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$549,873$520 / 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 92How 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

281 AVON AVE

NORTHFIELD, IL 60093
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,058 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.
0.21 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1956
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.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$550K
$504K low$596K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,192 (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.$34,655 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$12,600
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$22,055
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$34,655
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$346,550

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.43
36
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
12
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
61
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.
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.7 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.Bungalow
CountyCook
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.21
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, Attached

Transaction History(1)

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
Middlefork SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades KG–3 · 0.4 mi
M
Sunset Ridge SchoolA+
Middle · Grades 4–8 · 0.9 mi
H
New Trier Township High School - WinnetkaA+
High · Grades 10–12 · 2.8 mi

District: Sunset Ridge School District 29

Neighborhood · ZIP 60093These 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.53
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.117
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.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.38%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.3.3%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.7%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.19,121
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,952 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$236,385
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$357,267
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

281 Avon 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 91% of homes in Winnetka 60093
  • Costs more per square foot than 96% of homes in Cook County
  • Smaller than 97% of homes in Winnetka 60093
  • Has a smaller lot than 69% of homes in Winnetka 60093

What homes are worth in Winnetka 60093

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

This home
$325K$5.9M

This home is worth more than 9% of homes in Winnetka 60093.

How it measures up in Winnetka 60093

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Winnetka 60093.

Estimated value$549,873
CheaperTypical $1,667,099Pricier

Pricier than 9% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$520
CheaperTypical $567Pricier

Pricier than 41% of homes nearby

Living area1,058 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,927 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 3% of homes nearby

Lot size0.21 ac
SmallerTypical 0.3 acBigger

Bigger than 31% of homes nearby

Year built1956
OlderTypical 1957Newer

Newer than 50% of homes nearby

How 281 Avon Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWinnetka 60093Cook County
Estimated valuepricier than$549,8739% of homes81% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$52041% of homes96% of homes
Living areabigger than1,058 ft²3% of homes19% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.21 ac31% of homes64% of homes
Year builtnewer than195650% of homes46% of homes

About 281 Avon Ave

How much is 281 Avon Ave, Northfield, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 281 Avon Ave, Northfield, IL is $549,873 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $504,041 to $595,705. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

How big is 281 Avon Ave, Northfield, IL?

281 Avon Ave, Northfield, IL has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,058 square feet of living space and a 0.21-acre lot.

When was 281 Avon Ave, Northfield, IL built?

281 Avon Ave, Northfield, IL was built in 1956, making it 70 years old. It is a bungalow home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 281 Avon Ave, Northfield, IL?

281 Avon Ave, Northfield, IL is assigned to Middlefork School (elementary), rated A+; Sunset Ridge School (middle), rated A+; New Trier Township High School - Winnetka (high), rated A+. All sit in Sunset Ridge School District 29. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 281 Avon Ave, Northfield, IL compare to other homes in Winnetka 60093?

Among the 6,975 homes in Winnetka 60093, it is worth more than 9% of them ($549,873 against a typical $1,667,099), its price per square foot is higher than 41% of them ($520 against a typical $567), it is bigger than 3% of them (1,058 ft² against a typical 2,927 ft²), its lot is bigger than 31% of them (0.21 ac against a typical 0.3 ac) and it is newer than 50% of them (1956 against a typical 1957). Measured against all of Cook County, it is worth more than 81% 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 281 Avon Ave, Northfield, IL?

The 2023 property tax bill for 281 Avon Ave, Northfield, IL was $6,192. The county assessed it at $34,655.

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