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$164,969$107 / 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 84How 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

556 E 87TH PL

CHICAGO, IL 60619
3
Beds
3 / 1
Baths
1,537 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.
1926
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
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

$165K
$139K low$191K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,484 (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.$11,500 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$2,344
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$9,156
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$12,999
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$115,000

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.36
1
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.
71
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.0.07
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.Composition Shingle
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
Pirie Fine Arts and Academic Center Elementary SchoolD-
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 0.3 mi
M
Dixon Elementary SchoolC
Middle · Grades PK–8 · 0.5 mi
H
Harlan Community Academy High School
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.3 mi

District: Chicago Public School District 299

Neighborhood · ZIP 60619These 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.149
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.101
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.42

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.88%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.19%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.24%
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.61,431
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.10,063 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$51,350
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$67,255
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

556 E 87th Pl 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 89% of homes in Cook County
  • Costs less per square foot than 95% of homes in Cook County
  • Has a smaller lot than 91% of homes in Cook County
  • Older than 76% of homes in Cook County

What homes are worth in Chicago 60619

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

This home
$55K$346K

This home is worth more than 49% of homes in Chicago 60619.

How it measures up in Chicago 60619

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Chicago 60619.

Estimated value$164,969
CheaperTypical $166,252Pricier

Pricier than 49% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$107
CheaperTypical $138Pricier

Pricier than 20% of homes nearby

Living area1,537 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,324 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 60% of homes nearby

Lot size3,125 ft²
SmallerTypical 3,920 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 14% of homes nearby

Year built1926
OlderTypical 1925Newer

Newer than 54% of homes nearby

How 556 E 87th Pl ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeChathamChicago 60619Cook County
Estimated valuepricier than$164,96952% of homes49% of homes11% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$10720% of homes20% of homes5% of homes
Living areabigger than1,537 ft²61% of homes60% of homes54% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3,125 ft²11% of homes14% of homes9% of homes
Year builtnewer than192644% of homes54% of homes24% of homes

About 556 E 87th Pl

How much is 556 E 87th Pl, Chicago, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 556 E 87th Pl, Chicago, IL is $164,969 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $138,827 to $191,111. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

How big is 556 E 87th Pl, Chicago, IL?

556 E 87th Pl, Chicago, IL has 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 1,537 square feet of living space and a 0.07-acre lot.

When was 556 E 87th Pl, Chicago, IL built?

556 E 87th Pl, Chicago, IL was built in 1926, making it 100 years old. It is a bungalow home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 556 E 87th Pl, Chicago, IL?

556 E 87th Pl, Chicago, IL is assigned to Pirie Fine Arts and Academic Center Elementary School (elementary), rated D-; Dixon Elementary School (middle), rated C; Harlan Community Academy 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 556 E 87th Pl, Chicago, IL compare to other homes in Chicago 60619?

Among the 17,022 homes in Chicago 60619, it is worth more than 49% of them ($164,969 against a typical $166,252), its price per square foot is higher than 20% of them ($107 against a typical $138), it is bigger than 60% of them (1,537 ft² against a typical 1,324 ft²), its lot is bigger than 14% of them (3,125 ft² against a typical 3,920 ft²) and it is newer than 54% of them (1926 against a typical 1925). Measured against all of Cook County, it is worth more than 11% 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 556 E 87th Pl, Chicago, IL?

The 2023 property tax bill for 556 E 87th Pl, Chicago, IL was $1,484. The county assessed it at $11,500.

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