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$297,839$184 / 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 89How 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 $320,000 on May 6, 2022

2138 RUBY ST

MELROSE PARK, IL 60164
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,616 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.
0.26 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1947
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
8
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

$298K
$265K low$331K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$320,000 · May 6, 2022
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.108%
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.$314,204
FAIRWAY INDEPENDENT MORTGAGE CORP · recorded May 6, 2022

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$7,027 (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.$29,000 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$6,171
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$22,829
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$23,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$290,000

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.49
71
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.
66
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
63
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.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.31 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.34%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.1 percent flood zone

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.1948
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.26
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.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(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
Scott Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.3 mi
M
Mannheim Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.0 mi
H
West Leyden High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.9 mi

District: Leyden Community High School District 212

Neighborhood · ZIP 60164These 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.59
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.134
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.50

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.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.11%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.10%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.7%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.19,618
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.4,194 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$61,527
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$82,722
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%

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

2138 Ruby 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 more than 65% of homes in Melrose Park 60164
  • Costs less per square foot than 76% of homes in Cook County
  • Bigger than 76% of homes in Melrose Park 60164
  • Has a bigger lot than 73% of homes in Cook County
  • Older than 79% of homes in Melrose Park 60164

What homes are worth in Melrose Park 60164

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

This home
$132K$449K

This home is worth more than 65% of homes in Melrose Park 60164.

How it measures up in Melrose Park 60164

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Melrose Park 60164.

Estimated value$297,839
CheaperTypical $279,559Pricier

Pricier than 65% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$184
CheaperTypical $218Pricier

Pricier than 25% of homes nearby

Living area1,616 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,278 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 76% of homes nearby

Lot size0.26 ac
SmallerTypical 0.23 acBigger

Bigger than 72% of homes nearby

Year built1947
OlderTypical 1953Newer

Newer than 21% of homes nearby

How 2138 Ruby St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMelrose Park 60164Cook County
Estimated valuepricier than$297,83965% of homes40% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$18425% of homes24% of homes
Living areabigger than1,616 ft²76% of homes58% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.26 ac72% of homes73% of homes
Year builtnewer than194721% of homes32% of homes

About 2138 Ruby St

How much is 2138 Ruby St, Melrose Park, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 2138 Ruby St, Melrose Park, IL is $297,839 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $264,965 to $330,713. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 2138 Ruby St, Melrose Park, IL last sell?

2138 Ruby St, Melrose Park, IL last sold on May 6, 2022 for $320,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 2138 Ruby St, Melrose Park, IL?

2138 Ruby St, Melrose Park, IL has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,616 square feet of living space and a 0.26-acre lot.

When was 2138 Ruby St, Melrose Park, IL built?

2138 Ruby St, Melrose Park, IL was built in 1947, making it 79 years old. It is a bungalow home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 2138 Ruby St, Melrose Park, IL?

2138 Ruby St, Melrose Park, IL is assigned to Scott Elementary School (elementary), rated C+; Mannheim Middle School (middle), rated C-; West Leyden High School (high), rated B-. All sit in Leyden Community High School District 212. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 2138 Ruby St, Melrose Park, IL compare to other homes in Melrose Park 60164?

Among the 6,007 homes in Melrose Park 60164, it is worth more than 65% of them ($297,839 against a typical $279,559), its price per square foot is higher than 25% of them ($184 against a typical $218), it is bigger than 76% of them (1,616 ft² against a typical 1,278 ft²), its lot is bigger than 72% of them (0.26 ac against a typical 0.23 ac) and it is newer than 21% of them (1947 against a typical 1953). Measured against all of Cook County, it is worth more than 40% 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 2138 Ruby St, Melrose Park, IL?

The 2023 property tax bill for 2138 Ruby St, Melrose Park, IL was $7,027. The county assessed it at $29,000.

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