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$490,137$395 / 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 95How 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
Last sold for $311,000 on Dec 18, 2017

427 W ROOT ST

CHICAGO, IL 60609
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,240 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.
3,098 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2006
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
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

$490K
$466K low$514K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$311,000 · Dec 18, 2017

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,325 (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.$37,000 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$2,478
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$34,522
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$33,292
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$370,000

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.
71
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
69
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
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.Masonry/Concrete Masonry Units (Cmus)
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
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Detached

Transaction History(2)

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
Hendricks Elementary Community AcademyD
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 0.3 mi
H
Tilden Career Community Academy High SchoolF
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.8 mi

District: Chicago Public School District 299

Neighborhood · ZIP 60609These 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.128
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.110
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.41

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.89%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.12%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.25%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.6%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.68,598
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.8,768 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$51,563
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$70,966
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

427 W Root 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 92% of homes in New City
  • Costs more per square foot than 98% of homes in New City
  • Smaller than 71% of homes in Chicago 60609
  • Has a smaller lot than 90% of homes in Cook County
  • Newer than 97% of homes in New City

What homes are worth in Chicago 60609

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

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$80K$838K

This home is worth more than 81% of homes in Chicago 60609.

How it measures up in Chicago 60609

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Chicago 60609.

Estimated value$490,137
CheaperTypical $264,409Pricier

Pricier than 81% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$395
CheaperTypical $233Pricier

Pricier than 92% of homes nearby

Living area1,240 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,760 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 29% of homes nearby

Lot size3,098 ft²
SmallerTypical 3,093 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 51% of homes nearby

Year built2006
OlderTypical 1903Newer

Newer than 93% of homes nearby

How 427 W Root St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNew CityChicago 60609Cook County
Estimated valuepricier than$490,13792% of homes81% of homes75% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$39598% of homes92% of homes89% of homes
Living areabigger than1,240 ft²30% of homes29% of homes36% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3,098 ft²49% of homes51% of homes10% of homes
Year builtnewer than200697% of homes93% of homes95% of homes

About 427 W Root St

How much is 427 W Root St, Chicago, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 427 W Root St, Chicago, IL is $490,137 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $466,449 to $513,825. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 427 W Root St, Chicago, IL last sell?

427 W Root St, Chicago, IL last sold on Dec 18, 2017 for $311,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 427 W Root St, Chicago, IL?

427 W Root St, Chicago, IL has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,240 square feet of living space and a 0.07-acre lot.

When was 427 W Root St, Chicago, IL built?

427 W Root St, Chicago, IL was built in 2006, making it 20 years old. It is a bungalow home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 427 W Root St, Chicago, IL?

427 W Root St, Chicago, IL is assigned to Hendricks Elementary Community Academy (elementary), rated D; Tilden Career Community Academy High School (high), rated F. All sit in Chicago Public School District 299. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 427 W Root St, Chicago, IL compare to other homes in Chicago 60609?

Among the 12,198 homes in Chicago 60609, it is worth more than 81% of them ($490,137 against a typical $264,409), its price per square foot is higher than 92% of them ($395 against a typical $233), it is bigger than 29% of them (1,240 ft² against a typical 1,760 ft²), its lot is bigger than 51% of them (3,098 ft² against a typical 3,093 ft²) and it is newer than 93% of them (2006 against a typical 1903). Measured against all of Cook County, it is worth more than 75% 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 427 W Root St, Chicago, IL?

The 2023 property tax bill for 427 W Root St, Chicago, IL was $6,325. The county assessed it at $37,000.

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