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5426 W RACE AVE

CHICAGO, IL 60644
6
Beds
2
Baths
2,878 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.
1883
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
12
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,538 (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.$25,000 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$8,020
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$16,980
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$25,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$250,000

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.36
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.
69
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.
45
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.Apartments (Generic)
CountyCOOK
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1885
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.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.No Garage
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(3)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Foreclosure Filings(2)

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Howe Elementary SchoolF
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 0.3 mi
H
Orr Academy High SchoolF
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.8 mi

District: Chicago Public School District 299

Neighborhood · ZIP 60644These 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.144
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.120
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.49

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.91%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.7.2%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.29%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.46,076
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.13,092 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$38,966
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$57,100
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

5426 W Race 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.

  • Bigger than 87% of homes in Cook County
  • Has a bigger lot than 93% of homes in Austin
  • Among the oldest homes in Austin

How it measures up in Chicago 60644

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Chicago 60644.

Living area2,878 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,166 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 79% of homes nearby

Lot size0.15 ac
SmallerTypical 4,008 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 87% of homes nearby

Year built1883
OlderTypical 1911Newer

Newer than 2% of homes nearby

How 5426 W Race Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeAustinChicago 60644Cook County
Living areabigger than2,878 ft²84% of homes79% of homes87% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.15 ac93% of homes87% of homes49% of homes
Year builtnewer than1883almost no homes2% of homesalmost no homes

About 5426 W Race Ave

When did 5426 W Race Ave, Chicago, IL last sell?

5426 W Race Ave, Chicago, IL last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5426 W Race Ave, Chicago, IL?

5426 W Race Ave, Chicago, IL has 6 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2,878 square feet of living space and a 0.15-acre lot.

When was 5426 W Race Ave, Chicago, IL built?

5426 W Race Ave, Chicago, IL was built in 1883, making it 143 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 5426 W Race Ave, Chicago, IL?

5426 W Race Ave, Chicago, IL is assigned to Howe Elementary School (elementary), rated F; Orr 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 5426 W Race Ave, Chicago, IL compare to other homes in Chicago 60644?

Among the 6,982 homes in Chicago 60644, it is bigger than 79% of them (2,878 ft² against a typical 2,166 ft²), its lot is bigger than 87% of them (0.15 ac against a typical 4,008 ft²) and it is newer than 2% of them (1883 against a typical 1911). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 5426 W Race Ave, Chicago, IL?

The 2023 property tax bill for 5426 W Race Ave, Chicago, IL was $2,538. The county assessed it at $25,000.

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