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$475,044$298 / 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 96How 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 $465,000 on Feb 27, 2023

525 THOMAS AVE

FOREST PARK, IL 60130
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,596 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.
1910
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.

Valuation

$475K
$456K low$494K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$465,000 · Feb 27, 2023

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$10,118 (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.$37,000 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$6,350
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$30,650
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$37,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$370,000

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.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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Bungalow
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(3)

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
Garfield Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–2 · 0.1 mi
M
Forest Park Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.5 mi
H
Proviso East High School
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.2 mi

District: Proviso Township High School District 209

Neighborhood · ZIP 60130These 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.129
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.130
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.45

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.28%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.10%
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.13,613
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.4,924 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$77,154
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$108,774
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

525 Thomas 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 90% of homes in Forest Park 60130
  • Costs more per square foot than 77% of homes in Forest Park 60130
  • Bigger than 65% of homes in Forest Park 60130
  • Older than 89% of homes in Cook County

What homes are worth in Forest Park 60130

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

This home
$107K$659K

This home is worth more than 90% of homes in Forest Park 60130.

How it measures up in Forest Park 60130

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Forest Park 60130.

Estimated value$475,044
CheaperTypical $283,152Pricier

Pricier than 90% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$298
CheaperTypical $238Pricier

Pricier than 77% of homes nearby

Living area1,596 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,334 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 65% of homes nearby

Lot size0.15 ac
SmallerTypical 0.15 acBigger

Bigger than 50% of homes nearby

Year built1910
OlderTypical 1956Newer

Newer than 17% of homes nearby

How 525 Thomas Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeForest Park 60130Cook County
Estimated valuepricier than$475,04490% of homes74% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$29877% of homes68% of homes
Living areabigger than1,596 ft²65% of homes57% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.15 ac50% of homes48% of homes
Year builtnewer than191017% of homes11% of homes

About 525 Thomas Ave

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

The TopHap Estimate for 525 Thomas Ave, Forest Park, IL is $475,044 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $455,906 to $494,182. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

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

525 Thomas Ave, Forest Park, IL last sold on Feb 27, 2023 for $465,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

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

525 Thomas Ave, Forest Park, IL has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,596 square feet of living space and a 0.15-acre lot.

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

525 Thomas Ave, Forest Park, IL was built in 1910, making it 116 years old. It is a bungalow home. The building has 1 story.

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

525 Thomas Ave, Forest Park, IL is assigned to Garfield Elementary School (elementary); Forest Park Middle School (middle), rated B; Proviso East High School (high). All sit in Proviso Township High School District 209. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 525 Thomas Ave, Forest Park, IL compare to other homes in Forest Park 60130?

Among the 4,962 homes in Forest Park 60130, it is worth more than 90% of them ($475,044 against a typical $283,152), its price per square foot is higher than 77% of them ($298 against a typical $238), it is bigger than 65% of them (1,596 ft² against a typical 1,334 ft²), its lot is bigger than 50% of them (0.15 ac against a typical 0.15 ac) and it is newer than 17% of them (1910 against a typical 1956). Measured against all of Cook County, it is worth more than 74% 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 Thomas Ave, Forest Park, IL?

The 2023 property tax bill for 525 Thomas Ave, Forest Park, IL was $10,118. The county assessed it at $37,000.

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