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Last sold for $150,000 on Jul 21, 2023

5541 S HALSTED ST

CHICAGO, IL 60621
2
Beds
3
Baths
4,125 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.
3,075 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1901
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
3
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.

Valuation

Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$150,000 · Jul 21, 2023

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,110 (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.$14,001 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$923
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$13,078
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.$140,010

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
49
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.13 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.0.07
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Masonry/Concrete Masonry Units (Cmus)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Roll Tar & Gravel
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Hot Water
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

Transaction History(1)

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.

H
Hope College Preparatory High School
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.2 mi
E
Dewey Elementary Academy of Fine ArtsD+
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 0.3 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

5541 S Halsted 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.

  • Bigger than 95% of homes in Englewood
  • Has a smaller lot than 93% of homes in Cook County
  • Older than 94% 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 area4,125 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,974 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 92% of homes nearby

Lot size3,075 ft²
SmallerTypical 3,136 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 13% of homes nearby

Year built1901
OlderTypical 1902Newer

Newer than 50% of homes nearby

How 5541 S Halsted St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeEnglewoodChicago 60621Cook County
Living areabigger than4,125 ft²95% of homes92% of homes95% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3,075 ft²11% of homes13% of homes7% of homes
Year builtnewer than190129% of homes50% of homes6% of homes

About 5541 S Halsted St

When did 5541 S Halsted St, Chicago, IL last sell?

5541 S Halsted St, Chicago, IL last sold on Jul 21, 2023 for $150,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5541 S Halsted St, Chicago, IL?

5541 S Halsted St, Chicago, IL has 2 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 4,125 square feet of living space and a 0.07-acre lot.

When was 5541 S Halsted St, Chicago, IL built?

5541 S Halsted St, Chicago, IL was built in 1901, making it 125 years old. It is a two family home. The building has 3 stories.

What schools serve 5541 S Halsted St, Chicago, IL?

5541 S Halsted St, Chicago, IL is assigned to Hope College Preparatory High School (high); Dewey Elementary Academy of Fine Arts (elementary), rated D+. All sit in Chicago Public School District 299. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5541 S Halsted St, Chicago, IL compare to other homes in Chicago 60621?

Among the 5,965 homes in Chicago 60621, it is bigger than 92% of them (4,125 ft² against a typical 1,974 ft²), its lot is bigger than 13% of them (3,075 ft² against a typical 3,136 ft²) and it is newer than 50% of them (1901 against a typical 1902). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 5541 S Halsted St, Chicago, IL?

The 2023 property tax bill for 5541 S Halsted St, Chicago, IL was $2,110. The county assessed it at $14,001.

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