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$236,728$223 / 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 97How 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 $201,500 on Sep 15, 2016

2128 EMERSON ST

EVANSTON, IL 60201
2
Beds
1
Baths
1,063 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.
3,500 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1960
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.

Valuation

$237K
$228K low$245K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$201,500 · Sep 15, 2016

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,523 (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.$28,000 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$5,075
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$22,925
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$20,847
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$280,000

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.45
53
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.
65
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
67
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.17 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
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1961
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.08
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Masonry/Concrete Masonry Units (Cmus)
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.No Garage
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(5)

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
Foster Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.3 mi
H
Evanston Township High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.4 mi
M
Haven Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.7 mi

District: Evanston Township High School District 202

Neighborhood · ZIP 60201These 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.101
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 100.45

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.90%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.32%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.13%
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.39,064
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.8,348 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$100,018
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$160,971
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.37 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

2128 Emerson 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 96% of homes in Evanston 60201
  • Costs less per square foot than 96% of homes in Evanston 60201
  • Smaller than 85% of homes in Evanston 60201
  • Has a smaller lot than 91% of homes in Evanston 60201
  • Newer than 65% of homes in Evanston 60201

What homes are worth in Evanston 60201

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

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$210K$2M

This home is worth more than 4% of homes in Evanston 60201.

How it measures up in Evanston 60201

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Evanston 60201.

Estimated value$236,728
CheaperTypical $647,976Pricier

Pricier than 4% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$223
CheaperTypical $402Pricier

Pricier than 4% of homes nearby

Living area1,063 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,721 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 15% of homes nearby

Lot size3,500 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.19 acBigger

Bigger than 9% of homes nearby

Year built1960
OlderTypical 1940Newer

Newer than 65% of homes nearby

How 2128 Emerson St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeEvanston 60201Cook County
Estimated valuepricier than$236,7284% of homes27% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$2234% of homes39% of homes
Living areabigger than1,063 ft²15% of homes20% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3,500 ft²9% of homes16% of homes
Year builtnewer than196065% of homes52% of homes

About 2128 Emerson St

How much is 2128 Emerson St, Evanston, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 2128 Emerson St, Evanston, IL is $236,728 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $228,468 to $244,988. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 2128 Emerson St, Evanston, IL last sell?

2128 Emerson St, Evanston, IL last sold on Sep 15, 2016 for $201,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 2128 Emerson St, Evanston, IL?

2128 Emerson St, Evanston, IL has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,063 square feet of living space and a 0.08-acre lot.

When was 2128 Emerson St, Evanston, IL built?

2128 Emerson St, Evanston, IL was built in 1960, making it 66 years old. It is a bungalow home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 2128 Emerson St, Evanston, IL?

2128 Emerson St, Evanston, IL is assigned to Foster Elementary School (elementary); Evanston Township High School (high), rated A-; Haven Middle School (middle), rated B+. All sit in Evanston Township High School District 202. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 2128 Emerson St, Evanston, IL compare to other homes in Evanston 60201?

Among the 11,767 homes in Evanston 60201, it is worth more than 4% of them ($236,728 against a typical $647,976), its price per square foot is higher than 4% of them ($223 against a typical $402), it is bigger than 15% of them (1,063 ft² against a typical 1,721 ft²), its lot is bigger than 9% of them (3,500 ft² against a typical 0.19 ac) and it is newer than 65% of them (1960 against a typical 1940). Measured against all of Cook County, it is worth more than 27% 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 2128 Emerson St, Evanston, IL?

The 2023 property tax bill for 2128 Emerson St, Evanston, IL was $4,523. The county assessed it at $28,000.

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