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$237,167$160 / 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 88How 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 $238,500 on Jun 13, 2025

253 S ELLIS AVE

GLENWOOD, IL 60425
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,485 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.
1970
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
7
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

$237K
$209K low$265K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$238,500 · Jun 13, 2025

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,122 (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.$21,000 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$3,060
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$17,940
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.$210,000

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.40
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
19
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
72
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.Asphalt
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, Attached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(7)

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
Hickory Bend Elementary SchoolD
Elementary · Grades KG–4 · 0.1 mi
M
Brookwood Jr High SchoolB
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 0.7 mi
H
Bloom High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.2 mi

District: Bloom Township High School District 206

Neighborhood · ZIP 60425These 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.75
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 100.47

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.21%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.13%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.3%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.6,570
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,493 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$76,995
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$94,680
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

253 S Ellis 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 74% of homes in Cook County
  • Costs less per square foot than 83% of homes in Cook County
  • Bigger than 70% of homes in Glenwood 60425
  • Has a smaller lot than 80% of homes in Glenwood 60425
  • Newer than 66% of homes in Cook County

What homes are worth in Glenwood 60425

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

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$86K$300K

This home is worth more than 72% of homes in Glenwood 60425.

How it measures up in Glenwood 60425

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Glenwood 60425.

Estimated value$237,167
CheaperTypical $205,838Pricier

Pricier than 72% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$160
CheaperTypical $158Pricier

Pricier than 53% of homes nearby

Living area1,485 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,232 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 70% of homes nearby

Lot size0.17 ac
SmallerTypical 0.18 acBigger

Bigger than 20% of homes nearby

Year built1970
OlderTypical 1970Newer

Newer than 55% of homes nearby

How 253 S Ellis Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeGlenwood 60425Cook County
Estimated valuepricier than$237,16772% of homes26% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$16053% of homes17% of homes
Living areabigger than1,485 ft²70% of homes52% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.17 ac20% of homes54% of homes
Year builtnewer than197055% of homes66% of homes

About 253 S Ellis Ave

How much is 253 S Ellis Ave, Glenwood, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 253 S Ellis Ave, Glenwood, IL is $237,167 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $209,141 to $265,193. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 253 S Ellis Ave, Glenwood, IL last sell?

253 S Ellis Ave, Glenwood, IL last sold on Jun 13, 2025 for $238,500, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 253 S Ellis Ave, Glenwood, IL?

253 S Ellis Ave, Glenwood, IL has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,485 square feet of living space and a 0.17-acre lot.

When was 253 S Ellis Ave, Glenwood, IL built?

253 S Ellis Ave, Glenwood, IL was built in 1970, making it 56 years old. It is a split level home.

What schools serve 253 S Ellis Ave, Glenwood, IL?

253 S Ellis Ave, Glenwood, IL is assigned to Hickory Bend Elementary School (elementary), rated D; Brookwood Jr High School (middle), rated B; Bloom High School (high), rated B+. All sit in Bloom Township High School District 206. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 253 S Ellis Ave, Glenwood, IL compare to other homes in Glenwood 60425?

Among the 3,331 homes in Glenwood 60425, it is worth more than 72% of them ($237,167 against a typical $205,838), its price per square foot is higher than 53% of them ($160 against a typical $158), it is bigger than 70% of them (1,485 ft² against a typical 1,232 ft²), its lot is bigger than 20% of them (0.17 ac against a typical 0.18 ac) and it is newer than 55% of them (1970 against a typical 1970). Measured against all of Cook County, it is worth more than 26% 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 S Ellis Ave, Glenwood, IL?

The 2023 property tax bill for 253 S Ellis Ave, Glenwood, IL was $6,122. The county assessed it at $21,000.

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