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$268,031$216 / 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 91How 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 $135,000 on Sep 4, 2014

55 FRANKLIN DR

NORTHLAKE, IL 60164
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,241 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.
0.17 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.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$268K
$244K low$292K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$135,000 · Sep 4, 2014

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,166 (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.$24,000 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$4,125
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$19,875
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$21,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$240,000

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.45
55
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.
65
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
62
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.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.19 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%

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
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.1953
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.17
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.

Foreclosure Filings(1)

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

M
Northlake Middle SchoolD
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.5 mi
E
Whittier Primary School
Elementary · Grades PK–2 · 0.9 mi
H
West Leyden High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.2 mi

District: Berkeley School District 87

Neighborhood · ZIP 60164These 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.59
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.134
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.50

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.11%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.10%
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.19,618
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.4,194 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$61,527
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$82,722
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°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

55 Franklin Dr 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 68% of homes in Melrose Park 60164
  • Smaller than 65% of homes in Cook County
  • Has a smaller lot than 81% of homes in Melrose Park 60164

What homes are worth in Melrose Park 60164

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

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$134K$471K

This home is worth more than 32% of homes in Melrose Park 60164.

How it measures up in Melrose Park 60164

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Melrose Park 60164.

Estimated value$268,031
CheaperTypical $290,704Pricier

Pricier than 32% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$216
CheaperTypical $225Pricier

Pricier than 43% of homes nearby

Living area1,241 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,281 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 44% of homes nearby

Lot size0.17 ac
SmallerTypical 0.23 acBigger

Bigger than 19% of homes nearby

Year built1952
OlderTypical 1953Newer

Newer than 46% of homes nearby

How 55 Franklin Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMelrose Park 60164Cook County
Estimated valuepricier than$268,03132% of homes34% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$21643% of homes37% of homes
Living areabigger than1,241 ft²44% of homes35% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.17 ac19% of homes56% of homes
Year builtnewer than195246% of homes38% of homes

About 55 Franklin Dr

How much is 55 Franklin Dr, Northlake, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 55 Franklin Dr, Northlake, IL is $268,031 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $244,454 to $291,608. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 55 Franklin Dr, Northlake, IL last sell?

55 Franklin Dr, Northlake, IL last sold on Sep 4, 2014 for $135,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 55 Franklin Dr, Northlake, IL?

55 Franklin Dr, Northlake, IL has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,241 square feet of living space and a 0.17-acre lot.

When was 55 Franklin Dr, Northlake, IL built?

55 Franklin Dr, Northlake, IL was built in 1952, making it 74 years old. It is a bungalow home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 55 Franklin Dr, Northlake, IL?

55 Franklin Dr, Northlake, IL is assigned to Northlake Middle School (middle), rated D; Whittier Primary School (elementary); West Leyden High School (high), rated C-. All sit in Berkeley School District 87. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 55 Franklin Dr, Northlake, IL compare to other homes in Melrose Park 60164?

Among the 6,010 homes in Melrose Park 60164, it is worth more than 32% of them ($268,031 against a typical $290,704), its price per square foot is higher than 43% of them ($216 against a typical $225), it is bigger than 44% of them (1,241 ft² against a typical 1,281 ft²), its lot is bigger than 19% of them (0.17 ac against a typical 0.23 ac) and it is newer than 46% of them (1952 against a typical 1953). Measured against all of Cook County, it is worth more than 34% 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 55 Franklin Dr, Northlake, IL?

The 2023 property tax bill for 55 Franklin Dr, Northlake, IL was $5,166. The county assessed it at $24,000.

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