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$365,565$376 / 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 Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $185,000 on Jun 19, 2002

221 RICHMOND ST

EVANSTON, IL 60202
3
Beds
2 / 1
Baths
973 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.
4,165 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1952
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

$366K
$353K low$378K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$185,000 · Jun 19, 2002

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,786 (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.$30,979 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$6,664
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$24,315
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$30,979
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$309,790

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.
66
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
68
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.Single Family Residence
CountyCook
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.10
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.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
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

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.

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

E
Dawes Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.3 mi
M
Chute Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.6 mi
H
Evanston Township High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.7 mi

District: Evanston Community Consolidated School District 65

Neighborhood · ZIP 60202These 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.88
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.109
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.39

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.28%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.0%
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.33,134
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.8,248 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$102,510
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$141,555
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

221 Richmond 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.

  • Costs more per square foot than 87% of homes in Cook County
  • Smaller than 88% of homes in Cook County
  • Has a smaller lot than 84% of homes in Evanston 60202

What homes are worth in Evanston 60202

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

This home
$163K$1.9M

This home is worth more than 40% of homes in Evanston 60202.

How it measures up in Evanston 60202

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Evanston 60202.

Estimated value$365,565
CheaperTypical $407,246Pricier

Pricier than 40% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$376
CheaperTypical $314Pricier

Pricier than 76% of homes nearby

Living area973 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,400 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 16% of homes nearby

Lot size4,165 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.18 acBigger

Bigger than 16% of homes nearby

Year built1952
OlderTypical 1950Newer

Newer than 54% of homes nearby

How 221 Richmond St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeEvanston 60202Cook County
Estimated valuepricier than$365,56540% of homes56% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$37676% of homes87% of homes
Living areabigger than973 ft²16% of homes12% of homes
Lot sizebigger than4,165 ft²16% of homes30% of homes
Year builtnewer than195254% of homes38% of homes

About 221 Richmond St

How much is 221 Richmond St, Evanston, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 221 Richmond St, Evanston, IL is $365,565 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $352,908 to $378,222. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 221 Richmond St, Evanston, IL last sell?

221 Richmond St, Evanston, IL last sold on Jun 19, 2002 for $185,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 221 Richmond St, Evanston, IL?

221 Richmond St, Evanston, IL has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 973 square feet of living space and a 0.10-acre lot.

When was 221 Richmond St, Evanston, IL built?

221 Richmond St, Evanston, IL was built in 1952, making it 74 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 221 Richmond St, Evanston, IL?

221 Richmond St, Evanston, IL is assigned to Dawes Elementary School (elementary), rated A; Chute Middle School (middle), rated A-; Evanston Township High School (high), rated B+. All sit in Evanston Community Consolidated School District 65. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 221 Richmond St, Evanston, IL compare to other homes in Evanston 60202?

Among the 9,463 homes in Evanston 60202, it is worth more than 40% of them ($365,565 against a typical $407,246), its price per square foot is higher than 76% of them ($376 against a typical $314), it is bigger than 16% of them (973 ft² against a typical 1,400 ft²), its lot is bigger than 16% of them (4,165 ft² against a typical 0.18 ac) and it is newer than 54% of them (1952 against a typical 1950). Measured against all of Cook County, it is worth more than 56% 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 221 Richmond St, Evanston, IL?

The 2023 property tax bill for 221 Richmond St, Evanston, IL was $6,786. The county assessed it at $30,979.

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