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$1,074,737$368 / 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 84How 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

521 S CHESTER AVE

PARK RIDGE, IL 60068
5
Beds
3 / 1
Baths
2,920 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.
0.2 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1929
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.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$1.1M
$898K low$1.3M high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$17,107 (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.$69,000 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$15,045
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$53,955
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$69,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$690,000

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.35
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.
64
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
65
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.0.20
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.Hot Water
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, Detached

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

M
Lincoln Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.4 mi
E
George Washington Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.4 mi
H
Maine South High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.8 mi

District: Maine Township High School District 207

Neighborhood · ZIP 60068These 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.39
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.127
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.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.37%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.4.0%
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.38,821
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.5,405 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$143,064
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$173,212
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

521 S Chester 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 95% of homes in Cook County
  • Costs more per square foot than 85% of homes in Cook County
  • Bigger than 88% of homes in Cook County
  • Has a bigger lot than 69% of homes in Park Ridge 60068
  • Older than 89% of homes in Park Ridge 60068

What homes are worth in Park Ridge 60068

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

This home
$227K$1.5M

This home is worth more than 92% of homes in Park Ridge 60068.

How it measures up in Park Ridge 60068

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Park Ridge 60068.

Estimated value$1,074,737
CheaperTypical $580,010Pricier

Pricier than 92% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$368
CheaperTypical $333Pricier

Pricier than 70% of homes nearby

Living area2,920 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,800 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 83% of homes nearby

Lot size0.2 ac
SmallerTypical 0.17 acBigger

Bigger than 69% of homes nearby

Year built1929
OlderTypical 1958Newer

Newer than 11% of homes nearby

How 521 S Chester Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePark Ridge 60068Cook County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,074,73792% of homes95% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$36870% of homes85% of homes
Living areabigger than2,920 ft²83% of homes88% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.2 ac69% of homes64% of homes
Year builtnewer than192911% of homes26% of homes

About 521 S Chester Ave

How much is 521 S Chester Ave, Park Ridge, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 521 S Chester Ave, Park Ridge, IL is $1,074,737 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $898,217 to $1,251,257. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 521 S Chester Ave, Park Ridge, IL last sell?

521 S Chester Ave, Park Ridge, IL last sold on Jun 10, 2002, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 521 S Chester Ave, Park Ridge, IL?

521 S Chester Ave, Park Ridge, IL has 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2,920 square feet of living space and a 0.20-acre lot.

When was 521 S Chester Ave, Park Ridge, IL built?

521 S Chester Ave, Park Ridge, IL was built in 1929, making it 97 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 521 S Chester Ave, Park Ridge, IL?

521 S Chester Ave, Park Ridge, IL is assigned to Lincoln Middle School (middle), rated A; George Washington Elementary School (elementary), rated A; Maine South High School (high), rated A+. All sit in Maine Township High School District 207. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 521 S Chester Ave, Park Ridge, IL compare to other homes in Park Ridge 60068?

Among the 14,548 homes in Park Ridge 60068, it is worth more than 92% of them ($1,074,737 against a typical $580,010), its price per square foot is higher than 70% of them ($368 against a typical $333), it is bigger than 83% of them (2,920 ft² against a typical 1,800 ft²), its lot is bigger than 69% of them (0.2 ac against a typical 0.17 ac) and it is newer than 11% of them (1929 against a typical 1958). Measured against all of Cook County, it is worth more than 95% 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 S Chester Ave, Park Ridge, IL?

The 2023 property tax bill for 521 S Chester Ave, Park Ridge, IL was $17,107. The county assessed it at $69,000.

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