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Last sold for $63,000 on Jun 11, 2015

2538 S RIDGEWAY AVE

CHICAGO, IL 60623
4
Beds
2
Baths
1,988 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.
3,125 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1909
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
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

Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$63,000 · Jun 11, 2015

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,853 (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.$27,000 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$4,531
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$22,469
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$22,999
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$270,000

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.
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.

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Apartments (Generic)
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Two Family
CountyCook
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.07
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Masonry/Concrete Masonry Units (Cmus)
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(4)

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
Little Village Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 0.2 mi
H
Farragut Career Academy High SchoolF
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.6 mi

District: Chicago Public School District 299

Neighborhood · ZIP 60623These 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.111
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.115
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.44

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.90%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.9.6%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.26%
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.87,104
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.14,645 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$38,933
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$53,989
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

2538 S Ridgeway 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.

  • Bigger than 70% of homes in Cook County
  • Has a smaller lot than 90% of homes in Cook County
  • Older than 90% of homes in Cook County

How it measures up in Chicago 60623

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Chicago 60623.

Living area1,988 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,844 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 55% of homes nearby

Lot size3,125 ft²
SmallerTypical 3,136 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 23% of homes nearby

Year built1909
OlderTypical 1907Newer

Newer than 65% of homes nearby

How 2538 S Ridgeway Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeLittle VillageChicago 60623Cook County
Living areabigger than1,988 ft²65% of homes55% of homes70% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3,125 ft²26% of homes23% of homes10% of homes
Year builtnewer than190972% of homes65% of homes10% of homes

About 2538 S Ridgeway Ave

When did 2538 S Ridgeway Ave, Chicago, IL last sell?

2538 S Ridgeway Ave, Chicago, IL last sold on Jun 11, 2015 for $63,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 2538 S Ridgeway Ave, Chicago, IL?

2538 S Ridgeway Ave, Chicago, IL has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,988 square feet of living space and a 0.07-acre lot.

When was 2538 S Ridgeway Ave, Chicago, IL built?

2538 S Ridgeway Ave, Chicago, IL was built in 1909, making it 117 years old. It is a two family home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 2538 S Ridgeway Ave, Chicago, IL?

2538 S Ridgeway Ave, Chicago, IL is assigned to Little Village Elementary School (elementary), rated C; Farragut Career Academy High School (high), rated F. All sit in Chicago Public School District 299. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 2538 S Ridgeway Ave, Chicago, IL compare to other homes in Chicago 60623?

Among the 12,280 homes in Chicago 60623, it is bigger than 55% of them (1,988 ft² against a typical 1,844 ft²), its lot is bigger than 23% of them (3,125 ft² against a typical 3,136 ft²) and it is newer than 65% of them (1909 against a typical 1907). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 2538 S Ridgeway Ave, Chicago, IL?

The 2023 property tax bill for 2538 S Ridgeway Ave, Chicago, IL was $4,853. The county assessed it at $27,000.

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