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$149,900$111 / 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 91How 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 $227,000 on Dec 11, 2018

197 WASHINGTON ST

PARK FOREST, IL 60466
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,349 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.
0.18 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1955
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
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

$150K
$137K low$163K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$227,000 · Dec 11, 2018

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$7,320 (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.$10,000 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$2,800
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$7,200
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$10,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$100,000

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.36
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.
70
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
71
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.0.18
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.Yes
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(8)

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(4)

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

M
Michelle Obama School of TechnologyC
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.3 mi
E
Barack Obama School of LdershipB-
Elementary · Grades 4–6 · 2.1 mi
H
Rich Township High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.4 mi

District: Park Forest School District 163

Neighborhood · ZIP 60466These 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.107
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 100.45

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.91%
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.15%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.4%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.20,169
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.3,166 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$63,151
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$72,122
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.39 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

197 Washington 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 less than 92% of homes in Cook County
  • Costs less per square foot than 95% of homes in Cook County

What homes are worth in Park Forest 60466

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

This home
$57K$265K

This home is worth more than 41% of homes in Park Forest 60466.

How it measures up in Park Forest 60466

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Park Forest 60466.

Estimated value$149,900
CheaperTypical $159,657Pricier

Pricier than 41% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$111
CheaperTypical $126Pricier

Pricier than 30% of homes nearby

Living area1,349 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,220 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 63% of homes nearby

Lot size0.18 ac
SmallerTypical 0.18 acBigger

Bigger than 57% of homes nearby

Year built1955
OlderTypical 1954Newer

Newer than 59% of homes nearby

How 197 Washington St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePark Forest 60466Cook County
Estimated valuepricier than$149,90041% of homes8% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$11130% of homes5% of homes
Living areabigger than1,349 ft²63% of homes43% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.18 ac57% of homes60% of homes
Year builtnewer than195559% of homes44% of homes

About 197 Washington St

How much is 197 Washington St, Park Forest, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 197 Washington St, Park Forest, IL is $149,900 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $136,815 to $162,985. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 197 Washington St, Park Forest, IL last sell?

197 Washington St, Park Forest, IL last sold on Dec 11, 2018 for $227,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 5 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 197 Washington St, Park Forest, IL?

197 Washington St, Park Forest, IL has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,349 square feet of living space and a 0.18-acre lot.

When was 197 Washington St, Park Forest, IL built?

197 Washington St, Park Forest, IL was built in 1955, making it 71 years old. It is a bungalow home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 197 Washington St, Park Forest, IL?

197 Washington St, Park Forest, IL is assigned to Michelle Obama School of Technology (middle), rated C; Barack Obama School of Ldership (elementary), rated B-; Rich Township High School (high), rated B. All sit in Park Forest School District 163. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 197 Washington St, Park Forest, IL compare to other homes in Park Forest 60466?

Among the 6,145 homes in Park Forest 60466, it is worth more than 41% of them ($149,900 against a typical $159,657), its price per square foot is higher than 30% of them ($111 against a typical $126), it is bigger than 63% of them (1,349 ft² against a typical 1,220 ft²), its lot is bigger than 57% of them (0.18 ac against a typical 0.18 ac) and it is newer than 59% of them (1955 against a typical 1954). Measured against all of Cook County, it is worth more than 8% 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 197 Washington St, Park Forest, IL?

The 2023 property tax bill for 197 Washington St, Park Forest, IL was $7,320. The county assessed it at $10,000.

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