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$1,592,399$375 / 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 94How 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
Last sold for $1,525,000 on Feb 20, 2026

4609 HOWARD AVE

WESTERN SPRINGS, IL 60558
5
Beds
6.5
Baths
4,248 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.
0.25 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

$1.6M
$1.5M low$1.7M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$1,525,000 · Feb 20, 2026

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$25,681 (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.$118,854 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$10,700
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$108,154
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$118,854
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$1,188,540

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
CountyCOOK
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.25
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(5)

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
Field Park Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.4 mi
M
McClure Jr High SchoolA+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.5 mi
H
Lyons Township High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.8 mi

District: Western Springs School District 101

Neighborhood · ZIP 60558These 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.14
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.126
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.52

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.46%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.2.8%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.8%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.12,826
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.4,014 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$191,709
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$240,772
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

4609 Howard 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 more than 98% of homes in Cook County
  • Costs more per square foot than 86% of homes in Cook County
  • Bigger than 95% of homes in Cook County
  • Has a bigger lot than 73% of homes in Western Springs 60558
  • Newer than 89% of homes in Cook County

What homes are worth in Western Springs 60558

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

This home
$360K$2.1M

This home is worth more than 91% of homes in Western Springs 60558.

How it measures up in Western Springs 60558

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Western Springs 60558.

Estimated value$1,592,399
CheaperTypical $836,639Pricier

Pricier than 91% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$375
CheaperTypical $388Pricier

Pricier than 40% of homes nearby

Living area4,248 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,272 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 92% of homes nearby

Lot size0.25 ac
SmallerTypical 0.2 acBigger

Bigger than 73% of homes nearby

Year built1999
OlderTypical 1960Newer

Newer than 78% of homes nearby

How 4609 Howard Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWestern Springs 60558Cook County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,592,39991% of homes98% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$37540% of homes86% of homes
Living areabigger than4,248 ft²92% of homes95% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.25 ac73% of homes70% of homes
Year builtnewer than199978% of homes89% of homes

About 4609 Howard Ave

How much is 4609 Howard Ave, Western Springs, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 4609 Howard Ave, Western Springs, IL is $1,592,399 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $1,499,840 to $1,684,958. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 4609 Howard Ave, Western Springs, IL last sell?

4609 Howard Ave, Western Springs, IL last sold on Feb 20, 2026 for $1,525,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 4609 Howard Ave, Western Springs, IL?

4609 Howard Ave, Western Springs, IL has 5 bedrooms, 6.5 bathrooms, 4,248 square feet of living space and a 0.25-acre lot.

When was 4609 Howard Ave, Western Springs, IL built?

4609 Howard Ave, Western Springs, IL was built in 1999, making it 27 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 4609 Howard Ave, Western Springs, IL?

4609 Howard Ave, Western Springs, IL is assigned to Field Park Elementary School (elementary), rated A+; McClure Jr High School (middle), rated A+; Lyons Township High School (high), rated A. All sit in Western Springs School District 101. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 4609 Howard Ave, Western Springs, IL compare to other homes in Western Springs 60558?

Among the 4,945 homes in Western Springs 60558, it is worth more than 91% of them ($1,592,399 against a typical $836,639), its price per square foot is higher than 40% of them ($375 against a typical $388), it is bigger than 92% of them (4,248 ft² against a typical 2,272 ft²), its lot is bigger than 73% of them (0.25 ac against a typical 0.2 ac) and it is newer than 78% of them (1999 against a typical 1960). Measured against all of Cook County, it is worth more than 98% 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 4609 Howard Ave, Western Springs, IL?

The 2023 property tax bill for 4609 Howard Ave, Western Springs, IL was $25,681. The county assessed it at $118,854.

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