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$261,334$232 / 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 90How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026

5543 ELLEN CT

OAK FOREST, IL 60452
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,127 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.
0.22 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1959
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.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$261K
$236K low$286K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,352 (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.$18,000 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$4,320
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$13,680
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$18,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$180,000

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.41
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
15
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
72
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
78
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.

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
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.22
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.Raised (Unspecified)
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.Central
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Detached

Transaction History(6)

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
Arbor Elementary School
Elementary · Grades 1–2 · 1.2 mi
H
Oak Forest High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.3 mi
M
Arbor Park Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 1.3 mi

District: Bremen Community High School District 228

Neighborhood · ZIP 60452These 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.41
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.106
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.43

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.97%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.23%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.3.8%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.8%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.26,110
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,828 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$93,709
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$109,365
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

5543 Ellen Ct 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 74% of homes in Oak Forest 60452
  • Smaller than 74% of homes in Cook County
  • Has a bigger lot than 66% of homes in Cook County
  • Older than 91% of homes in Oak Forest 60452

What homes are worth in Oak Forest 60452

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

This home
$135K$478K

This home is worth more than 26% of homes in Oak Forest 60452.

How it measures up in Oak Forest 60452

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Oak Forest 60452.

Estimated value$261,334
CheaperTypical $304,567Pricier

Pricier than 26% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$232
CheaperTypical $223Pricier

Pricier than 57% of homes nearby

Living area1,127 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,288 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 28% of homes nearby

Lot size0.22 ac
SmallerTypical 0.19 acBigger

Bigger than 65% of homes nearby

Year built1959
OlderTypical 1972Newer

Newer than 9% of homes nearby

How 5543 Ellen Ct ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeOak Forest 60452Cook County
Estimated valuepricier than$261,33426% of homes33% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$23257% of homes43% of homes
Living areabigger than1,127 ft²28% of homes26% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.22 ac65% of homes66% of homes
Year builtnewer than19599% of homes50% of homes

About 5543 Ellen Ct

How much is 5543 Ellen Ct, Oak Forest, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5543 Ellen Ct, Oak Forest, IL is $261,334 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $236,408 to $286,260. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5543 Ellen Ct, Oak Forest, IL last sell?

5543 Ellen Ct, Oak Forest, IL last sold on May 8, 2008, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5543 Ellen Ct, Oak Forest, IL?

5543 Ellen Ct, Oak Forest, IL has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,127 square feet of living space and a 0.22-acre lot.

When was 5543 Ellen Ct, Oak Forest, IL built?

5543 Ellen Ct, Oak Forest, IL was built in 1959, making it 67 years old. It is a bungalow home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 5543 Ellen Ct, Oak Forest, IL?

5543 Ellen Ct, Oak Forest, IL is assigned to Arbor Elementary School (elementary); Oak Forest High School (high), rated C; Arbor Park Middle School (middle), rated C. All sit in Bremen Community High School District 228. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5543 Ellen Ct, Oak Forest, IL compare to other homes in Oak Forest 60452?

Among the 9,531 homes in Oak Forest 60452, it is worth more than 26% of them ($261,334 against a typical $304,567), its price per square foot is higher than 57% of them ($232 against a typical $223), it is bigger than 28% of them (1,127 ft² against a typical 1,288 ft²), its lot is bigger than 65% of them (0.22 ac against a typical 0.19 ac) and it is newer than 9% of them (1959 against a typical 1972). Measured against all of Cook County, it is worth more than 33% 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 5543 Ellen Ct, Oak Forest, IL?

The 2023 property tax bill for 5543 Ellen Ct, Oak Forest, IL was $4,352. The county assessed it at $18,000.

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