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$220,100$292 / 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 Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $126,000 on Aug 27, 2018

537 CLEVELAND AVE

ELGIN, IL 60120
2
Beds
1
Baths
755 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.
1951
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
4
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

$220K
$207K low$233K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$126,000 · Aug 27, 2018

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,515 (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.$19,000 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$2,640
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$16,360
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$19,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$190,000

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.35
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
17
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
62
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.
28
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.0.15
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.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.None
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Detached

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.

E
Huff Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 0.3 mi
M
Ellis Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 0.6 mi
H
Elgin High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.9 mi

District: School District U-46

Neighborhood · ZIP 60120These 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.87
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.109
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.47

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.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.15%
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.1.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.51,977
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.4,108 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$75,556
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$99,612
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.48°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

537 Cleveland 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 less than 88% of homes in Elgin 60120
  • Costs more per square foot than 96% of homes in Elgin 60120
  • Smaller than 98% of homes in Elgin 60120
  • Has a smaller lot than 78% of homes in Elgin 60120

What homes are worth in Elgin 60120

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

This home
$172K$569K

This home is worth more than 12% of homes in Elgin 60120.

How it measures up in Elgin 60120

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Elgin 60120.

Estimated value$220,100
CheaperTypical $295,078Pricier

Pricier than 12% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$292
CheaperTypical $210Pricier

Pricier than 96% of homes nearby

Living area755 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,427 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 2% of homes nearby

Lot size0.15 ac
SmallerTypical 0.2 acBigger

Bigger than 22% of homes nearby

Year built1951
OlderTypical 1969Newer

Newer than 39% of homes nearby

How 537 Cleveland Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeElgin 60120Cook County
Estimated valuepricier than$220,10012% of homes22% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$29296% of homes66% of homes
Living areabigger than755 ft²2% of homes2% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.15 ac22% of homes49% of homes
Year builtnewer than195139% of homes37% of homes

About 537 Cleveland Ave

How much is 537 Cleveland Ave, Elgin, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 537 Cleveland Ave, Elgin, IL is $220,100 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $206,830 to $233,370. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 537 Cleveland Ave, Elgin, IL last sell?

537 Cleveland Ave, Elgin, IL last sold on Aug 27, 2018 for $126,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 537 Cleveland Ave, Elgin, IL?

537 Cleveland Ave, Elgin, IL has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 755 square feet of living space and a 0.15-acre lot.

When was 537 Cleveland Ave, Elgin, IL built?

537 Cleveland Ave, Elgin, IL was built in 1951, making it 75 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 537 Cleveland Ave, Elgin, IL?

537 Cleveland Ave, Elgin, IL is assigned to Huff Elementary School (elementary), rated C+; Ellis Middle School (middle), rated C-; Elgin High School (high), rated D-. All sit in School District U-46. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 537 Cleveland Ave, Elgin, IL compare to other homes in Elgin 60120?

Among the 13,136 homes in Elgin 60120, it is worth more than 12% of them ($220,100 against a typical $295,078), its price per square foot is higher than 96% of them ($292 against a typical $210), it is bigger than 2% of them (755 ft² against a typical 1,427 ft²), its lot is bigger than 22% of them (0.15 ac against a typical 0.2 ac) and it is newer than 39% of them (1951 against a typical 1969). 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 537 Cleveland Ave, Elgin, IL?

The 2023 property tax bill for 537 Cleveland Ave, Elgin, IL was $4,515. The county assessed it at $19,000.

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