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$201,975$170 / 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 87How 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

242 THOMAS ST

PARK FOREST, IL 60466
3
Beds
2 / 1
Baths
1,189 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.
0.17 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1962
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.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$202K
$176K low$228K high
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.$201,975
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$161,580

Tax & Assessment

Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$16,000 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$3,024
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$12,976
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$16,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$160,000

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.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.
70
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
72
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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Split Level
CountyCook
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.17
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.Central
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached

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

E
Illinois SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades KG–8 · 0.1 mi
H
Rich Township High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.8 mi

District: Matteson Elementary School District 162

Neighborhood · ZIP 60466These 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.107
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.104
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.45

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.91%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.17%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.15%
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.20,169
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.3,166 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$63,151
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$72,122
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.39 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

242 Thomas 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 less than 83% of homes in Cook County
  • Costs more per square foot than 92% of homes in Park Forest 60466
  • Smaller than 69% of homes in Cook County
  • Newer than 89% of homes in Park Forest 60466

What homes are worth in Park Forest 60466

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

This home
$59K$262K

This home is worth more than 82% of homes in Park Forest 60466.

How it measures up in Park Forest 60466

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Park Forest 60466.

Estimated value$201,975
CheaperTypical $158,725Pricier

Pricier than 82% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$170
CheaperTypical $125Pricier

Pricier than 92% of homes nearby

Living area1,189 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,218 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 43% of homes nearby

Lot size0.17 ac
SmallerTypical 0.18 acBigger

Bigger than 42% of homes nearby

Year built1962
OlderTypical 1954Newer

Newer than 89% of homes nearby

How 242 Thomas St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePark Forest 60466Cook County
Estimated valuepricier than$201,97582% of homes17% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$17092% of homes19% of homes
Living areabigger than1,189 ft²43% of homes31% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.17 ac42% of homes57% of homes
Year builtnewer than196289% of homes56% of homes

About 242 Thomas St

How much is 242 Thomas St, Park Forest, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 242 Thomas St, Park Forest, IL is $201,975 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $175,757 to $228,193. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 242 Thomas St, Park Forest, IL last sell?

242 Thomas St, Park Forest, IL last sold on Sep 11, 1998, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 242 Thomas St, Park Forest, IL?

242 Thomas St, Park Forest, IL has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,189 square feet of living space and a 0.17-acre lot.

When was 242 Thomas St, Park Forest, IL built?

242 Thomas St, Park Forest, IL was built in 1962, making it 64 years old. It is a split level home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 242 Thomas St, Park Forest, IL?

242 Thomas St, Park Forest, IL is assigned to Illinois School (elementary), rated B-; Rich Township High School (high), rated B. All sit in Matteson Elementary School District 162. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 242 Thomas St, Park Forest, IL compare to other homes in Park Forest 60466?

Among the 6,145 homes in Park Forest 60466, it is worth more than 82% of them ($201,975 against a typical $158,725), its price per square foot is higher than 92% of them ($170 against a typical $125), it is bigger than 43% of them (1,189 ft² against a typical 1,218 ft²), its lot is bigger than 42% of them (0.17 ac against a typical 0.18 ac) and it is newer than 89% of them (1962 against a typical 1954). Measured against all of Cook County, it is worth more than 17% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

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