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$262,599$278 / 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
Last sold for $161,000 on Dec 22, 2021

2281 FOREST AVE

ROLLING MEADOWS, IL 60008
3
Beds
1
Baths
946 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.
0.2 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1941
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

$263K
$249K low$276K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$161,000 · Dec 22, 2021

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,839 (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.$22,000 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$4,828
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$17,172
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$21,999
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$220,000

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.34
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.
61
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
65
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.

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.0.20
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.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
Kimball Hill Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.8 mi
M
Carl Sandburg Junior High SchoolC
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.1 mi
H
Rolling Meadows High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.6 mi

District: Palatine Community Consolidated School District 15

Neighborhood · ZIP 60008These 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.64
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.121
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.48

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.96%
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.6.1%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.21,019
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.3,079 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$91,023
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$105,476
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

2281 Forest 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 less than 76% of homes in Rolling Meadows 60008
  • Costs more per square foot than 65% of homes in Rolling Meadows 60008
  • Smaller than 90% of homes in Rolling Meadows 60008
  • Has a smaller lot than 72% of homes in Rolling Meadows 60008
  • Among the oldest homes in Rolling Meadows 60008

What homes are worth in Rolling Meadows 60008

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

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$166K$730K

This home is worth more than 24% of homes in Rolling Meadows 60008.

How it measures up in Rolling Meadows 60008

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Rolling Meadows 60008.

Estimated value$262,599
CheaperTypical $351,395Pricier

Pricier than 24% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$278
CheaperTypical $257Pricier

Pricier than 65% of homes nearby

Living area946 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,300 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 10% of homes nearby

Lot size0.2 ac
SmallerTypical 0.24 acBigger

Bigger than 28% of homes nearby

Year built1941
OlderTypical 1972Newer

Older than almost all homes nearby

How 2281 Forest Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRolling Meadows 60008Cook County
Estimated valuepricier than$262,59924% of homes31% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$27865% of homes61% of homes
Living areabigger than946 ft²10% of homes10% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.2 ac28% of homes64% of homes
Year builtnewer than1941almost no homes29% of homes

About 2281 Forest Ave

How much is 2281 Forest Ave, Rolling Meadows, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 2281 Forest Ave, Rolling Meadows, IL is $262,599 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $249,292 to $275,906. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 2281 Forest Ave, Rolling Meadows, IL last sell?

2281 Forest Ave, Rolling Meadows, IL last sold on Dec 22, 2021 for $161,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 2281 Forest Ave, Rolling Meadows, IL?

2281 Forest Ave, Rolling Meadows, IL has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 946 square feet of living space and a 0.20-acre lot.

When was 2281 Forest Ave, Rolling Meadows, IL built?

2281 Forest Ave, Rolling Meadows, IL was built in 1941, making it 85 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 2281 Forest Ave, Rolling Meadows, IL?

2281 Forest Ave, Rolling Meadows, IL is assigned to Kimball Hill Elementary School (elementary), rated B; Carl Sandburg Junior High School (middle), rated C; Rolling Meadows High School (high), rated A-. All sit in Palatine Community Consolidated School District 15. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 2281 Forest Ave, Rolling Meadows, IL compare to other homes in Rolling Meadows 60008?

Among the 8,050 homes in Rolling Meadows 60008, it is worth more than 24% of them ($262,599 against a typical $351,395), its price per square foot is higher than 65% of them ($278 against a typical $257), it is bigger than 10% of them (946 ft² against a typical 1,300 ft²), its lot is bigger than 28% of them (0.2 ac against a typical 0.24 ac) and it is newer than almost none of them (1941 against a typical 1972). Measured against all of Cook County, it is worth more than 31% 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 2281 Forest Ave, Rolling Meadows, IL?

The 2023 property tax bill for 2281 Forest Ave, Rolling Meadows, IL was $6,839. The county assessed it at $22,000.

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