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Last sold for $165,000 on Nov 1, 1995

5638 N ROCKWELL ST

CHICAGO, IL 60659
5
Beds
3
Baths
3,472 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.
3,720 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1923
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
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.

Valuation

Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$165,000 · Nov 1, 1995

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$9,007 (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.$55,000 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$13,764
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$41,236
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$46,003
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$550,000

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.35
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.
67
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
69
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.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.0.09
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.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

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

E
Jamieson Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades KG–8 · 0.3 mi
H
Mather High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.4 mi

District: Chicago Public School District 299

Neighborhood · ZIP 60659These 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.80
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.111
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.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.25%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.16%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.7%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.41,848
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.18,073 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$62,284
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$94,074
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.37 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

5638 N 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.

  • Bigger than 93% of homes in Cook County
  • Has a smaller lot than 80% of homes in West Ridge
  • Older than 91% of homes in Chicago 60659

How it measures up in Chicago 60659

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Chicago 60659.

Living area3,472 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,884 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 83% of homes nearby

Lot size3,720 ft²
SmallerTypical 4,138 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 21% of homes nearby

Year built1923
OlderTypical 1950Newer

Newer than 9% of homes nearby

How 5638 N Rockwell St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWest RidgeChicago 60659Cook County
Living areabigger than3,472 ft²85% of homes83% of homes93% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3,720 ft²20% of homes21% of homes20% of homes
Year builtnewer than192310% of homes9% of homes20% of homes

About 5638 N Rockwell St

When did 5638 N Rockwell St, Chicago, IL last sell?

5638 N Rockwell St, Chicago, IL last sold on Nov 1, 1995 for $165,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5638 N Rockwell St, Chicago, IL?

5638 N Rockwell St, Chicago, IL has 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 3,472 square feet of living space and a 0.09-acre lot.

When was 5638 N Rockwell St, Chicago, IL built?

5638 N Rockwell St, Chicago, IL was built in 1923, making it 103 years old. It is a two family home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 5638 N Rockwell St, Chicago, IL?

5638 N Rockwell St, Chicago, IL is assigned to Jamieson Elementary School (elementary), rated B-; Mather High School (high), rated D. All sit in Chicago Public School District 299. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5638 N Rockwell St, Chicago, IL compare to other homes in Chicago 60659?

Among the 8,319 homes in Chicago 60659, it is bigger than 83% of them (3,472 ft² against a typical 1,884 ft²), its lot is bigger than 21% of them (3,720 ft² against a typical 4,138 ft²) and it is newer than 9% of them (1923 against a typical 1950). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 5638 N Rockwell St, Chicago, IL?

The 2023 property tax bill for 5638 N Rockwell St, Chicago, IL was $9,007. The county assessed it at $55,000.

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