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Last sold for $95,000 on Nov 15, 1994

55 W 68TH ST APT 2

CHICAGO, IL 60621
6
Beds
3
Baths
4,624 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.
1921
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
9
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$95,000 · Nov 15, 1994

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,410 (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.$17,000 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$1,995
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$15,005
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$9,999
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$170,000

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.42
32
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.
69
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.5 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.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.0.15
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Mat/Raft Foundation (Slab)
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

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

E
Brownell Elementary SchoolD
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 0.3 mi
H
Robeson High School
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.4 mi
M
Deneen Elementary SchoolD
Middle · Grades PK–8 · 0.6 mi

District: Chicago Public School District 299

Neighborhood · ZIP 60621These 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.177
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.104
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.78%
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.32%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.30,536
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.8,222 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$38,050
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$49,690
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

55 W 68th St Apt 2 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 96% of homes in Cook County
  • Has a bigger lot than 93% of homes in Chicago 60621
  • Older than 83% of homes in Cook County

How it measures up in Chicago 60621

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Chicago 60621.

Living area4,624 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,986 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 93% of homes nearby

Lot size0.15 ac
SmallerTypical 3,136 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 93% of homes nearby

Year built1921
OlderTypical 1901Newer

Newer than 82% of homes nearby

How 55 W 68th St Apt 2 ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeChicago 60621Cook County
Living areabigger than4,624 ft²93% of homes96% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.15 ac93% of homes49% of homes
Year builtnewer than192182% of homes17% of homes

About 55 W 68th St Apt 2

When did 55 W 68th St Apt 2, Chicago, IL last sell?

55 W 68th St Apt 2, Chicago, IL last sold on Nov 15, 1994 for $95,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 55 W 68th St Apt 2, Chicago, IL?

55 W 68th St Apt 2, Chicago, IL has 6 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 4,624 square feet of living space and a 0.15-acre lot.

When was 55 W 68th St Apt 2, Chicago, IL built?

55 W 68th St Apt 2, Chicago, IL was built in 1921, making it 105 years old. It is a two family home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 55 W 68th St Apt 2, Chicago, IL?

55 W 68th St Apt 2, Chicago, IL is assigned to Brownell Elementary School (elementary), rated D; Robeson High School (high); Deneen Elementary School (middle), rated D. All sit in Chicago Public School District 299. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 55 W 68th St Apt 2, Chicago, IL compare to other homes in Chicago 60621?

Among the 5,968 homes in Chicago 60621, it is bigger than 93% of them (4,624 ft² against a typical 1,986 ft²), its lot is bigger than 93% of them (0.15 ac against a typical 3,136 ft²) and it is newer than 82% of them (1921 against a typical 1901). 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 W 68th St Apt 2, Chicago, IL?

The 2023 property tax bill for 55 W 68th St Apt 2, Chicago, IL was $1,410. The county assessed it at $17,000.

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