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$116,688$102 / 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 95How 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
Last sold for $193,000 on Dec 26, 2023

561 FORSYTHE AVE

CALUMET CITY, IL 60409
4
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,144 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.
3,690 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1913
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
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.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$117K
$111K low$122K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$193,000 · Dec 26, 2023

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,832 (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.$7,500 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$1,476
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$6,024
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$7,500
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$75,000

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.45
52
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.
65
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.15 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.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.0.09
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.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Hot Water
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Detached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(3)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Foreclosure Filings(1)

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

E
Wilson Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–2 · 0.2 mi
H
Thornton Fractnl No High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.9 mi
M
Wentworth Jr High SchoolD-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.9 mi

District: Calumet City School District 155

Neighborhood · ZIP 60409These 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.105
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.107
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.46

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.90%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.15%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.19%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.4%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.34,386
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.4,756 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$59,473
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$74,133
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

561 Forsythe 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.

  • Worth less than 96% of homes in Cook County
  • Costs less per square foot than 96% of homes in Cook County
  • Smaller than 73% of homes in Cook County
  • Has a smaller lot than 87% of homes in Calumet City 60409
  • Older than 95% of homes in Calumet City 60409

What homes are worth in Calumet City 60409

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

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$60K$265K

This home is worth more than 24% of homes in Calumet City 60409.

How it measures up in Calumet City 60409

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Calumet City 60409.

Estimated value$116,688
CheaperTypical $151,221Pricier

Pricier than 24% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$102
CheaperTypical $131Pricier

Pricier than 24% of homes nearby

Living area1,144 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,233 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 36% of homes nearby

Lot size3,690 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.12 acBigger

Bigger than 13% of homes nearby

Year built1913
OlderTypical 1961Newer

Newer than 5% of homes nearby

How 561 Forsythe Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeCalumet City 60409Cook County
Estimated valuepricier than$116,68824% of homes4% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$10224% of homes4% of homes
Living areabigger than1,144 ft²36% of homes27% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3,690 ft²13% of homes18% of homes
Year builtnewer than19135% of homes13% of homes

About 561 Forsythe Ave

How much is 561 Forsythe Ave, Calumet City, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 561 Forsythe Ave, Calumet City, IL is $116,688 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $111,204 to $122,172. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 561 Forsythe Ave, Calumet City, IL last sell?

561 Forsythe Ave, Calumet City, IL last sold on Dec 26, 2023 for $193,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 561 Forsythe Ave, Calumet City, IL?

561 Forsythe Ave, Calumet City, IL has 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 1,144 square feet of living space and a 0.09-acre lot.

When was 561 Forsythe Ave, Calumet City, IL built?

561 Forsythe Ave, Calumet City, IL was built in 1913, making it 113 years old. It is a bungalow home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 561 Forsythe Ave, Calumet City, IL?

561 Forsythe Ave, Calumet City, IL is assigned to Wilson Elementary School (elementary); Thornton Fractnl No High School (high), rated D-; Wentworth Jr High School (middle), rated D-. All sit in Calumet City School District 155. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 561 Forsythe Ave, Calumet City, IL compare to other homes in Calumet City 60409?

Among the 11,087 homes in Calumet City 60409, it is worth more than 24% of them ($116,688 against a typical $151,221), its price per square foot is higher than 24% of them ($102 against a typical $131), it is bigger than 36% of them (1,144 ft² against a typical 1,233 ft²), its lot is bigger than 13% of them (3,690 ft² against a typical 0.12 ac) and it is newer than 5% of them (1913 against a typical 1961). Measured against all of Cook County, it is worth more than 4% 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 561 Forsythe Ave, Calumet City, IL?

The 2023 property tax bill for 561 Forsythe Ave, Calumet City, IL was $4,832. The county assessed it at $7,500.

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