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Last sold for $258,000 on Jan 11, 2005

2121 W 21ST PL

CHICAGO, IL 60608
5
Beds
2
Baths
2,026 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.
3,096 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1893
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
11
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

Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$258,000 · Jan 11, 2005

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,839 (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.$37,955 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$11,455
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$26,500
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$41,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$379,550

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.
71
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
69
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.Apartments (Generic)
CountyCOOK
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.07
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Masonry/Concrete Masonry Units (Cmus)
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.No Foundation
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(7)

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
Ruiz Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 0.3 mi
H
Juarez Community Academy High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.8 mi

District: Chicago Public School District 299

Neighborhood · ZIP 60608These 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.124
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.113
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.48

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.90%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.21%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.16%
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.73,995
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.11,240 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$61,531
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$88,261
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

2121 W 21st Pl 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.

  • Bigger than 71% of homes in Cook County
  • Has a smaller lot than 90% of homes in Cook County
  • Older than 96% of homes in Cook County

How it measures up in Chicago 60608

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Chicago 60608.

Living area2,026 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,920 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 54% of homes nearby

Lot size3,096 ft²
SmallerTypical 3,049 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 57% of homes nearby

Year built1893
OlderTypical 1899Newer

Newer than 45% of homes nearby

How 2121 W 21st Pl ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeLower West Side / PilsenChicago 60608Cook County
Living areabigger than2,026 ft²41% of homes54% of homes71% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3,096 ft²66% of homes57% of homes10% of homes
Year builtnewer than189363% of homes45% of homes4% of homes

About 2121 W 21st Pl

When did 2121 W 21st Pl, Chicago, IL last sell?

2121 W 21st Pl, Chicago, IL last sold on Jan 11, 2005 for $258,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 2121 W 21st Pl, Chicago, IL?

2121 W 21st Pl, Chicago, IL has 5 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2,026 square feet of living space and a 0.07-acre lot.

When was 2121 W 21st Pl, Chicago, IL built?

2121 W 21st Pl, Chicago, IL was built in 1893, making it 133 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 2121 W 21st Pl, Chicago, IL?

2121 W 21st Pl, Chicago, IL is assigned to Ruiz Elementary School (elementary), rated C-; Juarez Community Academy High School (high), rated D-. All sit in Chicago Public School District 299. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 2121 W 21st Pl, Chicago, IL compare to other homes in Chicago 60608?

Among the 13,325 homes in Chicago 60608, it is bigger than 54% of them (2,026 ft² against a typical 1,920 ft²), its lot is bigger than 57% of them (3,096 ft² against a typical 3,049 ft²) and it is newer than 45% of them (1893 against a typical 1899). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 2121 W 21st Pl, Chicago, IL?

The 2023 property tax bill for 2121 W 21st Pl, Chicago, IL was $6,839. The county assessed it at $37,955.

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