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$725,576$228 / 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 $505,000 on Jul 5, 2016

3543 FOREST AVE

BROOKFIELD, IL 60513
4
Beds
3 / 1
Baths
3,182 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.
1955
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
8
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
3
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$726K
$686K low$766K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$505,000 · Jul 5, 2016
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$350,576
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$280,461
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.49%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$375,000
UNITED WHOLESALE MORTGAGE · 2.87% · recorded Sep 30, 2020

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$18,455 (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.$55,000 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$6,750
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$48,250
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$55,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$550,000

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.59
97
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.87 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.51%
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.0.21
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.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
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, 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.

M
S E Gross Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.5 mi
H
Riverside Brookfield High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.6 mi
E
Brook Park Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.1 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%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

3543 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.

  • Among the most valuable homes in Brookfield 60513
  • Costs less per square foot than 89% of homes in Brookfield 60513
  • Bigger than 95% of homes in Brookfield 60513
  • Has a bigger lot than 92% of homes in Brookfield 60513
  • Newer than 72% 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.

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$229K$650K

This home is worth more than almost all 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$725,576
CheaperTypical $362,717Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Price per ft²$228
CheaperTypical $288Pricier

Pricier than 11% of homes nearby

Living area3,182 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,267 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 95% of homes nearby

Lot size0.21 ac
SmallerTypical 0.11 acBigger

Bigger than 92% of homes nearby

Year built1955
OlderTypical 1949Newer

Newer than 72% of homes nearby

How 3543 Forest Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBrookfield 60513Cook County
Estimated valuepricier than$725,576almost all homes89% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$22811% of homes40% of homes
Living areabigger than3,182 ft²95% of homes91% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.21 ac92% of homes65% of homes
Year builtnewer than195572% of homes44% of homes

About 3543 Forest Ave

How much is 3543 Forest Ave, Brookfield, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 3543 Forest Ave, Brookfield, IL is $725,576 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $685,606 to $765,546. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 3543 Forest Ave, Brookfield, IL last sell?

3543 Forest Ave, Brookfield, IL last sold on Jul 5, 2016 for $505,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 3543 Forest Ave, Brookfield, IL?

3543 Forest Ave, Brookfield, IL has 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 3,182 square feet of living space and a 0.21-acre lot.

When was 3543 Forest Ave, Brookfield, IL built?

3543 Forest Ave, Brookfield, IL was built in 1955, making it 71 years old. It is a split level home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 3543 Forest Ave, Brookfield, IL?

3543 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 3543 Forest Ave, Brookfield, IL compare to other homes in Brookfield 60513?

Among the 7,221 homes in Brookfield 60513, it is worth more than almost all of them ($725,576 against a typical $362,717), its price per square foot is higher than 11% of them ($228 against a typical $288), it is bigger than 95% of them (3,182 ft² against a typical 1,267 ft²), its lot is bigger than 92% of them (0.21 ac against a typical 0.11 ac) and it is newer than 72% of them (1955 against a typical 1949). Measured against all of Cook County, it is worth more than 89% 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 3543 Forest Ave, Brookfield, IL?

The 2023 property tax bill for 3543 Forest Ave, Brookfield, IL was $18,455. The county assessed it at $55,000.

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