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$109,900$137 / 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 85How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $73,500 on Nov 20, 2025

521 E 161ST ST

SOUTH HOLLAND, IL 60473
3
Beds
1
Baths
800 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.
0.15 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1951
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
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.
Pre-foreclosure (NOS)A foreclosure notice on this home is currently active. Many are worked out before any auction happens.
Auction scheduled for Sep 22, 2025.

Valuation

$110K
$94K low$126K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$73,500 · Nov 20, 2025

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$7,936 (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.$17,000 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$3,360
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$13,640
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$17,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$170,000

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.38
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.
72
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
77
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
CountyCOOK
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.15
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.Yes
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
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(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.

Foreclosure Filings(2)

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

H
Thornwood High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.2 mi
M
Coolidge Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.3 mi
E
Taft School
Elementary · Grades PK–1 · 1.6 mi

District: South Holland School District 151

Neighborhood · ZIP 60473These 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.103
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.44

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.16%
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.1.3%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.24,339
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,727 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$81,151
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$93,605
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

521 E 161st 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 98% of homes in South Holland 60473
  • Costs less per square foot than 89% of homes in Cook County
  • Smaller than 98% of homes in South Holland 60473
  • Has a smaller lot than 92% of homes in South Holland 60473
  • Older than 92% of homes in South Holland 60473

What homes are worth in South Holland 60473

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

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$108K$421K

This home is worth more than 2% of homes in South Holland 60473.

How it measures up in South Holland 60473

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in South Holland 60473.

Estimated value$109,900
CheaperTypical $224,148Pricier

Pricier than 2% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$137
CheaperTypical $161Pricier

Pricier than 23% of homes nearby

Living area800 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,346 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 2% of homes nearby

Lot size0.15 ac
SmallerTypical 0.17 acBigger

Bigger than 8% of homes nearby

Year built1951
OlderTypical 1965Newer

Newer than 8% of homes nearby

How 521 E 161st St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSouth Holland 60473Cook County
Estimated valuepricier than$109,9002% of homes3% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$13723% of homes11% of homes
Living areabigger than800 ft²2% of homes3% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.15 ac8% of homes48% of homes
Year builtnewer than19518% of homes37% of homes

About 521 E 161st St

How much is 521 E 161st St, South Holland, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 521 E 161st St, South Holland, IL is $109,900 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $93,851 to $125,949. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 521 E 161st St, South Holland, IL last sell?

521 E 161st St, South Holland, IL last sold on Nov 20, 2025 for $73,500, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 521 E 161st St, South Holland, IL?

521 E 161st St, South Holland, IL has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 800 square feet of living space and a 0.15-acre lot.

When was 521 E 161st St, South Holland, IL built?

521 E 161st St, South Holland, IL was built in 1951, making it 75 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 521 E 161st St, South Holland, IL?

521 E 161st St, South Holland, IL is assigned to Thornwood High School (high), rated D; Coolidge Middle School (middle), rated C+; Taft School (elementary). All sit in South Holland School District 151. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 521 E 161st St, South Holland, IL compare to other homes in South Holland 60473?

Among the 7,884 homes in South Holland 60473, it is worth more than 2% of them ($109,900 against a typical $224,148), its price per square foot is higher than 23% of them ($137 against a typical $161), it is bigger than 2% of them (800 ft² against a typical 1,346 ft²), its lot is bigger than 8% of them (0.15 ac against a typical 0.17 ac) and it is newer than 8% of them (1951 against a typical 1965). Measured against all of Cook County, it is worth more than 3% 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 521 E 161st St, South Holland, IL?

The 2023 property tax bill for 521 E 161st St, South Holland, IL was $7,936. The county assessed it at $17,000.

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