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$274,783$156 / 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 Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $198,000 on Mar 16, 2018

18438 WESTERN AVE

HOMEWOOD, IL 60430
4
Beds
3
Baths
1,758 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.
0.15 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1953
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
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

$275K
$262K low$288K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$198,000 · Mar 16, 2018

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$9,840 (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.$26,000 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$3,766
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$22,234
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$29,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$260,000

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.
71
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
74
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.Bungalow
CountyCOOK
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.15
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.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
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
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(4)

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
Western Avenue Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.7 mi
M
Parker Junior High SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.9 mi
H
Homewood-Flossmoor High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.1 mi

District: Flossmoor School District 161

Neighborhood · ZIP 60430These 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.59
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.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.28%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.9.8%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.5%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.18,630
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.3,169 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$85,445
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$103,344
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

18438 Western 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 65% of homes in Homewood 60430
  • Costs less per square foot than 84% of homes in Cook County
  • Bigger than 72% of homes in Homewood 60430
  • Has a smaller lot than 91% of homes in Homewood 60430

What homes are worth in Homewood 60430

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

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$96K$451K

This home is worth more than 65% of homes in Homewood 60430.

How it measures up in Homewood 60430

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Homewood 60430.

Estimated value$274,783
CheaperTypical $249,513Pricier

Pricier than 65% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$156
CheaperTypical $173Pricier

Pricier than 30% of homes nearby

Living area1,758 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,364 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 72% of homes nearby

Lot size0.15 ac
SmallerTypical 0.21 acBigger

Bigger than 9% of homes nearby

Year built1953
OlderTypical 1961Newer

Newer than 39% of homes nearby

How 18438 Western Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeHomewood 60430Cook County
Estimated valuepricier than$274,78365% of homes36% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$15630% of homes16% of homes
Living areabigger than1,758 ft²72% of homes63% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.15 ac9% of homes49% of homes
Year builtnewer than195339% of homes40% of homes

About 18438 Western Ave

How much is 18438 Western Ave, Homewood, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 18438 Western Ave, Homewood, IL is $274,783 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $261,532 to $288,034. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 18438 Western Ave, Homewood, IL last sell?

18438 Western Ave, Homewood, IL last sold on Mar 16, 2018 for $198,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 18438 Western Ave, Homewood, IL?

18438 Western Ave, Homewood, IL has 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 1,758 square feet of living space and a 0.15-acre lot.

When was 18438 Western Ave, Homewood, IL built?

18438 Western Ave, Homewood, IL was built in 1953, making it 73 years old. It is a bungalow home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 18438 Western Ave, Homewood, IL?

18438 Western Ave, Homewood, IL is assigned to Western Avenue Elementary School (elementary), rated B+; Parker Junior High School (middle), rated B; Homewood-Flossmoor High School (high), rated B-. All sit in Flossmoor School District 161. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 18438 Western Ave, Homewood, IL compare to other homes in Homewood 60430?

Among the 7,745 homes in Homewood 60430, it is worth more than 65% of them ($274,783 against a typical $249,513), its price per square foot is higher than 30% of them ($156 against a typical $173), it is bigger than 72% of them (1,758 ft² against a typical 1,364 ft²), its lot is bigger than 9% of them (0.15 ac against a typical 0.21 ac) and it is newer than 39% of them (1953 against a typical 1961). Measured against all of Cook County, it is worth more than 36% 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 18438 Western Ave, Homewood, IL?

The 2023 property tax bill for 18438 Western Ave, Homewood, IL was $9,840. The county assessed it at $26,000.

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