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$98,288$103 / 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 82How 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 $96,500 on Aug 7, 2025

255 W 71ST ST

CHICAGO, IL 60621
2
Beds
1
Baths
952 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.
2,700 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1923
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.

Valuation

$98K
$81K low$116K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$96,500 · Aug 7, 2025

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$633 (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.$3,400 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$810
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$2,590
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$3,700
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$34,000

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.
71
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
69
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
CountyCOOK
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1925
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.06
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.No Garage
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(6)

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(2)

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

H
Robeson High School
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.4 mi
E
Harvard Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades KG–8 · 0.5 mi

District: Chicago Public School District 299

Neighborhood · ZIP 60621These 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.177
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 100.41

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.78%
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.32%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.30,536
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.8,222 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$38,050
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$49,690
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

255 W 71st 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 98% of homes in Cook County
  • Costs less per square foot than 95% of homes in Cook County
  • Smaller than 90% of homes in Cook County
  • Has a smaller lot than 95% of homes in Chicago 60621
  • Newer than 84% of homes in Chicago 60621

What homes are worth in Chicago 60621

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

This home
$48K$285K

This home is worth more than 39% of homes in Chicago 60621.

How it measures up in Chicago 60621

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Chicago 60621.

Estimated value$98,288
CheaperTypical $110,535Pricier

Pricier than 39% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$103
CheaperTypical $95Pricier

Pricier than 60% of homes nearby

Living area952 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,974 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 12% of homes nearby

Lot size2,700 ft²
SmallerTypical 3,136 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 5% of homes nearby

Year built1923
OlderTypical 1901Newer

Newer than 84% of homes nearby

How 255 W 71st St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeChicago 60621Cook County
Estimated valuepricier than$98,28839% of homes2% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$10360% of homes5% of homes
Living areabigger than952 ft²12% of homes10% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2,700 ft²5% of homes5% of homes
Year builtnewer than192384% of homes20% of homes

About 255 W 71st St

How much is 255 W 71st St, Chicago, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 255 W 71st St, Chicago, IL is $98,288 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $80,575 to $116,001. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 255 W 71st St, Chicago, IL last sell?

255 W 71st St, Chicago, IL last sold on Aug 7, 2025 for $96,500, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 255 W 71st St, Chicago, IL?

255 W 71st St, Chicago, IL has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 952 square feet of living space and a 0.06-acre lot.

When was 255 W 71st St, Chicago, IL built?

255 W 71st St, Chicago, IL was built in 1923, making it 103 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 255 W 71st St, Chicago, IL?

255 W 71st St, Chicago, IL is assigned to Robeson High School (high); Harvard Elementary School (elementary), rated C-. All sit in Chicago Public School District 299. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 255 W 71st St, Chicago, IL compare to other homes in Chicago 60621?

Among the 5,945 homes in Chicago 60621, it is worth more than 39% of them ($98,288 against a typical $110,535), its price per square foot is higher than 60% of them ($103 against a typical $95), it is bigger than 12% of them (952 ft² against a typical 1,974 ft²), its lot is bigger than 5% of them (2,700 ft² against a typical 3,136 ft²) and it is newer than 84% of them (1923 against a typical 1901). Measured against all of Cook County, it is worth more than 2% 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 255 W 71st St, Chicago, IL?

The 2023 property tax bill for 255 W 71st St, Chicago, IL was $633. The county assessed it at $3,400.

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