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$254,397$247 / 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 Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $123,000 on Dec 27, 1995

4542 S ROCKWELL ST

CHICAGO, IL 60632
3
Beds
2 / 1
Baths
1,032 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.
1908
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
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

$254K
$236K low$273K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$123,000 · Dec 27, 1995

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,646 (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.$21,001 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$3,938
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$17,063
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$11,076
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$210,010

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.
67
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.Frame (Unspecified)
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.None
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Detached

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

M
Shields Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 0.3 mi
E
Shields Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 0.4 mi
H
Kelly High SchoolF
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.6 mi

District: Chicago Public School District 299

Neighborhood · ZIP 60632These 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.62
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.111
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.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.9.8%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.14%
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.88,196
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.12,571 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$57,567
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$73,212
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%

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

4542 S Rockwell 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 less than 71% of homes in Chicago 60632
  • Smaller than 83% of homes in Cook County
  • Has a smaller lot than 85% of homes in Cook County
  • Older than 90% of homes in Cook County

What homes are worth in Chicago 60632

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

This home
$157K$496K

This home is worth more than 29% of homes in Chicago 60632.

How it measures up in Chicago 60632

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Chicago 60632.

Estimated value$254,397
CheaperTypical $293,668Pricier

Pricier than 29% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$247
CheaperTypical $268Pricier

Pricier than 37% of homes nearby

Living area1,032 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,341 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 24% of homes nearby

Lot size3,150 ft²
SmallerTypical 3,746 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 37% of homes nearby

Year built1908
OlderTypical 1925Newer

Newer than 17% of homes nearby

How 4542 S Rockwell St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBrighton ParkChicago 60632Cook County
Estimated valuepricier than$254,39735% of homes29% of homes30% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$24737% of homes37% of homes49% of homes
Living areabigger than1,032 ft²19% of homes24% of homes17% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3,150 ft²54% of homes37% of homes15% of homes
Year builtnewer than190827% of homes17% of homes10% of homes

About 4542 S Rockwell St

How much is 4542 S Rockwell St, Chicago, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 4542 S Rockwell St, Chicago, IL is $254,397 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $235,955 to $272,839. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 4542 S Rockwell St, Chicago, IL last sell?

4542 S Rockwell St, Chicago, IL last sold on Dec 27, 1995 for $123,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 4542 S Rockwell St, Chicago, IL?

4542 S Rockwell St, Chicago, IL has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,032 square feet of living space and a 0.07-acre lot.

When was 4542 S Rockwell St, Chicago, IL built?

4542 S Rockwell St, Chicago, IL was built in 1908, making it 118 years old. It is a bungalow home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 4542 S Rockwell St, Chicago, IL?

4542 S Rockwell St, Chicago, IL is assigned to Shields Middle School (middle), rated C; Shields Elementary School (elementary), rated C-; Kelly 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 4542 S Rockwell St, Chicago, IL compare to other homes in Chicago 60632?

Among the 16,016 homes in Chicago 60632, it is worth more than 29% of them ($254,397 against a typical $293,668), its price per square foot is higher than 37% of them ($247 against a typical $268), it is bigger than 24% of them (1,032 ft² against a typical 1,341 ft²), its lot is bigger than 37% of them (3,150 ft² against a typical 3,746 ft²) and it is newer than 17% of them (1908 against a typical 1925). Measured against all of Cook County, it is worth more than 30% 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 S Rockwell St, Chicago, IL?

The 2023 property tax bill for 4542 S Rockwell St, Chicago, IL was $1,646. The county assessed it at $21,001.

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