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$570,006$475 / 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 85How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $243,500 on Feb 24, 2017

205 S FOREST AVE

HILLSIDE, IL 60162
4
Beds
1
Baths
1,200 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.
0.21 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1924
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.
Pre-foreclosure (LIS)A foreclosure notice on this home is currently active. Many are worked out before any auction happens.
A foreclosure-related notice has been recorded for this property.

Valuation

$570K
$484K low$656K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$243,500 · Feb 24, 2017

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$7,069 (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.$24,001 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$4,967
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$19,034
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$24,001
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$240,010

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.35
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.
68
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
64
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
45
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.0.21
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Roll Tar & Gravel
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Hot Water
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, 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.

Foreclosure Filings(5)

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

H
Proviso West High SchoolF
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.4 mi
E
Hillside Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 0.6 mi

District: Hillside School District 93

Neighborhood · ZIP 60162These 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.58
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.128
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.49

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.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.19%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.4.8%
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.8,676
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,685 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$74,157
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$94,144
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°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

205 S 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.

  • Among the most valuable homes in Hillside 60162
  • Among the highest price per square foot in Hillside 60162
  • Smaller than 68% of homes in Cook County
  • Has a bigger lot than 74% of homes in Hillside 60162
  • Older than 98% of homes in Hillside 60162

What homes are worth in Hillside 60162

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

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$78K$465K

This home is worth more than almost all homes in Hillside 60162.

How it measures up in Hillside 60162

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Hillside 60162.

Estimated value$570,006
CheaperTypical $303,620Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Price per ft²$475
CheaperTypical $269Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Living area1,200 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,115 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 66% of homes nearby

Lot size0.21 ac
SmallerTypical 0.15 acBigger

Bigger than 74% of homes nearby

Year built1924
OlderTypical 1956Newer

Newer than 2% of homes nearby

How 205 S Forest Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeHillside 60162Cook County
Estimated valuepricier than$570,006almost all homes82% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$475almost all homes95% of homes
Living areabigger than1,200 ft²66% of homes32% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.21 ac74% of homes63% of homes
Year builtnewer than19242% of homes21% of homes

About 205 S Forest Ave

How much is 205 S Forest Ave, Hillside, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 205 S Forest Ave, Hillside, IL is $570,006 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $483,688 to $656,324. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 205 S Forest Ave, Hillside, IL last sell?

205 S Forest Ave, Hillside, IL last sold on Feb 24, 2017 for $243,500, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 205 S Forest Ave, Hillside, IL?

205 S Forest Ave, Hillside, IL has 4 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,200 square feet of living space and a 0.21-acre lot.

When was 205 S Forest Ave, Hillside, IL built?

205 S Forest Ave, Hillside, IL was built in 1924, making it 102 years old. It is a bungalow home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 205 S Forest Ave, Hillside, IL?

205 S Forest Ave, Hillside, IL is assigned to Proviso West High School (high), rated F; Hillside Elementary School (elementary), rated C-. All sit in Hillside School District 93. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 205 S Forest Ave, Hillside, IL compare to other homes in Hillside 60162?

Among the 2,758 homes in Hillside 60162, it is worth more than almost all of them ($570,006 against a typical $303,620), its price per square foot is higher than almost all of them ($475 against a typical $269), it is bigger than 66% of them (1,200 ft² against a typical 1,115 ft²), its lot is bigger than 74% of them (0.21 ac against a typical 0.15 ac) and it is newer than 2% of them (1924 against a typical 1956). Measured against all of Cook County, it is worth more than 82% 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 205 S Forest Ave, Hillside, IL?

The 2023 property tax bill for 205 S Forest Ave, Hillside, IL was $7,069. The county assessed it at $24,001.

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