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$236,115$191 / 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 93How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026

5255 131ST ST

CRESTWOOD, IL 60418
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,236 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.
0.16 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1960
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
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

$236K
$219K low$253K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,278 (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.$21,000 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$3,933
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$17,067
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$21,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$210,000

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.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.
77
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.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.0.16
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Raised (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.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.

M
Nathan Hale Middle SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.4 mi
E
Nathan Hale Primary SchoolD+
Elementary · Grades PK–3 · 0.4 mi
H
Alan B. Shepard High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.3 mi

District: Cook County School District 130

Neighborhood · ZIP 60418These 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.107
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.108
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.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.18%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.8%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.5%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.10,529
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,708 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$67,790
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$83,988
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

5255 131st 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 74% of homes in Cook County
  • Costs less per square foot than 73% of homes in Cook County
  • Bigger than 69% of homes in Crestwood 60418
  • Has a smaller lot than 85% of homes in Crestwood 60418
  • Older than 88% of homes in Crestwood 60418

What homes are worth in Crestwood 60418

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

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$124K$390K

This home is worth more than 61% of homes in Crestwood 60418.

How it measures up in Crestwood 60418

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Crestwood 60418.

Estimated value$236,115
CheaperTypical $199,339Pricier

Pricier than 61% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$191
CheaperTypical $177Pricier

Pricier than 64% of homes nearby

Living area1,236 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,144 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 69% of homes nearby

Lot size0.16 ac
SmallerTypical 0.69 acBigger

Bigger than 15% of homes nearby

Year built1960
OlderTypical 1977Newer

Newer than 12% of homes nearby

How 5255 131st St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeCrestwood 60418Cook County
Estimated valuepricier than$236,11561% of homes26% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$19164% of homes27% of homes
Living areabigger than1,236 ft²69% of homes35% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.16 ac15% of homes50% of homes
Year builtnewer than196012% of homes52% of homes

About 5255 131st St

How much is 5255 131st St, Crestwood, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5255 131st St, Crestwood, IL is $236,115 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $219,401 to $252,829. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5255 131st St, Crestwood, IL last sell?

5255 131st St, Crestwood, IL last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5255 131st St, Crestwood, IL?

5255 131st St, Crestwood, IL has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,236 square feet of living space and a 0.16-acre lot.

When was 5255 131st St, Crestwood, IL built?

5255 131st St, Crestwood, IL was built in 1960, making it 66 years old. It is a bungalow home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 5255 131st St, Crestwood, IL?

5255 131st St, Crestwood, IL is assigned to Nathan Hale Middle School (middle), rated D+; Nathan Hale Primary School (elementary), rated D+; Alan B. Shepard High School (high), rated C-. All sit in Cook County School District 130. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5255 131st St, Crestwood, IL compare to other homes in Crestwood 60418?

Among the 5,379 homes in Crestwood 60418, it is worth more than 61% of them ($236,115 against a typical $199,339), its price per square foot is higher than 64% of them ($191 against a typical $177), it is bigger than 69% of them (1,236 ft² against a typical 1,144 ft²), its lot is bigger than 15% of them (0.16 ac against a typical 0.69 ac) and it is newer than 12% of them (1960 against a typical 1977). 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 5255 131st St, Crestwood, IL?

The 2023 property tax bill for 5255 131st St, Crestwood, IL was $6,278. The county assessed it at $21,000.

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