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$149,939$126 / 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 90How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $117,000 on Feb 10, 2014

542 E 161ST ST

SOUTH HOLLAND, IL 60473
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,194 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.
0.21 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1952
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

$150K
$135K low$165K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$117,000 · Feb 10, 2014

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,855 (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.$18,000 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$4,850
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$13,150
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$18,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$180,000

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.0.21
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.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
Coolidge Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.3 mi
H
Thornwood High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.4 mi
E
Taft School
Elementary · Grades PK–1 · 1.7 mi

District: South Holland School District 151

Neighborhood · ZIP 60473These 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.62
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.103
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.44

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.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.16%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.14%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.3%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.24,339
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,727 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$81,151
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$93,605
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

542 E 161st 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 92% of homes in South Holland 60473
  • Costs less per square foot than 92% of homes in Cook County
  • Smaller than 69% of homes in Cook County
  • Has a bigger lot than 78% of homes in South Holland 60473
  • Older than 91% of homes in South Holland 60473

What homes are worth in South Holland 60473

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

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$110K$431K

This home is worth more than 8% of homes in South Holland 60473.

How it measures up in South Holland 60473

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in South Holland 60473.

Estimated value$149,939
CheaperTypical $229,494Pricier

Pricier than 8% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$126
CheaperTypical $163Pricier

Pricier than 11% of homes nearby

Living area1,194 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,344 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 32% of homes nearby

Lot size0.21 ac
SmallerTypical 0.17 acBigger

Bigger than 78% of homes nearby

Year built1952
OlderTypical 1965Newer

Newer than 9% of homes nearby

How 542 E 161st St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSouth Holland 60473Cook County
Estimated valuepricier than$149,9398% of homes8% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$12611% of homes8% of homes
Living areabigger than1,194 ft²32% of homes31% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.21 ac78% of homes66% of homes
Year builtnewer than19529% of homes38% of homes

About 542 E 161st St

How much is 542 E 161st St, South Holland, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 542 E 161st St, South Holland, IL is $149,939 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $134,946 to $164,932. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 542 E 161st St, South Holland, IL last sell?

542 E 161st St, South Holland, IL last sold on Feb 10, 2014 for $117,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 542 E 161st St, South Holland, IL?

542 E 161st St, South Holland, IL has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,194 square feet of living space and a 0.21-acre lot.

When was 542 E 161st St, South Holland, IL built?

542 E 161st St, South Holland, IL was built in 1952, making it 74 years old. It is a bungalow home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 542 E 161st St, South Holland, IL?

542 E 161st St, South Holland, IL is assigned to Coolidge Middle School (middle), rated C+; Thornwood High School (high), rated D; Taft School (elementary). All sit in South Holland School District 151. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 542 E 161st St, South Holland, IL compare to other homes in South Holland 60473?

Among the 7,885 homes in South Holland 60473, it is worth more than 8% of them ($149,939 against a typical $229,494), its price per square foot is higher than 11% of them ($126 against a typical $163), it is bigger than 32% of them (1,194 ft² against a typical 1,344 ft²), its lot is bigger than 78% of them (0.21 ac against a typical 0.17 ac) and it is newer than 9% of them (1952 against a typical 1965). Measured against all of Cook County, it is worth more than 8% 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 542 E 161st St, South Holland, IL?

The 2023 property tax bill for 542 E 161st St, South Holland, IL was $6,855. The county assessed it at $18,000.

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