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$956,715$391 / 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 94How 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
Last sold for $450,000 on Aug 2, 2001

525 FOREST AVE

OAK PARK, IL 60302
4
Beds
3
Baths
2,448 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.
0.17 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1890
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
9
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

$957K
$896K low$1M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$450,000 · Aug 2, 2001

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$26,303 (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.$67,801 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$9,685
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$58,116
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$84,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$678,010

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.36
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.
69
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.
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.0.17
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.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
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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
Oliver Wendell Holmes Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.2 mi
H
Oak Park & River Forest High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.7 mi
M
Gwendolyn Brooks Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.9 mi

District: Oak Park and River Forest District 200

Neighborhood · ZIP 60302These 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.91
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.125
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.43

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.93%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.31%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.4%
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.33,312
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.10,963 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$109,459
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$141,997
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°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

525 Forest 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 94% of homes in Cook County
  • Costs more per square foot than 88% of homes in Cook County
  • Bigger than 81% of homes in Cook County
  • Older than 97% of homes in Cook County

What homes are worth in Oak Park 60302

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

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$135K$1.4M

This home is worth more than 84% of homes in Oak Park 60302.

How it measures up in Oak Park 60302

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Oak Park 60302.

Estimated value$956,715
CheaperTypical $540,493Pricier

Pricier than 84% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$391
CheaperTypical $359Pricier

Pricier than 67% of homes nearby

Living area2,448 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,982 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 71% of homes nearby

Lot size0.17 ac
SmallerTypical 0.19 acBigger

Bigger than 41% of homes nearby

Year built1890
OlderTypical 1924Newer

Newer than 4% of homes nearby

How 525 Forest Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeOak Park 60302Cook County
Estimated valuepricier than$956,71584% of homes94% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$39167% of homes88% of homes
Living areabigger than2,448 ft²71% of homes81% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.17 ac41% of homes54% of homes
Year builtnewer than18904% of homes3% of homes

About 525 Forest Ave

How much is 525 Forest Ave, Oak Park, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 525 Forest Ave, Oak Park, IL is $956,715 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $895,578 to $1,017,852. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 525 Forest Ave, Oak Park, IL last sell?

525 Forest Ave, Oak Park, IL last sold on Aug 2, 2001 for $450,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 525 Forest Ave, Oak Park, IL?

525 Forest Ave, Oak Park, IL has 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2,448 square feet of living space and a 0.17-acre lot.

When was 525 Forest Ave, Oak Park, IL built?

525 Forest Ave, Oak Park, IL was built in 1890, making it 136 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 525 Forest Ave, Oak Park, IL?

525 Forest Ave, Oak Park, IL is assigned to Oliver Wendell Holmes Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; Oak Park & River Forest High School (high), rated A; Gwendolyn Brooks Middle School (middle), rated A-. All sit in Oak Park and River Forest District 200. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 525 Forest Ave, Oak Park, IL compare to other homes in Oak Park 60302?

Among the 10,923 homes in Oak Park 60302, it is worth more than 84% of them ($956,715 against a typical $540,493), its price per square foot is higher than 67% of them ($391 against a typical $359), it is bigger than 71% of them (2,448 ft² against a typical 1,982 ft²), its lot is bigger than 41% of them (0.17 ac against a typical 0.19 ac) and it is newer than 4% of them (1890 against a typical 1924). Measured against all of Cook County, it is worth more than 94% 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 525 Forest Ave, Oak Park, IL?

The 2023 property tax bill for 525 Forest Ave, Oak Park, IL was $26,303. The county assessed it at $67,801.

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