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$215,825$187 / 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 95How 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

5256 W 78TH ST

BURBANK, IL 60459
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,152 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.
3,550 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1975
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

$216K
$206K low$226K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,716 (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.$11,738 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$3,373
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$8,365
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$11,737
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$117,380

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.37
10
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.
71
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.
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.7 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%

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.0.08
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.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
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

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
Richard E. Byrd Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.7 mi
M
Liberty Junior High SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.9 mi
H
Reavis High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.0 mi

District: Burbank School District 111

Neighborhood · ZIP 60459These 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.39
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 100.46

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.97%
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.11%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.7%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.27,421
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.6,422 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$80,079
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$100,697
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

5256 W 78th 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 90% of homes in Burbank 60459
  • Costs less per square foot than 84% of homes in Burbank 60459
  • Smaller than 72% of homes in Cook County
  • Has a smaller lot than 93% of homes in Burbank 60459
  • Newer than 78% of homes in Burbank 60459

What homes are worth in Burbank 60459

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

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$172K$564K

This home is worth more than 10% of homes in Burbank 60459.

How it measures up in Burbank 60459

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Burbank 60459.

Estimated value$215,825
CheaperTypical $292,436Pricier

Pricier than 10% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$187
CheaperTypical $233Pricier

Pricier than 16% of homes nearby

Living area1,152 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,219 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 43% of homes nearby

Lot size3,550 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.16 acBigger

Bigger than 7% of homes nearby

Year built1975
OlderTypical 1960Newer

Newer than 78% of homes nearby

How 5256 W 78th St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBurbank 60459Cook County
Estimated valuepricier than$215,82510% of homes22% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$18716% of homes26% of homes
Living areabigger than1,152 ft²43% of homes28% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3,550 ft²7% of homes17% of homes
Year builtnewer than197578% of homes71% of homes

About 5256 W 78th St

How much is 5256 W 78th St, Burbank, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5256 W 78th St, Burbank, IL is $215,825 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $205,894 to $225,756. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

How big is 5256 W 78th St, Burbank, IL?

5256 W 78th St, Burbank, IL has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,152 square feet of living space and a 0.08-acre lot.

When was 5256 W 78th St, Burbank, IL built?

5256 W 78th St, Burbank, IL was built in 1975, making it 51 years old. It is a bungalow home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 5256 W 78th St, Burbank, IL?

5256 W 78th St, Burbank, IL is assigned to Richard E. Byrd Elementary School (elementary), rated C; Liberty Junior High School (middle), rated D+; Reavis High School (high), rated C-. All sit in Burbank School District 111. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5256 W 78th St, Burbank, IL compare to other homes in Burbank 60459?

Among the 9,237 homes in Burbank 60459, it is worth more than 10% of them ($215,825 against a typical $292,436), its price per square foot is higher than 16% of them ($187 against a typical $233), it is bigger than 43% of them (1,152 ft² against a typical 1,219 ft²), its lot is bigger than 7% of them (3,550 ft² against a typical 0.16 ac) and it is newer than 78% of them (1975 against a typical 1960). Measured against all of Cook County, it is worth more than 22% 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 5256 W 78th St, Burbank, IL?

The 2023 property tax bill for 5256 W 78th St, Burbank, IL was $2,716. The county assessed it at $11,738.

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