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Last sold for $416,000 on Aug 2, 2018

538 W 45TH PL

CHICAGO, IL 60609
4
Beds
2
Baths
2,080 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.
3,125 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1878
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
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

Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$416,000 · Aug 2, 2018

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,571 (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.$40,000 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$1,875
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$38,125
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$31,143
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$400,000

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
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.
68
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.Apartments (Generic)
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Two Family
CountyCook
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.07
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(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
A. Graham Elementary SchoolD+
Elementary · Grades KG–8 · 0.2 mi
H
Tilden Career Community Academy High SchoolF
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.3 mi

District: Chicago Public School District 299

Neighborhood · ZIP 60609These 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.128
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 100.41

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.89%
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.25%
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.68,598
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.8,768 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$51,563
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$70,966
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

538 W 45th Pl 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.

  • Bigger than 72% of homes in Cook County
  • Has a smaller lot than 91% of homes in Cook County
  • Among the oldest homes in Cook County

How it measures up in Chicago 60609

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Chicago 60609.

Living area2,080 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,760 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 64% of homes nearby

Lot size3,125 ft²
SmallerTypical 3,093 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 51% of homes nearby

Year built1878
OlderTypical 1903Newer

Newer than 4% of homes nearby

How 538 W 45th Pl ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNew CityChicago 60609Cook County
Living areabigger than2,080 ft²64% of homes64% of homes72% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3,125 ft²48% of homes51% of homes9% of homes
Year builtnewer than18784% of homes4% of homesalmost no homes

About 538 W 45th Pl

When did 538 W 45th Pl, Chicago, IL last sell?

538 W 45th Pl, Chicago, IL last sold on Aug 2, 2018 for $416,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 538 W 45th Pl, Chicago, IL?

538 W 45th Pl, Chicago, IL has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2,080 square feet of living space and a 0.07-acre lot.

When was 538 W 45th Pl, Chicago, IL built?

538 W 45th Pl, Chicago, IL was built in 1878, making it 148 years old. It is a two family home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 538 W 45th Pl, Chicago, IL?

538 W 45th Pl, Chicago, IL is assigned to A. Graham Elementary School (elementary), rated D+; Tilden Career Community Academy High School (high), rated F. All sit in Chicago Public School District 299. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 538 W 45th Pl, Chicago, IL compare to other homes in Chicago 60609?

Among the 12,163 homes in Chicago 60609, it is bigger than 64% of them (2,080 ft² against a typical 1,760 ft²), its lot is bigger than 51% of them (3,125 ft² against a typical 3,093 ft²) and it is newer than 4% of them (1878 against a typical 1903). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 538 W 45th Pl, Chicago, IL?

The 2023 property tax bill for 538 W 45th Pl, Chicago, IL was $6,571. The county assessed it at $40,000.

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