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$558,831$665 / 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 95How 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

2229 W RACE AVE

CHICAGO, IL 60612
2
Beds
1
Baths
840 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.
2,136 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1878
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
4
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$559K
$530K low$588K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$7,623 (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.$37,000 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$15,913
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$21,087
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$40,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$370,000

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.38
10
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.
70
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.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.7 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%

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.0.05
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.

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

E
Mitchell Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 0.1 mi
H
Wells Community Academy High SchoolF
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.9 mi

District: Chicago Public School District 299

Neighborhood · ZIP 60612These 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.153
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.115
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.41

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.23%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.25%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.4%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.34,327
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.9,102 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$62,856
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$98,809
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

2229 W Race Ave 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 82% of homes in Cook County
  • Among the highest price per square foot in Cook County
  • Smaller than 98% of homes in Chicago 60612
  • Has a smaller lot than 97% of homes in Cook County
  • Among the oldest homes in Cook County

What homes are worth in Chicago 60612

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

This home
$156K$1.6M

This home is worth more than 73% of homes in Chicago 60612.

How it measures up in Chicago 60612

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Chicago 60612.

Estimated value$558,831
CheaperTypical $383,758Pricier

Pricier than 73% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$665
CheaperTypical $269Pricier

Pricier than 96% of homes nearby

Living area840 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,042 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 2% of homes nearby

Lot size2,136 ft²
SmallerTypical 3,136 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 10% of homes nearby

Year built1878
OlderTypical 1925Newer

Newer than 3% of homes nearby

How 2229 W Race Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWest TownChicago 60612Cook County
Estimated valuepricier than$558,83137% of homes73% of homes82% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$66595% of homes96% of homesalmost all homes
Living areabigger than840 ft²3% of homes2% of homes5% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2,136 ft²10% of homes10% of homes3% of homes
Year builtnewer than18784% of homes3% of homesalmost no homes

About 2229 W Race Ave

How much is 2229 W Race Ave, Chicago, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 2229 W Race Ave, Chicago, IL is $558,831 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $529,557 to $588,105. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

How big is 2229 W Race Ave, Chicago, IL?

2229 W Race Ave, Chicago, IL has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 840 square feet of living space and a 0.05-acre lot.

When was 2229 W Race Ave, Chicago, IL built?

2229 W Race Ave, Chicago, IL was built in 1878, making it 148 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 2229 W Race Ave, Chicago, IL?

2229 W Race Ave, Chicago, IL is assigned to Mitchell Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; Wells Community Academy High School (high), rated F. All sit in Chicago Public School District 299. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 2229 W Race Ave, Chicago, IL compare to other homes in Chicago 60612?

Among the 7,406 homes in Chicago 60612, it is worth more than 73% of them ($558,831 against a typical $383,758), its price per square foot is higher than 96% of them ($665 against a typical $269), it is bigger than 2% of them (840 ft² against a typical 2,042 ft²), its lot is bigger than 10% of them (2,136 ft² against a typical 3,136 ft²) and it is newer than 3% of them (1878 against a typical 1925). Measured against all of Cook County, it is worth more than 82% 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 2229 W Race Ave, Chicago, IL?

The 2023 property tax bill for 2229 W Race Ave, Chicago, IL was $7,623. The county assessed it at $37,000.

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