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$243,742
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 87How 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 $250,000 on Nov 21, 2025

4838 HOWARD ST

SKOKIE, IL 60077
Building report
2
Beds
0
Baths
0.84 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1974
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.

Valuation

$244K
$212K low$275K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$250,000 · Nov 21, 2025

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$304 (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.$20,407 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$1,805
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$18,602
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$16,827
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$204,070

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
39
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.8 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.Condominium
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Condo/Apartment
CountyCOOK
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.84
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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
Fairview South Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 0.8 mi
H
Niles West High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.2 mi

District: Skokie-Fairview School District 72

Neighborhood · ZIP 60077These 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.83
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.123
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.40

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.29%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.9.1%
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.28,157
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.6,959 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$83,397
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$103,182
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

4838 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 less than 87% of homes in Skokie 60077
  • Has a bigger lot than 87% of homes in Cook County
  • Newer than 71% of homes in Cook County

What homes are worth in Skokie 60077

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

This home
$165K$755K

This home is worth more than 13% of homes in Skokie 60077.

How it measures up in Skokie 60077

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Skokie 60077.

Estimated value$243,742
CheaperTypical $391,325Pricier

Pricier than 13% of homes nearby

Lot size0.84 ac
SmallerTypical 0.14 acBigger

Bigger than 72% of homes nearby

Year built1974
OlderTypical 1961Newer

Newer than 67% of homes nearby

How 4838 Howard St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSkokie 60077Cook County
Estimated valuepricier than$243,74213% of homes28% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.84 ac72% of homes87% of homes
Year builtnewer than197467% of homes71% of homes

About 4838 Howard St

How much is 4838 Howard St, Skokie, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 4838 Howard St, Skokie, IL is $243,742 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $212,403 to $275,081. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 4838 Howard St, Skokie, IL last sell?

4838 Howard St, Skokie, IL last sold on Nov 21, 2025 for $250,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 4838 Howard St, Skokie, IL?

4838 Howard St, Skokie, IL has 2 bedrooms and a 0.84-acre lot.

When was 4838 Howard St, Skokie, IL built?

4838 Howard St, Skokie, IL was built in 1974, making it 52 years old. It is a condo/apartment home.

What schools serve 4838 Howard St, Skokie, IL?

4838 Howard St, Skokie, IL is assigned to Fairview South Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; Niles West High School (high), rated B. All sit in Skokie-Fairview School District 72. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 4838 Howard St, Skokie, IL compare to other homes in Skokie 60077?

Among the 10,354 homes in Skokie 60077, it is worth more than 13% of them ($243,742 against a typical $391,325), its lot is bigger than 72% of them (0.84 ac against a typical 0.14 ac) and it is newer than 67% of them (1974 against a typical 1961). Measured against all of Cook County, it is worth more than 28% 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 4838 Howard St, Skokie, IL?

The 2023 property tax bill for 4838 Howard St, Skokie, IL was $304. The county assessed it at $20,407.

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