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Last sold for $903,000 on Jul 24, 2013

2256 W ROSCOE ST

CHICAGO, IL 60618
2
Beds
3.5
Baths
2,992 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.
3,000 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1894
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
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.
1
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.$903,000 · Jul 24, 2013

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$13,550 (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.$71,931 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$39,498
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$32,433
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$79,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$719,310

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.
68
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
70
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.Miscellaneous (Residential)
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.Frame (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Roll Tar & Gravel
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.Garage, Detached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(3)

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
Audubon Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 0.3 mi
H
Lake View High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.2 mi

District: Chicago Public School District 299

Neighborhood · ZIP 60618These 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.100
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.114
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.46

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.93%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.35%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.7%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.2.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.87,581
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.17,415 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$101,637
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$141,019
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°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

2256 W Roscoe 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.

  • Bigger than 89% of homes in Cook County
  • Has a smaller lot than 94% of homes in Cook County
  • Older than 96% of homes in Cook County

How it measures up in Chicago 60618

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Chicago 60618.

Living area2,992 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,052 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 85% of homes nearby

Lot size3,000 ft²
SmallerTypical 3,746 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 7% of homes nearby

Year built1894
OlderTypical 1921Newer

Newer than 6% of homes nearby

How 2256 W Roscoe St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNorth CenterChicago 60618Cook County
Living areabigger than2,992 ft²81% of homes85% of homes89% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3,000 ft²8% of homes7% of homes6% of homes
Year builtnewer than18948% of homes6% of homes4% of homes

About 2256 W Roscoe St

When did 2256 W Roscoe St, Chicago, IL last sell?

2256 W Roscoe St, Chicago, IL last sold on Jul 24, 2013 for $903,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 2256 W Roscoe St, Chicago, IL?

2256 W Roscoe St, Chicago, IL has 2 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, 2,992 square feet of living space and a 0.07-acre lot.

When was 2256 W Roscoe St, Chicago, IL built?

2256 W Roscoe St, Chicago, IL was built in 1894, making it 132 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 2256 W Roscoe St, Chicago, IL?

2256 W Roscoe St, Chicago, IL is assigned to Audubon Elementary School (elementary), rated A+; Lake View 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 2256 W Roscoe St, Chicago, IL compare to other homes in Chicago 60618?

Among the 22,178 homes in Chicago 60618, it is bigger than 85% of them (2,992 ft² against a typical 2,052 ft²), its lot is bigger than 7% of them (3,000 ft² against a typical 3,746 ft²) and it is newer than 6% of them (1894 against a typical 1921). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 2256 W Roscoe St, Chicago, IL?

The 2023 property tax bill for 2256 W Roscoe St, Chicago, IL was $13,550. The county assessed it at $71,931.

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