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$637,545$180 / 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

451 SHADOW CREEK DR

PALOS HEIGHTS, IL 60463
5
Beds
4.5
Baths
3,547 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.
0.29 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1999
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
10
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

$638K
$591K low$684K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$15,748 (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.$55,337 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$9,723
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$45,614
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$55,337
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$553,370

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.38
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.
72
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
77
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
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.2000
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.29
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.

H
Alan B. Shepard High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.3 mi
M
Independence Jr High SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.6 mi
E
Chippewa Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades 1–3 · 1.1 mi

District: Palos Heights School District 128

Neighborhood · ZIP 60463These 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.61
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.104
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.50

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.27%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.5.5%
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.14,154
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,399 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$110,295
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$130,130
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

451 Shadow Creek Dr 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 96% of homes in Palos Heights 60463
  • Costs less per square foot than 77% of homes in Cook County
  • Bigger than 94% of homes in Palos Heights 60463
  • Has a bigger lot than 73% of homes in Cook County
  • Newer than 88% of homes in Cook County

What homes are worth in Palos Heights 60463

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

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$244K$701K

This home is worth more than 96% of homes in Palos Heights 60463.

How it measures up in Palos Heights 60463

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Palos Heights 60463.

Estimated value$637,545
CheaperTypical $382,839Pricier

Pricier than 96% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$180
CheaperTypical $202Pricier

Pricier than 28% of homes nearby

Living area3,547 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,862 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 94% of homes nearby

Lot size0.29 ac
SmallerTypical 0.33 acBigger

Bigger than 41% of homes nearby

Year built1999
OlderTypical 1972Newer

Newer than 84% of homes nearby

How 451 Shadow Creek Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePalos Heights 60463Cook County
Estimated valuepricier than$637,54596% of homes86% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$18028% of homes23% of homes
Living areabigger than3,547 ft²94% of homes93% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.29 ac41% of homes73% of homes
Year builtnewer than199984% of homes88% of homes

About 451 Shadow Creek Dr

How much is 451 Shadow Creek Dr, Palos Heights, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 451 Shadow Creek Dr, Palos Heights, IL is $637,545 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $591,402 to $683,688. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 451 Shadow Creek Dr, Palos Heights, IL last sell?

451 Shadow Creek Dr, Palos Heights, IL last sold on Jan 25, 2022, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 451 Shadow Creek Dr, Palos Heights, IL?

451 Shadow Creek Dr, Palos Heights, IL has 5 bedrooms, 4.5 bathrooms, 3,547 square feet of living space and a 0.29-acre lot.

When was 451 Shadow Creek Dr, Palos Heights, IL built?

451 Shadow Creek Dr, Palos Heights, IL was built in 1999, making it 27 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 451 Shadow Creek Dr, Palos Heights, IL?

451 Shadow Creek Dr, Palos Heights, IL is assigned to Alan B. Shepard High School (high), rated C-; Independence Jr High School (middle), rated A; Chippewa Elementary School (elementary), rated A. All sit in Palos Heights School District 128. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 451 Shadow Creek Dr, Palos Heights, IL compare to other homes in Palos Heights 60463?

Among the 5,842 homes in Palos Heights 60463, it is worth more than 96% of them ($637,545 against a typical $382,839), its price per square foot is higher than 28% of them ($180 against a typical $202), it is bigger than 94% of them (3,547 ft² against a typical 1,862 ft²), its lot is bigger than 41% of them (0.29 ac against a typical 0.33 ac) and it is newer than 84% of them (1999 against a typical 1972). Measured against all of Cook County, it is worth more than 86% 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 451 Shadow Creek Dr, Palos Heights, IL?

The 2023 property tax bill for 451 Shadow Creek Dr, Palos Heights, IL was $15,748. The county assessed it at $55,337.

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