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$353,696$307 / 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 94How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $255,000 on Oct 5, 2020

3542 FOREST AVE

BROOKFIELD, IL 60513
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,151 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.
1963
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
7
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

$354K
$334K low$373K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$255,000 · Oct 5, 2020

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,999 (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.$14,000 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$2,344
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$11,656
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$14,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$140,000

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.47
35
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
17
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.
45
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.17 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.1 percent flood zone

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.0.07
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.Yes
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(5)

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.

M
S E Gross Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.4 mi
H
Riverside Brookfield High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.7 mi
E
Brook Park Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.0 mi

District: Riverside Brookfield Township School District 208

Neighborhood · ZIP 60513These 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.57
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.124
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.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.28%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.4.5%
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.19,309
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.6,230 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$96,451
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$126,303
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

3542 Forest 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.

  • Costs more per square foot than 71% of homes in Cook County
  • Smaller than 73% of homes in Cook County
  • Has a smaller lot than 94% of homes in Brookfield 60513
  • Newer than 82% of homes in Brookfield 60513

What homes are worth in Brookfield 60513

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

This home
$231K$634K

This home is worth more than 44% of homes in Brookfield 60513.

How it measures up in Brookfield 60513

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Brookfield 60513.

Estimated value$353,696
CheaperTypical $362,641Pricier

Pricier than 44% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$307
CheaperTypical $288Pricier

Pricier than 61% of homes nearby

Living area1,151 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,267 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 38% of homes nearby

Lot size3,125 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.11 acBigger

Bigger than 6% of homes nearby

Year built1963
OlderTypical 1949Newer

Newer than 82% of homes nearby

How 3542 Forest Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBrookfield 60513Cook County
Estimated valuepricier than$353,69644% of homes54% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$30761% of homes71% of homes
Living areabigger than1,151 ft²38% of homes27% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3,125 ft²6% of homes9% of homes
Year builtnewer than196382% of homes57% of homes

About 3542 Forest Ave

How much is 3542 Forest Ave, Brookfield, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 3542 Forest Ave, Brookfield, IL is $353,696 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $334,090 to $373,302. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 3542 Forest Ave, Brookfield, IL last sell?

3542 Forest Ave, Brookfield, IL last sold on Oct 5, 2020 for $255,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 3542 Forest Ave, Brookfield, IL?

3542 Forest Ave, Brookfield, IL has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,151 square feet of living space and a 0.07-acre lot.

When was 3542 Forest Ave, Brookfield, IL built?

3542 Forest Ave, Brookfield, IL was built in 1963, making it 63 years old. It is a split level home.

What schools serve 3542 Forest Ave, Brookfield, IL?

3542 Forest Ave, Brookfield, IL is assigned to S E Gross Middle School (middle), rated B; Riverside Brookfield High School (high), rated A+; Brook Park Elementary School (elementary), rated B+. All sit in Riverside Brookfield Township School District 208. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 3542 Forest Ave, Brookfield, IL compare to other homes in Brookfield 60513?

Among the 7,229 homes in Brookfield 60513, it is worth more than 44% of them ($353,696 against a typical $362,641), its price per square foot is higher than 61% of them ($307 against a typical $288), it is bigger than 38% of them (1,151 ft² against a typical 1,267 ft²), its lot is bigger than 6% of them (3,125 ft² against a typical 0.11 ac) and it is newer than 82% of them (1963 against a typical 1949). Measured against all of Cook County, it is worth more than 54% 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 3542 Forest Ave, Brookfield, IL?

The 2023 property tax bill for 3542 Forest Ave, Brookfield, IL was $4,999. The county assessed it at $14,000.

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