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$217,882$156 / 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 Jul 14, 2026

5617 S ROCKWELL ST

CHICAGO, IL 60629
4
Beds
2
Baths
1,394 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.
0.1 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1920
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
11
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.
Pre-foreclosure (NOS)A foreclosure notice on this home is currently active. Many are worked out before any auction happens.
Auction scheduled for Oct 13, 2026.

Valuation

$218K
$207K low$229K high
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$76,382
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$61,106
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.60%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$141,500
GREEN TREE SERVICING · recorded Sep 24, 2014

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,128 (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.$17,001 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$2,188
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$14,813
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$17,001
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$170,010

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
43
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.
67
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.9 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
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1922
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.10
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
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
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(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.

Foreclosure Filings(3)

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

H
Gage Park High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.1 mi
E
Carson Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 0.1 mi

District: Chicago Public School District 299

Neighborhood · ZIP 60629These 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.68
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.93%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.10%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.17%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.6%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.108,818
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.16,332 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$57,568
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$74,050
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%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Absentee owner
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.Yes

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

5617 S Rockwell 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.

  • Worth less than 85% of homes in Chicago 60629
  • Costs less per square foot than 95% of homes in Garage Park
  • Bigger than 69% of homes in Chicago 60629
  • Has a bigger lot than 86% of homes in Garage Park
  • Older than 84% of homes in Chicago 60629

What homes are worth in Chicago 60629

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

This home
$159K$391K

This home is worth more than 15% of homes in Chicago 60629.

How it measures up in Chicago 60629

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Chicago 60629.

Estimated value$217,882
CheaperTypical $272,125Pricier

Pricier than 15% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$156
CheaperTypical $242Pricier

Pricier than 6% of homes nearby

Living area1,394 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,172 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 69% of homes nearby

Lot size0.1 ac
SmallerTypical 3,746 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 83% of homes nearby

Year built1920
OlderTypical 1940Newer

Newer than 16% of homes nearby

How 5617 S Rockwell St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeGarage ParkChicago 60629Cook County
Estimated valuepricier than$217,88216% of homes15% of homes21% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$1565% of homes6% of homes15% of homes
Living areabigger than1,394 ft²68% of homes69% of homes46% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.1 ac86% of homes83% of homes32% of homes
Year builtnewer than192025% of homes16% of homes17% of homes

About 5617 S Rockwell St

How much is 5617 S Rockwell St, Chicago, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5617 S Rockwell St, Chicago, IL is $217,882 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $206,661 to $229,103. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5617 S Rockwell St, Chicago, IL last sell?

5617 S Rockwell St, Chicago, IL last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5617 S Rockwell St, Chicago, IL?

5617 S Rockwell St, Chicago, IL has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,394 square feet of living space and a 0.10-acre lot.

When was 5617 S Rockwell St, Chicago, IL built?

5617 S Rockwell St, Chicago, IL was built in 1920, making it 106 years old. It is a bungalow home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 5617 S Rockwell St, Chicago, IL?

5617 S Rockwell St, Chicago, IL is assigned to Gage Park High School (high), rated D-; Carson Elementary School (elementary), rated B. All sit in Chicago Public School District 299. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5617 S Rockwell St, Chicago, IL compare to other homes in Chicago 60629?

Among the 22,890 homes in Chicago 60629, it is worth more than 15% of them ($217,882 against a typical $272,125), its price per square foot is higher than 6% of them ($156 against a typical $242), it is bigger than 69% of them (1,394 ft² against a typical 1,172 ft²), its lot is bigger than 83% of them (0.1 ac against a typical 3,746 ft²) and it is newer than 16% of them (1920 against a typical 1940). Measured against all of Cook County, it is worth more than 21% 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 5617 S Rockwell St, Chicago, IL?

The 2023 property tax bill for 5617 S Rockwell St, Chicago, IL was $2,128. The county assessed it at $17,001.

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