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Last sold for $229,000 on Aug 30, 2004

5240 S RICHMOND ST

CHICAGO, IL 60632
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,486 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.
3,750 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1925
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

Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$229,000 · Aug 30, 2004

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,394 (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.$19,000 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$1,875
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$17,125
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$15,999
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$190,000

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.46
51
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.
71
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
67
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.15 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.Apartments (Generic)
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Two Family
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.Hot Water
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(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
Sawyer Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades KG–8 · 0.4 mi
H
Curie Metropolitan High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.3 mi

District: Chicago Public School District 299

Neighborhood · ZIP 60632These 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.111
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.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.9.8%
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.1.7%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.88,196
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.12,571 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$57,567
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$73,212
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%

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

5240 S Richmond 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.

  • Bigger than 70% of homes in Garage Park
  • Has a smaller lot than 76% of homes in Cook County
  • Older than 77% of homes in Cook County

How it measures up in Chicago 60632

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Chicago 60632.

Living area1,486 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,344 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 55% of homes nearby

Lot size3,750 ft²
SmallerTypical 3,746 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 59% of homes nearby

Year built1925
OlderTypical 1925Newer

Newer than 50% of homes nearby

How 5240 S Richmond St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeGarage ParkChicago 60632Cook County
Living areabigger than1,486 ft²70% of homes55% of homes51% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3,750 ft²61% of homes59% of homes24% of homes
Year builtnewer than192553% of homes50% of homes23% of homes

About 5240 S Richmond St

When did 5240 S Richmond St, Chicago, IL last sell?

5240 S Richmond St, Chicago, IL last sold on Aug 30, 2004 for $229,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5240 S Richmond St, Chicago, IL?

5240 S Richmond St, Chicago, IL has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,486 square feet of living space and a 0.09-acre lot.

When was 5240 S Richmond St, Chicago, IL built?

5240 S Richmond St, Chicago, IL was built in 1925, making it 101 years old. It is a two family home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 5240 S Richmond St, Chicago, IL?

5240 S Richmond St, Chicago, IL is assigned to Sawyer Elementary School (elementary), rated C; Curie Metropolitan High School (high), rated D. All sit in Chicago Public School District 299. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5240 S Richmond St, Chicago, IL compare to other homes in Chicago 60632?

Among the 16,023 homes in Chicago 60632, it is bigger than 55% of them (1,486 ft² against a typical 1,344 ft²), its lot is bigger than 59% of them (3,750 ft² against a typical 3,746 ft²) and it is newer than 50% of them (1925 against a typical 1925). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 5240 S Richmond St, Chicago, IL?

The 2023 property tax bill for 5240 S Richmond St, Chicago, IL was $3,394. The county assessed it at $19,000.

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