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$470,154$279 / 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 95How 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

5128 N RUTHERFORD AVE

CHICAGO, IL 60656
4
Beds
2
Baths
1,686 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.
3,720 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1939
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
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

$470K
$448K low$492K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,919 (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.$40,000 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$9,300
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$30,700
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$34,003
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$400,000

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.34
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.
66
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
66
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.0.09
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Masonry/Concrete Masonry Units (Cmus)
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

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.

E
Garvy Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 0.1 mi
H
Taft High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.7 mi

District: Chicago Public School District 299

Neighborhood · ZIP 60656These 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.64
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.129
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.49

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.25%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.3%
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.21,354
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.8,394 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$92,617
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$119,874
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

5128 N Rutherford 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 78% of homes in Chicago 60656
  • Costs less per square foot than 84% of homes in Chicago 60656
  • Bigger than 75% of homes in Chicago 60656
  • Has a smaller lot than 81% of homes in Cook County
  • Older than 94% of homes in Chicago 60656

What homes are worth in Chicago 60656

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

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$134K$690K

This home is worth more than 78% of homes in Chicago 60656.

How it measures up in Chicago 60656

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Chicago 60656.

Estimated value$470,154
CheaperTypical $402,773Pricier

Pricier than 78% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$279
CheaperTypical $338Pricier

Pricier than 16% of homes nearby

Living area1,686 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,296 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 75% of homes nearby

Lot size3,720 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.12 acBigger

Bigger than 20% of homes nearby

Year built1939
OlderTypical 1960Newer

Newer than 6% of homes nearby

How 5128 N Rutherford Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNorwood ParkChicago 60656Cook County
Estimated valuepricier than$470,15470% of homes78% of homes74% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$27920% of homes16% of homes61% of homes
Living areabigger than1,686 ft²70% of homes75% of homes60% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3,720 ft²20% of homes20% of homes19% of homes
Year builtnewer than193920% of homes6% of homes28% of homes

About 5128 N Rutherford Ave

How much is 5128 N Rutherford Ave, Chicago, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5128 N Rutherford Ave, Chicago, IL is $470,154 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $448,282 to $492,026. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

How big is 5128 N Rutherford Ave, Chicago, IL?

5128 N Rutherford Ave, Chicago, IL has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,686 square feet of living space and a 0.09-acre lot.

When was 5128 N Rutherford Ave, Chicago, IL built?

5128 N Rutherford Ave, Chicago, IL was built in 1939, making it 87 years old. It is a bungalow home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 5128 N Rutherford Ave, Chicago, IL?

5128 N Rutherford Ave, Chicago, IL is assigned to Garvy Elementary School (elementary), rated B; Taft High School (high), rated A-. All sit in Chicago Public School District 299. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5128 N Rutherford Ave, Chicago, IL compare to other homes in Chicago 60656?

Among the 9,526 homes in Chicago 60656, it is worth more than 78% of them ($470,154 against a typical $402,773), its price per square foot is higher than 16% of them ($279 against a typical $338), it is bigger than 75% of them (1,686 ft² against a typical 1,296 ft²), its lot is bigger than 20% of them (3,720 ft² against a typical 0.12 ac) and it is newer than 6% of them (1939 against a typical 1960). Measured against all of Cook County, it is worth more than 74% 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 5128 N Rutherford Ave, Chicago, IL?

The 2023 property tax bill for 5128 N Rutherford Ave, Chicago, IL was $5,919. The county assessed it at $40,000.

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