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5542 S RACINE AVE

CHICAGO, IL 60636
4
Beds
4
Baths
3,134 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.
3,125 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1912
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
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.

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,055 (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.$9,001 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$938
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$8,063
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$4,999
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$90,010

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.44
44
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.10 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.

E
Nicholson Technology AcademyD
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 0.7 mi
H
Hope College Preparatory High School
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.7 mi

District: Chicago Public School District 299

Neighborhood · ZIP 60636These 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.109
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.82%
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.36,044
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.9,248 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$38,642
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$56,041
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

5542 S Racine 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 96% of homes in Chicago 60636
  • Has a smaller lot than 91% of homes in Cook County
  • Older than 88% of homes in Cook County

How it measures up in Chicago 60636

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Chicago 60636.

Living area3,134 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,105 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 96% of homes nearby

Lot size3,125 ft²
SmallerTypical 3,136 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 25% of homes nearby

Year built1912
OlderTypical 1914Newer

Newer than 42% of homes nearby

How 5542 S Racine Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeEnglewoodChicago 60636Cook County
Living areabigger than3,134 ft²92% of homes96% of homes90% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3,125 ft²22% of homes25% of homes9% of homes
Year builtnewer than191258% of homes42% of homes12% of homes

About 5542 S Racine Ave

How big is 5542 S Racine Ave, Chicago, IL?

5542 S Racine Ave, Chicago, IL has 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, 3,134 square feet of living space and a 0.07-acre lot.

When was 5542 S Racine Ave, Chicago, IL built?

5542 S Racine Ave, Chicago, IL was built in 1912, making it 114 years old. It is a two family home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 5542 S Racine Ave, Chicago, IL?

5542 S Racine Ave, Chicago, IL is assigned to Nicholson Technology Academy (elementary), rated D; Hope College Preparatory High School (high). All sit in Chicago Public School District 299. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5542 S Racine Ave, Chicago, IL compare to other homes in Chicago 60636?

Among the 9,196 homes in Chicago 60636, it is bigger than 96% of them (3,134 ft² against a typical 1,105 ft²), its lot is bigger than 25% of them (3,125 ft² against a typical 3,136 ft²) and it is newer than 42% of them (1912 against a typical 1914). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 5542 S Racine Ave, Chicago, IL?

The 2023 property tax bill for 5542 S Racine Ave, Chicago, IL was $1,055. The county assessed it at $9,001.

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