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$265,293$262 / 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 86How 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

4245 FOREST AVE

BROOKFIELD, IL 60513
2
Beds
1
Baths
1,013 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.
3,150 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1948
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
4
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

$265K
$229K low$302K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,015 (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.$11,500 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$2,284
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$9,216
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$11,500
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$115,000

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.37
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.
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.

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.0.07
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.Roll Tar & Gravel
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(4)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Foreclosure Filings(6)

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Lincoln Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.1 mi
M
Washington Middle SchoolD
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.1 mi
H
Lyons Township High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.0 mi

District: Lyons School District 103

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

4245 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 less than 95% of homes in Brookfield 60513
  • Costs less per square foot than 69% of homes in Brookfield 60513
  • Smaller than 85% of homes in Cook County
  • Has a smaller lot than 86% of homes in Cook County
  • Older than 67% of homes in Cook County

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
$235K$612K

This home is worth more than 5% 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$265,293
CheaperTypical $365,388Pricier

Pricier than 5% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$262
CheaperTypical $288Pricier

Pricier than 31% of homes nearby

Living area1,013 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,267 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 22% of homes nearby

Lot size3,150 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.11 acBigger

Bigger than 23% of homes nearby

Year built1948
OlderTypical 1949Newer

Newer than 49% of homes nearby

How 4245 Forest Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBrookfield 60513Cook County
Estimated valuepricier than$265,2935% of homes33% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$26231% of homes55% of homes
Living areabigger than1,013 ft²22% of homes15% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3,150 ft²23% of homes14% of homes
Year builtnewer than194849% of homes33% of homes

About 4245 Forest Ave

How much is 4245 Forest Ave, Brookfield, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 4245 Forest Ave, Brookfield, IL is $265,293 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $228,971 to $301,615. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 4245 Forest Ave, Brookfield, IL last sell?

4245 Forest Ave, Brookfield, IL last sold on Jun 7, 2013, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 4245 Forest Ave, Brookfield, IL?

4245 Forest Ave, Brookfield, IL has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,013 square feet of living space and a 0.07-acre lot.

When was 4245 Forest Ave, Brookfield, IL built?

4245 Forest Ave, Brookfield, IL was built in 1948, making it 78 years old. It is a bungalow home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 4245 Forest Ave, Brookfield, IL?

4245 Forest Ave, Brookfield, IL is assigned to Lincoln Elementary School (elementary), rated C-; Washington Middle School (middle), rated D; Lyons Township High School (high), rated A. All sit in Lyons School District 103. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 4245 Forest Ave, Brookfield, IL compare to other homes in Brookfield 60513?

Among the 7,301 homes in Brookfield 60513, it is worth more than 5% of them ($265,293 against a typical $365,388), its price per square foot is higher than 31% of them ($262 against a typical $288), it is bigger than 22% of them (1,013 ft² against a typical 1,267 ft²), its lot is bigger than 23% of them (3,150 ft² against a typical 0.11 ac) and it is newer than 49% of them (1948 against a typical 1949). Measured against all of Cook County, it is worth more than 33% 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 4245 Forest Ave, Brookfield, IL?

The 2023 property tax bill for 4245 Forest Ave, Brookfield, IL was $3,015. The county assessed it at $11,500.

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