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$842,169$411 / 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 93How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $675,000 on Nov 2, 2023

4212 FOREST AVE

WESTERN SPRINGS, IL 60558
4
Beds
2 / 2
Baths
2,048 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.
1938
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.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$842K
$784K low$900K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$675,000 · Nov 2, 2023

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$13,788 (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.$68,000 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$8,250
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$59,750
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$68,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$680,000

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.36
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.
69
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
65
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.

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.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
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
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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
John Laidlaw Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.1 mi
M
McClure Jr High SchoolA+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.5 mi
H
Lyons Township High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.4 mi

District: Western Springs School District 101

Neighborhood · ZIP 60558These 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.14
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.126
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.52

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.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.46%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.2.8%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.8%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.12,826
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.4,014 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$191,709
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$240,772
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

4212 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.

  • Worth more than 92% of homes in Cook County
  • Costs more per square foot than 91% of homes in Cook County
  • Bigger than 72% of homes in Cook County
  • Has a smaller lot than 69% of homes in Western Springs 60558
  • Older than 80% of homes in Western Springs 60558

What homes are worth in Western Springs 60558

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

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$372K$2.1M

This home is worth more than 49% of homes in Western Springs 60558.

How it measures up in Western Springs 60558

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Western Springs 60558.

Estimated value$842,169
CheaperTypical $853,074Pricier

Pricier than 49% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$411
CheaperTypical $394Pricier

Pricier than 60% of homes nearby

Living area2,048 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,268 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 42% of homes nearby

Lot size0.17 ac
SmallerTypical 0.2 acBigger

Bigger than 31% of homes nearby

Year built1938
OlderTypical 1960Newer

Newer than 20% of homes nearby

How 4212 Forest Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWestern Springs 60558Cook County
Estimated valuepricier than$842,16949% of homes92% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$41160% of homes91% of homes
Living areabigger than2,048 ft²42% of homes72% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.17 ac31% of homes55% of homes
Year builtnewer than193820% of homes28% of homes

About 4212 Forest Ave

How much is 4212 Forest Ave, Western Springs, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 4212 Forest Ave, Western Springs, IL is $842,169 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $783,927 to $900,411. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 4212 Forest Ave, Western Springs, IL last sell?

4212 Forest Ave, Western Springs, IL last sold on Nov 2, 2023 for $675,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 4212 Forest Ave, Western Springs, IL?

4212 Forest Ave, Western Springs, IL has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2,048 square feet of living space and a 0.17-acre lot.

When was 4212 Forest Ave, Western Springs, IL built?

4212 Forest Ave, Western Springs, IL was built in 1938, making it 88 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 4212 Forest Ave, Western Springs, IL?

4212 Forest Ave, Western Springs, IL is assigned to John Laidlaw Elementary School (elementary), rated A; McClure Jr High School (middle), rated A+; Lyons Township High School (high), rated A. All sit in Western Springs School District 101. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 4212 Forest Ave, Western Springs, IL compare to other homes in Western Springs 60558?

Among the 4,945 homes in Western Springs 60558, it is worth more than 49% of them ($842,169 against a typical $853,074), its price per square foot is higher than 60% of them ($411 against a typical $394), it is bigger than 42% of them (2,048 ft² against a typical 2,268 ft²), its lot is bigger than 31% of them (0.17 ac against a typical 0.2 ac) and it is newer than 20% of them (1938 against a typical 1960). Measured against all of Cook County, it is worth more than 92% 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 4212 Forest Ave, Western Springs, IL?

The 2023 property tax bill for 4212 Forest Ave, Western Springs, IL was $13,788. The county assessed it at $68,000.

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