 2003 for $310,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 16971 Forest Ave, Oak Forest, IL?

16971 Forest Ave, Oak Forest, IL has 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2,557 square feet of living space and a 0.46-acre lot.

When was 16971 Forest Ave, Oak Forest, IL built?

16971 Forest Ave, Oak Forest, IL was built in 1995, making it 31 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 16971 Forest Ave, Oak Forest, IL?

16971 Forest Ave, Oak Forest, IL is assigned to Arbor Elementary School (elementary); Arbor Park Middle School (middle), rated C; Tinley Park High School (high), rated A. All sit in Arbor Park School District 145. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 16971 Forest Ave, Oak Forest, IL compare to other homes in Oak Forest 60452?

Among the 9,419 homes in Oak Forest 60452, it is worth more than 96% of them ($436,045 against a typical $304,465), its price per square foot is higher than 15% of them ($171 against a typical $224), it is bigger than 94% of them (2,557 ft² against a typical 1,287 ft²), its lot is bigger than 82% of them (0.45 ac against a typical 0.19 ac) and it is newer than 88% of them (1995 against a typical 1971). Measured against all of Cook County, it is worth more than 69% 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 16971 Forest Ave, Oak Forest, IL?

The 2023 property tax bill for 16971 Forest Ave, Oak Forest, IL was $4,241. The county assessed it at $38,000.

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