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$236,242$197 / ft²
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Last sold for $235,000 on Mar 25, 2026

5251 157TH ST

OAK FOREST, IL 60452
Building report
2
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,200 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.
1.9 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2000
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$236K
$209K low$263K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$235,000 · Mar 25, 2026

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,491 (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.$16,114 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$4,476
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$11,638
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$18,500
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$161,140

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.38
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.
72
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
78
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.

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Condominium
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Condo/Apartment
CountyCOOK
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
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(5)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Foreclosure Filings(2)

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

H
Oak Forest High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.7 mi
M
Arbor Park Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 2.0 mi
E
Arbor Elementary School
Elementary · Grades 1–2 · 2.0 mi

District: Bremen Community High School District 228

Neighborhood · ZIP 60452These 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.41
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.106
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.97%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.23%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.3.8%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.8%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.26,110
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,828 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$93,709
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$109,365
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

5251 157th 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.

  • Worth less than 81% of homes in Oak Forest 60452
  • Costs less per square foot than 70% of homes in Cook County
  • Smaller than 68% of homes in Cook County
  • Has a bigger lot than 92% of homes in Cook County
  • Newer than 93% of homes in Oak Forest 60452

What homes are worth in Oak Forest 60452

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

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$125K$468K

This home is worth more than 19% of homes in Oak Forest 60452.

How it measures up in Oak Forest 60452

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Oak Forest 60452.

Estimated value$236,242
CheaperTypical $303,998Pricier

Pricier than 19% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$197
CheaperTypical $222Pricier

Pricier than 34% of homes nearby

Living area1,200 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,285 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 39% of homes nearby

Lot size1.9 ac
SmallerTypical 0.19 acBigger

Bigger than 87% of homes nearby

Year built2000
OlderTypical 1971Newer

Newer than 93% of homes nearby

How 5251 157th St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeOak Forest 60452Cook County
Estimated valuepricier than$236,24219% of homes26% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$19734% of homes30% of homes
Living areabigger than1,200 ft²39% of homes32% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.9 ac87% of homes92% of homes
Year builtnewer than200093% of homes90% of homes

About 5251 157th St

How much is 5251 157th St, Oak Forest, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5251 157th St, Oak Forest, IL is $236,242 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $209,311 to $263,173. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5251 157th St, Oak Forest, IL last sell?

5251 157th St, Oak Forest, IL last sold on Mar 25, 2026 for $235,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 5251 157th St, Oak Forest, IL?

5251 157th St, Oak Forest, IL has 2 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms and 1,200 square feet of living space.

When was 5251 157th St, Oak Forest, IL built?

5251 157th St, Oak Forest, IL was built in 2000, making it 26 years old. It is a condo/apartment home.

What schools serve 5251 157th St, Oak Forest, IL?

5251 157th St, Oak Forest, IL is assigned to Oak Forest High School (high), rated A-; Arbor Park Middle School (middle), rated C; Arbor Elementary School (elementary). All sit in Bremen Community High School District 228. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5251 157th St, Oak Forest, IL compare to other homes in Oak Forest 60452?

Among the 9,441 homes in Oak Forest 60452, it is worth more than 19% of them ($236,242 against a typical $303,998), its price per square foot is higher than 34% of them ($197 against a typical $222), it is bigger than 39% of them (1,200 ft² against a typical 1,285 ft²), its lot is bigger than 87% of them (1.9 ac against a typical 0.19 ac) and it is newer than 93% of them (2000 against a typical 1971). Measured against all of Cook County, it is worth more than 26% 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 5251 157th St, Oak Forest, IL?

The 2023 property tax bill for 5251 157th St, Oak Forest, IL was $5,491. The county assessed it at $16,114.

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