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$139,547$138 / 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 91How 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 $70,000 on Jun 25, 2004

263 MERRILL AVE

CALUMET CITY, IL 60409
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,009 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.
0.14 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1961
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
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.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$140K
$127K low$152K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$70,000 · Jun 25, 2004

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,047 (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.$13,000 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$2,517
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$10,483
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$13,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$130,000

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.45
39
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.
72
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
73
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.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.8 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%

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.0.14
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(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.

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

E
Caroline Sibley Elementary SchoolF
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.6 mi
M
School of Fine ArtsF
Middle · Grades 7–7 · 0.9 mi
H
Thornwood High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.7 mi

District: Dolton School District 149

Neighborhood · ZIP 60409These 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.105
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.107
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.46

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.15%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.19%
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.34,386
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.4,756 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$59,473
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$74,133
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

263 Merrill 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 93% of homes in Cook County
  • Costs less per square foot than 88% of homes in Cook County
  • Smaller than 85% of homes in Cook County
  • Has a bigger lot than 67% of homes in Calumet City 60409

What homes are worth in Calumet City 60409

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

This home
$63K$267K

This home is worth more than 41% of homes in Calumet City 60409.

How it measures up in Calumet City 60409

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Calumet City 60409.

Estimated value$139,547
CheaperTypical $151,780Pricier

Pricier than 41% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$138
CheaperTypical $131Pricier

Pricier than 56% of homes nearby

Living area1,009 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,240 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 20% of homes nearby

Lot size0.14 ac
SmallerTypical 0.12 acBigger

Bigger than 67% of homes nearby

Year built1961
OlderTypical 1961Newer

Newer than 51% of homes nearby

How 263 Merrill Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeCalumet City 60409Cook County
Estimated valuepricier than$139,54741% of homes7% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$13856% of homes12% of homes
Living areabigger than1,009 ft²20% of homes15% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.14 ac67% of homes43% of homes
Year builtnewer than196151% of homes54% of homes

About 263 Merrill Ave

How much is 263 Merrill Ave, Calumet City, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 263 Merrill Ave, Calumet City, IL is $139,547 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $127,498 to $151,596. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 263 Merrill Ave, Calumet City, IL last sell?

263 Merrill Ave, Calumet City, IL last sold on Jun 25, 2004 for $70,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 263 Merrill Ave, Calumet City, IL?

263 Merrill Ave, Calumet City, IL has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,009 square feet of living space and a 0.14-acre lot.

When was 263 Merrill Ave, Calumet City, IL built?

263 Merrill Ave, Calumet City, IL was built in 1961, making it 65 years old. It is a split level home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 263 Merrill Ave, Calumet City, IL?

263 Merrill Ave, Calumet City, IL is assigned to Caroline Sibley Elementary School (elementary), rated F; School of Fine Arts (middle), rated F; Thornwood High School (high), rated D-. All sit in Dolton School District 149. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 263 Merrill Ave, Calumet City, IL compare to other homes in Calumet City 60409?

Among the 11,067 homes in Calumet City 60409, it is worth more than 41% of them ($139,547 against a typical $151,780), its price per square foot is higher than 56% of them ($138 against a typical $131), it is bigger than 20% of them (1,009 ft² against a typical 1,240 ft²), its lot is bigger than 67% of them (0.14 ac against a typical 0.12 ac) and it is newer than 51% of them (1961 against a typical 1961). Measured against all of Cook County, it is worth more than 7% 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 263 Merrill Ave, Calumet City, IL?

The 2023 property tax bill for 263 Merrill Ave, Calumet City, IL was $6,047. The county assessed it at $13,000.

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