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$798,963$344 / 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 84How 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

3949 FOSTER ST

EVANSTON, IL 60203
4
Beds
3 / 1
Baths
2,322 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.
0.17 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1949
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
9
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

$799K
$675K low$923K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$13,328 (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.$62,000 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$12,791
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$49,209
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$61,999
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$620,000

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.34
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.
67
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.

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
CountyCook
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.17
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.

E
Walker Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.6 mi
H
Evanston Township High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.5 mi
M
Chute Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.6 mi

District: Evanston Community Consolidated School District 65

Neighborhood · ZIP 60203These 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.115
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.97%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.34%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.3.5%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.5%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.4,233
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.6,459 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$144,669
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$173,318
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

3949 Foster St 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 more than 91% of homes in Cook County
  • Costs more per square foot than 80% of homes in Cook County
  • Bigger than 79% of homes in Cook County
  • Older than 74% of homes in Evanston 60203

What homes are worth in Evanston 60203

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

This home
$296K$1.3M

This home is worth more than 77% of homes in Evanston 60203.

How it measures up in Evanston 60203

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Evanston 60203.

Estimated value$798,963
CheaperTypical $591,559Pricier

Pricier than 77% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$344
CheaperTypical $347Pricier

Pricier than 47% of homes nearby

Living area2,322 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,856 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 69% of homes nearby

Lot size0.17 ac
SmallerTypical 0.17 acBigger

Bigger than 48% of homes nearby

Year built1949
OlderTypical 1955Newer

Newer than 26% of homes nearby

How 3949 Foster St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeEvanston 60203Cook County
Estimated valuepricier than$798,96377% of homes91% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$34447% of homes80% of homes
Living areabigger than2,322 ft²69% of homes79% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.17 ac48% of homes55% of homes
Year builtnewer than194926% of homes34% of homes

About 3949 Foster St

How much is 3949 Foster St, Evanston, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 3949 Foster St, Evanston, IL is $798,963 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $675,047 to $922,879. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

How big is 3949 Foster St, Evanston, IL?

3949 Foster St, Evanston, IL has 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2,322 square feet of living space and a 0.17-acre lot.

When was 3949 Foster St, Evanston, IL built?

3949 Foster St, Evanston, IL was built in 1949, making it 77 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 3949 Foster St, Evanston, IL?

3949 Foster St, Evanston, IL is assigned to Walker Elementary School (elementary), rated B+; Evanston Township High School (high), rated B+; Chute Middle School (middle), rated A-. All sit in Evanston Community Consolidated School District 65. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 3949 Foster St, Evanston, IL compare to other homes in Evanston 60203?

Among the 1,820 homes in Evanston 60203, it is worth more than 77% of them ($798,963 against a typical $591,559), its price per square foot is higher than 47% of them ($344 against a typical $347), it is bigger than 69% of them (2,322 ft² against a typical 1,856 ft²), its lot is bigger than 48% of them (0.17 ac against a typical 0.17 ac) and it is newer than 26% of them (1949 against a typical 1955). Measured against all of Cook County, it is worth more than 91% 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 3949 Foster St, Evanston, IL?

The 2023 property tax bill for 3949 Foster St, Evanston, IL was $13,328. The county assessed it at $62,000.

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