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$188,331$150 / 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 89How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jun 23, 2026
Last sold for $703,500 on Dec 29, 2020

18521 RIDGEWOOD AVE

LANSING, IL 60438
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,254 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.
0.23 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1952
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
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.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$188K
$168K low$209K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$703,500 · Dec 29, 2020
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$0
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$0
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$26,238,000
ARBOR REALTY SR INC · recorded Feb 10, 2021
2nd MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$19,271,832
GREENSTATE CU

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,967 (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.$14,400 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$4,335
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$10,065
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$14,400
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$144,000

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.44
35
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
7
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.
70
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.6 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%

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.0.23
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, Attached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(13)

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(7)

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

H
Thornton Fractnl So High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.2 mi
E
Lester Crawl Primary Center
Elementary · Grades PK–1 · 0.3 mi
M
Memorial Jr High SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.4 mi

District: Lansing School District 158

Neighborhood · ZIP 60438These 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.81
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.105
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.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.17%
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.1.6%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.29,449
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.3,312 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$75,865
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$91,371
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%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Absentee owner
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.Yes

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

18521 Ridgewood 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 85% of homes in Cook County
  • Costs less per square foot than 87% of homes in Cook County
  • Has a bigger lot than 79% of homes in Lansing 60438
  • Older than 70% of homes in Lansing 60438

What homes are worth in Lansing 60438

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

This home
$78K$402K

This home is worth more than 46% of homes in Lansing 60438.

How it measures up in Lansing 60438

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Lansing 60438.

Estimated value$188,331
CheaperTypical $194,870Pricier

Pricier than 46% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$150
CheaperTypical $158Pricier

Pricier than 40% of homes nearby

Living area1,254 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,223 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 54% of homes nearby

Lot size0.23 ac
SmallerTypical 0.17 acBigger

Bigger than 79% of homes nearby

Year built1952
OlderTypical 1961Newer

Newer than 30% of homes nearby

How 18521 Ridgewood Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeLansing 60438Cook County
Estimated valuepricier than$188,33146% of homes15% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$15040% of homes13% of homes
Living areabigger than1,254 ft²54% of homes37% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.23 ac79% of homes71% of homes
Year builtnewer than195230% of homes38% of homes

About 18521 Ridgewood Ave

How much is 18521 Ridgewood Ave, Lansing, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 18521 Ridgewood Ave, Lansing, IL is $188,331 as of Jun 23, 2026. The likely range is $167,614 to $209,047. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 18521 Ridgewood Ave, Lansing, IL last sell?

18521 Ridgewood Ave, Lansing, IL last sold on Dec 29, 2020 for $703,500, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 5 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 18521 Ridgewood Ave, Lansing, IL?

18521 Ridgewood Ave, Lansing, IL has 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 1,254 square feet of living space and a 0.23-acre lot.

When was 18521 Ridgewood Ave, Lansing, IL built?

18521 Ridgewood Ave, Lansing, IL was built in 1952, making it 74 years old. It is a bungalow home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 18521 Ridgewood Ave, Lansing, IL?

18521 Ridgewood Ave, Lansing, IL is assigned to Thornton Fractnl So High School (high), rated B+; Lester Crawl Primary Center (elementary); Memorial Jr High School (middle), rated C-. All sit in Lansing School District 158. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 18521 Ridgewood Ave, Lansing, IL compare to other homes in Lansing 60438?

Among the 10,569 homes in Lansing 60438, it is worth more than 46% of them ($188,331 against a typical $194,870), its price per square foot is higher than 40% of them ($150 against a typical $158), it is bigger than 54% of them (1,254 ft² against a typical 1,223 ft²), its lot is bigger than 79% of them (0.23 ac against a typical 0.17 ac) and it is newer than 30% of them (1952 against a typical 1961). Measured against all of Cook County, it is worth more than 15% 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 18521 Ridgewood Ave, Lansing, IL?

The 2023 property tax bill for 18521 Ridgewood Ave, Lansing, IL was $6,967. The county assessed it at $14,400.

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