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$275,000$305 / 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 91How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $275,000 on Aug 20, 2026

5245 S RACINE AVE

CHICAGO, IL 60609
2
Beds
1
Baths
903 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.
3,125 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1895
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
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

$275K
$250K low$300K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$275,000 · Aug 20, 2026

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,125 (2024)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$5,601 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$938
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$4,663
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$5,601
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$56,010

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.47
50
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
7
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.
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.14 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.Single Family Residence
CountyCOOK
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1897
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.07
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Masonry/Concrete Masonry Units (Cmus)
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.Garage, Detached
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
Sherman Elementary SchoolD+
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 0.2 mi
H
Tilden Career Community Academy High SchoolF
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.9 mi

District: Chicago Public School District 299

Neighborhood · ZIP 60609These 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.128
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.110
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.41

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.89%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.12%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.25%
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.68,598
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.8,768 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$51,563
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$70,966
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

5245 S Racine 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 72% of homes in New City
  • Costs more per square foot than 91% of homes in New City
  • Smaller than 93% of homes in Cook County
  • Has a smaller lot than 90% of homes in Cook County
  • Older than 95% of homes in Cook County

What homes are worth in Chicago 60609

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

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$84K$794K

This home is worth more than 52% of homes in Chicago 60609.

How it measures up in Chicago 60609

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Chicago 60609.

Estimated value$275,000
CheaperTypical $262,884Pricier

Pricier than 52% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$305
CheaperTypical $229Pricier

Pricier than 78% of homes nearby

Living area903 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,760 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 10% of homes nearby

Lot size3,125 ft²
SmallerTypical 3,093 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 51% of homes nearby

Year built1895
OlderTypical 1903Newer

Newer than 38% of homes nearby

How 5245 S Racine Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNew CityChicago 60609Cook County
Estimated valuepricier than$275,00072% of homes52% of homes34% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$30591% of homes78% of homes71% of homes
Living areabigger than903 ft²10% of homes10% of homes7% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3,125 ft²49% of homes51% of homes10% of homes
Year builtnewer than189537% of homes38% of homes5% of homes

About 5245 S Racine Ave

How much is 5245 S Racine Ave, Chicago, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5245 S Racine Ave, Chicago, IL is $275,000 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $250,065 to $299,935. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5245 S Racine Ave, Chicago, IL last sell?

5245 S Racine Ave, Chicago, IL last sold on Aug 20, 2026 for $275,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 5245 S Racine Ave, Chicago, IL?

5245 S Racine Ave, Chicago, IL has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 903 square feet of living space and a 0.07-acre lot.

When was 5245 S Racine Ave, Chicago, IL built?

5245 S Racine Ave, Chicago, IL was built in 1895, making it 131 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 5245 S Racine Ave, Chicago, IL?

5245 S Racine Ave, Chicago, IL is assigned to Sherman Elementary School (elementary), rated D+; Tilden Career Community Academy High School (high), rated F. All sit in Chicago Public School District 299. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5245 S Racine Ave, Chicago, IL compare to other homes in Chicago 60609?

Among the 12,149 homes in Chicago 60609, it is worth more than 52% of them ($275,000 against a typical $262,884), its price per square foot is higher than 78% of them ($305 against a typical $229), it is bigger than 10% of them (903 ft² against a typical 1,760 ft²), its lot is bigger than 51% of them (3,125 ft² against a typical 3,093 ft²) and it is newer than 38% of them (1895 against a typical 1903). Measured against all of Cook County, it is worth more than 34% 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 5245 S Racine Ave, Chicago, IL?

The 2024 property tax bill for 5245 S Racine Ave, Chicago, IL was $1,125. The county assessed it at $5,601.

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