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$240,261$179 / 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 89How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026

5953 W RICE ST

CHICAGO, IL 60651
4
Beds
1
Baths
1,344 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.
1888
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.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$240K
$214K low$267K high

Tax & Assessment

Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$17,200 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$5,467
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$11,733
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$172,000

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.
69
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
68
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
45
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
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.1890
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.10
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
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.

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

E
Brunson Math and Science Specialty Elementary SchoolD
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 0.5 mi
H
Douglass Academy High School
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.5 mi

District: Chicago Public School District 299

Neighborhood · ZIP 60651These 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.108
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.121
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.91%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.9.4%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.22%
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.60,146
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.16,524 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$48,673
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$69,455
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°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

5953 W Rice 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 73% of homes in Cook County
  • Costs less per square foot than 82% of homes in Chicago 60651
  • Smaller than 72% of homes in Austin
  • Has a bigger lot than 85% of homes in Chicago 60651
  • Older than 98% of homes in Cook County

What homes are worth in Chicago 60651

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

This home
$153K$588K

This home is worth more than 28% of homes in Chicago 60651.

How it measures up in Chicago 60651

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Chicago 60651.

Estimated value$240,261
CheaperTypical $274,729Pricier

Pricier than 28% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$179
CheaperTypical $222Pricier

Pricier than 18% of homes nearby

Living area1,344 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,806 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 32% of homes nearby

Lot size0.1 ac
SmallerTypical 3,790 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 85% of homes nearby

Year built1888
OlderTypical 1913Newer

Newer than 4% of homes nearby

How 5953 W Rice St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeAustinChicago 60651Cook County
Estimated valuepricier than$240,26142% of homes28% of homes27% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$17941% of homes18% of homes23% of homes
Living areabigger than1,344 ft²28% of homes32% of homes44% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.1 ac74% of homes85% of homes34% of homes
Year builtnewer than18884% of homes4% of homes2% of homes

About 5953 W Rice St

How much is 5953 W Rice St, Chicago, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5953 W Rice St, Chicago, IL is $240,261 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $213,699 to $266,823. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5953 W Rice St, Chicago, IL last sell?

5953 W Rice St, Chicago, IL last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5953 W Rice St, Chicago, IL?

5953 W Rice St, Chicago, IL has 4 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,344 square feet of living space and a 0.10-acre lot.

When was 5953 W Rice St, Chicago, IL built?

5953 W Rice St, Chicago, IL was built in 1888, making it 138 years old. It is a bungalow home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 5953 W Rice St, Chicago, IL?

5953 W Rice St, Chicago, IL is assigned to Brunson Math and Science Specialty Elementary School (elementary), rated D; Douglass 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 5953 W Rice St, Chicago, IL compare to other homes in Chicago 60651?

Among the 11,117 homes in Chicago 60651, it is worth more than 28% of them ($240,261 against a typical $274,729), its price per square foot is higher than 18% of them ($179 against a typical $222), it is bigger than 32% of them (1,344 ft² against a typical 1,806 ft²), its lot is bigger than 85% of them (0.1 ac against a typical 3,790 ft²) and it is newer than 4% of them (1888 against a typical 1913). Measured against all of Cook County, it is worth more than 27% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

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