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$165,392$121 / 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 77How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $40,000 on May 20, 1996

252 W SWANN ST

CHICAGO, IL 60609
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,371 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.
4,014 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1957
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

$165K
$127K low$203K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$40,000 · May 20, 1996

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,415 (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.$11,000 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$2,408
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$8,592
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$9,999
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$110,000

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.47
50
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
8
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
71
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.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.14 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Row House
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Modern
CountyCook
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.09
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Masonry/Concrete Masonry Units (Cmus)
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.Roll Tar & Gravel
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

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

H
Tilden Career Community Academy High School
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.5 mi
E
A. Graham Elementary SchoolF
Elementary · Grades KG–8 · 0.6 mi

District: Chicago Public School District 299

Neighborhood · ZIP 60609These 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.128
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.110
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.89%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.12%
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.1.6%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.68,598
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.8,768 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$51,563
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$70,966
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

252 W Swann 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 88% of homes in Cook County
  • Costs less per square foot than 93% of homes in Bronzeville
  • Smaller than 82% of homes in Bronzeville
  • Has a bigger lot than 85% of homes in Chicago 60609
  • Newer than 75% of homes in Chicago 60609

What homes are worth in Chicago 60609

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

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$79K$817K

This home is worth more than 25% of homes in Chicago 60609.

How it measures up in Chicago 60609

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Chicago 60609.

Estimated value$165,392
CheaperTypical $255,904Pricier

Pricier than 25% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$121
CheaperTypical $231Pricier

Pricier than 14% of homes nearby

Living area1,371 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,764 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 35% of homes nearby

Lot size4,014 ft²
SmallerTypical 3,136 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 85% of homes nearby

Year built1957
OlderTypical 1903Newer

Newer than 75% of homes nearby

How 252 W Swann St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBronzevilleChicago 60609Cook County
Estimated valuepricier than$165,39218% of homes25% of homes12% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$1217% of homes14% of homes7% of homes
Living areabigger than1,371 ft²18% of homes35% of homes45% of homes
Lot sizebigger than4,014 ft²42% of homes85% of homes27% of homes
Year builtnewer than195748% of homes75% of homes47% of homes

About 252 W Swann St

How much is 252 W Swann St, Chicago, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 252 W Swann St, Chicago, IL is $165,392 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $127,437 to $203,347. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 252 W Swann St, Chicago, IL last sell?

252 W Swann St, Chicago, IL last sold on May 20, 1996 for $40,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 252 W Swann St, Chicago, IL?

252 W Swann St, Chicago, IL has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,371 square feet of living space and a 0.09-acre lot.

When was 252 W Swann St, Chicago, IL built?

252 W Swann St, Chicago, IL was built in 1957, making it 69 years old. It is a modern home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 252 W Swann St, Chicago, IL?

252 W Swann St, Chicago, IL is assigned to Tilden Career Community Academy High School (high); A. Graham Elementary School (elementary), rated F. All sit in Chicago Public School District 299. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 252 W Swann St, Chicago, IL compare to other homes in Chicago 60609?

Among the 12,546 homes in Chicago 60609, it is worth more than 25% of them ($165,392 against a typical $255,904), its price per square foot is higher than 14% of them ($121 against a typical $231), it is bigger than 35% of them (1,371 ft² against a typical 1,764 ft²), its lot is bigger than 85% of them (4,014 ft² against a typical 3,136 ft²) and it is newer than 75% of them (1957 against a typical 1903). Measured against all of Cook County, it is worth more than 12% 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 252 W Swann St, Chicago, IL?

The 2023 property tax bill for 252 W Swann St, Chicago, IL was $1,415. The county assessed it at $11,000.

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