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$71,961$49 / 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 88How 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 $76,000 on Jun 3, 2002

21 E 138TH ST

RIVERDALE, IL 60827
2
Beds
1
Baths
1,481 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.
0.16 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1897
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.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$72K
$63K low$81K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$76,000 · Jun 3, 2002
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
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.107%
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.$76,500
ARGENT MORTGAGE CO LLC · R · recorded Sep 26, 2003

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,999 (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.$6,000 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$2,693
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$3,307
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$5,999
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$60,000

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.46
43
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.
72
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
76
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.9 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
CountyCook
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.17
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Mat/Raft Foundation (Slab)
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.None
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Detached

Transaction History(1)

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
Gen George Patton Elementary SchoolD+
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 0.6 mi
H
Thornridge High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.0 mi

District: General George Patton School District 133

Neighborhood · ZIP 60827These 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.138
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.87%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.9.1%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.31%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.23,615
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.3,205 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$45,523
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$58,831
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.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

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

21 E 138th 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.

  • Among the least valuable homes in Cook County
  • Among the lowest price per square foot in Cook County
  • Bigger than 84% of homes in Riverdale 60827
  • Has a bigger lot than 91% of homes in Riverdale 60827
  • Older than 98% of homes in Riverdale 60827

What homes are worth in Riverdale 60827

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

This home
$38K$227K

This home is worth more than 13% of homes in Riverdale 60827.

How it measures up in Riverdale 60827

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Riverdale 60827.

Estimated value$71,961
CheaperTypical $124,374Pricier

Pricier than 13% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$49
CheaperTypical $112Pricier

Pricier than 7% of homes nearby

Living area1,481 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,125 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 84% of homes nearby

Lot size0.16 ac
SmallerTypical 0.1 acBigger

Bigger than 91% of homes nearby

Year built1897
OlderTypical 1954Newer

Newer than 2% of homes nearby

How 21 E 138th St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRiverdale 60827Cook County
Estimated valuepricier than$71,96113% of homesalmost no homes
Price per ft²pricier than$497% of homesalmost no homes
Living areabigger than1,481 ft²84% of homes51% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.16 ac91% of homes54% of homes
Year builtnewer than18972% of homes5% of homes

About 21 E 138th St

How much is 21 E 138th St, Riverdale, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 21 E 138th St, Riverdale, IL is $71,961 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $63,021 to $80,901. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 21 E 138th St, Riverdale, IL last sell?

21 E 138th St, Riverdale, IL last sold on Jun 3, 2002 for $76,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 21 E 138th St, Riverdale, IL?

21 E 138th St, Riverdale, IL has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,481 square feet of living space and a 0.17-acre lot.

When was 21 E 138th St, Riverdale, IL built?

21 E 138th St, Riverdale, IL was built in 1897, making it 129 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 21 E 138th St, Riverdale, IL?

21 E 138th St, Riverdale, IL is assigned to Gen George Patton Elementary School (elementary), rated D+; Thornridge High School (high), rated D-. All sit in General George Patton School District 133. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 21 E 138th St, Riverdale, IL compare to other homes in Riverdale 60827?

Among the 6,646 homes in Riverdale 60827, it is worth more than 13% of them ($71,961 against a typical $124,374), its price per square foot is higher than 7% of them ($49 against a typical $112), it is bigger than 84% of them (1,481 ft² against a typical 1,125 ft²), its lot is bigger than 91% of them (0.16 ac against a typical 0.1 ac) and it is newer than 2% of them (1897 against a typical 1954). Measured against all of Cook County, it is worth more than almost no 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 21 E 138th St, Riverdale, IL?

The 2023 property tax bill for 21 E 138th St, Riverdale, IL was $1,999. The county assessed it at $6,000.

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