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$246,114$221 / 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 Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $199,500 on Mar 15, 2022

253 EASTERN AVE

BELLWOOD, IL 60104
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,116 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.
0.11 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1965
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.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$246K
$234K low$258K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$199,500 · Mar 15, 2022

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$9,482 (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.$19,590 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$3,486
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$16,104
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$21,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$195,900

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.49
72
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.
67
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
64
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.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.15 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.51%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.0.2 percent flood zone

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.Bungalow
CountyCOOK
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.11
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.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
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, 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.

Foreclosure Filings(1)

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

E
Thurgood Marshall Elementary SchoolD-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.5 mi
M
Roosevelt Middle SchoolD-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.5 mi
H
Proviso West High SchoolF
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.9 mi

District: Bellwood School District 88

Neighborhood · ZIP 60104These 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.44
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.128
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.50

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.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.14%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.11%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.5%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.18,530
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.7,719 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$73,410
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$92,475
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

253 Eastern 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 72% of homes in Cook County
  • Smaller than 76% of homes in Cook County
  • Newer than 96% of homes in Bellwood 60104

What homes are worth in Bellwood 60104

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

This home
$113K$342K

This home is worth more than 63% of homes in Bellwood 60104.

How it measures up in Bellwood 60104

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Bellwood 60104.

Estimated value$246,114
CheaperTypical $236,578Pricier

Pricier than 63% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$221
CheaperTypical $220Pricier

Pricier than 50% of homes nearby

Living area1,116 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,050 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 62% of homes nearby

Lot size0.11 ac
SmallerTypical 0.11 acBigger

Bigger than 57% of homes nearby

Year built1965
OlderTypical 1953Newer

Newer than 96% of homes nearby

How 253 Eastern Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBellwood 60104Cook County
Estimated valuepricier than$246,11463% of homes28% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$22150% of homes38% of homes
Living areabigger than1,116 ft²62% of homes24% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.11 ac57% of homes37% of homes
Year builtnewer than196596% of homes59% of homes

About 253 Eastern Ave

How much is 253 Eastern Ave, Bellwood, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 253 Eastern Ave, Bellwood, IL is $246,114 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $234,228 to $258,000. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 253 Eastern Ave, Bellwood, IL last sell?

253 Eastern Ave, Bellwood, IL last sold on Mar 15, 2022 for $199,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 253 Eastern Ave, Bellwood, IL?

253 Eastern Ave, Bellwood, IL has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,116 square feet of living space and a 0.11-acre lot.

When was 253 Eastern Ave, Bellwood, IL built?

253 Eastern Ave, Bellwood, IL was built in 1965, making it 61 years old. It is a bungalow home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 253 Eastern Ave, Bellwood, IL?

253 Eastern Ave, Bellwood, IL is assigned to Thurgood Marshall Elementary School (elementary), rated D-; Roosevelt Middle School (middle), rated D-; Proviso West High School (high), rated F. All sit in Bellwood School District 88. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 253 Eastern Ave, Bellwood, IL compare to other homes in Bellwood 60104?

Among the 5,749 homes in Bellwood 60104, it is worth more than 63% of them ($246,114 against a typical $236,578), its price per square foot is higher than 50% of them ($221 against a typical $220), it is bigger than 62% of them (1,116 ft² against a typical 1,050 ft²), its lot is bigger than 57% of them (0.11 ac against a typical 0.11 ac) and it is newer than 96% of them (1965 against a typical 1953). Measured against all of Cook County, it is worth more than 28% 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 253 Eastern Ave, Bellwood, IL?

The 2023 property tax bill for 253 Eastern Ave, Bellwood, IL was $9,482. The county assessed it at $19,590.

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