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$505,988$334 / 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 90How 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 $385,000 on Apr 27, 2016

4542 HOWARD ST

SKOKIE, IL 60076
4
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,516 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.
2,500 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1966
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$506K
$456K low$556K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$385,000 · Apr 27, 2016

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,580 (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.$25,600 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$4,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$21,600
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$22,662
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$256,000

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.42
37
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.
65
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.
40
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.7 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%

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.Split Level
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.1967
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.06
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.Electric
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.No Garage
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(7)

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(1)

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

E
East Prairie Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 0.7 mi
H
Niles North High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.9 mi

District: Niles Township Community High School District 219

Neighborhood · ZIP 60076These 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.26
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.120
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.39

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.33%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.5%
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.33,302
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.6,243 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$102,092
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$126,855
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

4542 Howard 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 77% of homes in Cook County
  • Costs more per square foot than 78% of homes in Cook County
  • Has a smaller lot than 96% of homes in Cook County
  • Newer than 87% of homes in Skokie 60076

What homes are worth in Skokie 60076

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

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$200K$1M

This home is worth more than 69% of homes in Skokie 60076.

How it measures up in Skokie 60076

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Skokie 60076.

Estimated value$505,988
CheaperTypical $449,217Pricier

Pricier than 69% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$334
CheaperTypical $321Pricier

Pricier than 60% of homes nearby

Living area1,516 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,421 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 59% of homes nearby

Lot size2,500 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.12 acBigger

Bigger than 5% of homes nearby

Year built1966
OlderTypical 1956Newer

Newer than 87% of homes nearby

How 4542 Howard St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSkokie 60076Cook County
Estimated valuepricier than$505,98869% of homes77% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$33460% of homes78% of homes
Living areabigger than1,516 ft²59% of homes53% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2,500 ft²5% of homes4% of homes
Year builtnewer than196687% of homes61% of homes

About 4542 Howard St

How much is 4542 Howard St, Skokie, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 4542 Howard St, Skokie, IL is $505,988 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $455,721 to $556,255. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 4542 Howard St, Skokie, IL last sell?

4542 Howard St, Skokie, IL last sold on Apr 27, 2016 for $385,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 5 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 4542 Howard St, Skokie, IL?

4542 Howard St, Skokie, IL has 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 1,516 square feet of living space and a 0.06-acre lot.

When was 4542 Howard St, Skokie, IL built?

4542 Howard St, Skokie, IL was built in 1966, making it 60 years old. It is a split level home.

What schools serve 4542 Howard St, Skokie, IL?

4542 Howard St, Skokie, IL is assigned to East Prairie Elementary School (elementary), rated A+; Niles North High School (high), rated B. All sit in Niles Township Community High School District 219. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 4542 Howard St, Skokie, IL compare to other homes in Skokie 60076?

Among the 11,760 homes in Skokie 60076, it is worth more than 69% of them ($505,988 against a typical $449,217), its price per square foot is higher than 60% of them ($334 against a typical $321), it is bigger than 59% of them (1,516 ft² against a typical 1,421 ft²), its lot is bigger than 5% of them (2,500 ft² against a typical 0.12 ac) and it is newer than 87% of them (1966 against a typical 1956). Measured against all of Cook County, it is worth more than 77% 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 4542 Howard St, Skokie, IL?

The 2023 property tax bill for 4542 Howard St, Skokie, IL was $6,580. The county assessed it at $25,600.

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