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$303,197$301 / 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 92How 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 $255,000 on Feb 20, 2024

617 FOREST RD

LA GRANGE PARK, IL 60526
2
Beds
1
Baths
1,006 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.
0.18 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1954
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
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

$303K
$280K low$327K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$255,000 · Feb 20, 2024

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,129 (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.$24,000 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$5,390
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$18,610
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$24,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$240,000

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.38
10
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.
70
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.
45
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.7 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%

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.0.18
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.Yes
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
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(5)

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
Forest Road Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades 1–6 · 0.4 mi
M
Park Junior High SchoolA+
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 0.8 mi
H
Lyons Township High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.2 mi

District: Lagrange School District 102

Neighborhood · ZIP 60526These 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.53
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.126
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.49

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.36%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.4.2%
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.13,593
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.4,753 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$120,087
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$143,983
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

617 Forest Rd 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 95% of homes in La Grange Park 60526
  • Costs less per square foot than 76% of homes in La Grange Park 60526
  • Smaller than 94% of homes in La Grange Park 60526
  • Has a bigger lot than 76% of homes in La Grange Park 60526

What homes are worth in La Grange Park 60526

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

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$169K$1.2M

This home is worth more than 5% of homes in La Grange Park 60526.

How it measures up in La Grange Park 60526

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in La Grange Park 60526.

Estimated value$303,197
CheaperTypical $478,594Pricier

Pricier than 5% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$301
CheaperTypical $331Pricier

Pricier than 24% of homes nearby

Living area1,006 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,525 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 6% of homes nearby

Lot size0.18 ac
SmallerTypical 0.15 acBigger

Bigger than 76% of homes nearby

Year built1954
OlderTypical 1953Newer

Newer than 56% of homes nearby

How 617 Forest Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeLa Grange Park 60526Cook County
Estimated valuepricier than$303,1975% of homes42% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$30124% of homes69% of homes
Living areabigger than1,006 ft²6% of homes14% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.18 ac76% of homes56% of homes
Year builtnewer than195456% of homes41% of homes

About 617 Forest Rd

How much is 617 Forest Rd, La Grange Park, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 617 Forest Rd, La Grange Park, IL is $303,197 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $279,556 to $326,837. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 617 Forest Rd, La Grange Park, IL last sell?

617 Forest Rd, La Grange Park, IL last sold on Feb 20, 2024 for $255,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 4 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 617 Forest Rd, La Grange Park, IL?

617 Forest Rd, La Grange Park, IL has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,006 square feet of living space and a 0.18-acre lot.

When was 617 Forest Rd, La Grange Park, IL built?

617 Forest Rd, La Grange Park, IL was built in 1954, making it 72 years old. It is a bungalow home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 617 Forest Rd, La Grange Park, IL?

617 Forest Rd, La Grange Park, IL is assigned to Forest Road Elementary School (elementary), rated A; Park Junior High School (middle), rated A+; Lyons Township High School (high), rated A. All sit in Lagrange School District 102. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 617 Forest Rd, La Grange Park, IL compare to other homes in La Grange Park 60526?

Among the 4,273 homes in La Grange Park 60526, it is worth more than 5% of them ($303,197 against a typical $478,594), its price per square foot is higher than 24% of them ($301 against a typical $331), it is bigger than 6% of them (1,006 ft² against a typical 1,525 ft²), its lot is bigger than 76% of them (0.18 ac against a typical 0.15 ac) and it is newer than 56% of them (1954 against a typical 1953). Measured against all of Cook County, it is worth more than 42% 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 617 Forest Rd, La Grange Park, IL?

The 2023 property tax bill for 617 Forest Rd, La Grange Park, IL was $6,129. The county assessed it at $24,000.

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