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$3,696,084$644 / 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

256 KENILWORTH AVE

KENILWORTH, IL 60043
8
Beds
5 / 1
Baths
5,737 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.
0.55 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1908
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
16
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

$3.7M
$2.8M low$4.6M high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$35,472 (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.$237,000 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$72,375
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$164,625
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$237,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$2,370,000

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.33
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.
64
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
66
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
33
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.0.55
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Hot Water
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.None
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Detached

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.

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

E
The Joseph Sears SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades KG–8 · 0.3 mi
H
New Trier Township High School - WinnetkaA+
High · Grades 10–12 · 0.5 mi

District: Kenilworth School District 38

Neighborhood · ZIP 60043These 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.23
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.114
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.92%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.41%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.2.6%
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.2,686
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,963 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$266,071
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$384,002
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°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

256 Kenilworth 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.

  • Among the most valuable homes in Cook County
  • Among the highest price per square foot in Cook County
  • Bigger than 98% of homes in Cook County
  • Has a bigger lot than 95% of homes in Kenilworth 60043
  • Older than 91% of homes in Cook County

What homes are worth in Kenilworth 60043

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

This home
$805K$6.3M

This home is worth more than 88% of homes in Kenilworth 60043.

How it measures up in Kenilworth 60043

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Kenilworth 60043.

Estimated value$3,696,084
CheaperTypical $2,072,323Pricier

Pricier than 88% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$644
CheaperTypical $613Pricier

Pricier than 60% of homes nearby

Living area5,737 ft²
SmallerTypical 3,346 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 91% of homes nearby

Lot size0.55 ac
SmallerTypical 0.28 acBigger

Bigger than 95% of homes nearby

Year built1908
OlderTypical 1930Newer

Newer than 13% of homes nearby

How 256 Kenilworth Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeKenilworth 60043Cook County
Estimated valuepricier than$3,696,08488% of homesalmost all homes
Price per ft²pricier than$64460% of homesalmost all homes
Living areabigger than5,737 ft²91% of homes98% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.55 ac95% of homes82% of homes
Year builtnewer than190813% of homes9% of homes

About 256 Kenilworth Ave

How much is 256 Kenilworth Ave, Kenilworth, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 256 Kenilworth Ave, Kenilworth, IL is $3,696,084 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $2,832,400 to $4,559,768. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 256 Kenilworth Ave, Kenilworth, IL last sell?

256 Kenilworth Ave, Kenilworth, IL last sold on Jul 9, 2024, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 256 Kenilworth Ave, Kenilworth, IL?

256 Kenilworth Ave, Kenilworth, IL has 8 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, 5,737 square feet of living space and a 0.55-acre lot.

When was 256 Kenilworth Ave, Kenilworth, IL built?

256 Kenilworth Ave, Kenilworth, IL was built in 1908, making it 118 years old. It is a split level home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 256 Kenilworth Ave, Kenilworth, IL?

256 Kenilworth Ave, Kenilworth, IL is assigned to The Joseph Sears School (elementary), rated A+; New Trier Township High School - Winnetka (high), rated A+. All sit in Kenilworth School District 38. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 256 Kenilworth Ave, Kenilworth, IL compare to other homes in Kenilworth 60043?

Among the 867 homes in Kenilworth 60043, it is worth more than 88% of them ($3,696,084 against a typical $2,072,323), its price per square foot is higher than 60% of them ($644 against a typical $613), it is bigger than 91% of them (5,737 ft² against a typical 3,346 ft²), its lot is bigger than 95% of them (0.55 ac against a typical 0.28 ac) and it is newer than 13% of them (1908 against a typical 1930). Measured against all of Cook County, it is worth more than almost all 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 256 Kenilworth Ave, Kenilworth, IL?

The 2023 property tax bill for 256 Kenilworth Ave, Kenilworth, IL was $35,472. The county assessed it at $237,000.

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