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638 W 138TH ST

RIVERDALE, IL 60827
4
Beds
2
Baths
2,839 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.
0.22 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1934
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.

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$10,403 (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.$13,500 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$4,017
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$9,483
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$13,499
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$135,000

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
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.
72
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
78
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.0.22
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.Roll Tar & Gravel
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
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.

M
Washington Junior High SchoolD-
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 0.5 mi
E
Washington Elementary SchoolD-
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 0.5 mi
H
Thornton Township High SchoolF
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.0 mi

District: Thornton Township High School District 205

Neighborhood · ZIP 60827These 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.138
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.106
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.43

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.87%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.9.1%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.31%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.23,615
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.3,205 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$45,523
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$58,831
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

638 W 138th 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 94% of homes in Riverdale 60827
  • Has a bigger lot than 93% of homes in Riverdale 60827
  • Older than 87% of homes in Riverdale 60827

How it measures up in Riverdale 60827

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Riverdale 60827.

Living area2,839 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,128 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 94% of homes nearby

Lot size0.22 ac
SmallerTypical 0.1 acBigger

Bigger than 93% of homes nearby

Year built1934
OlderTypical 1954Newer

Newer than 13% of homes nearby

How 638 W 138th St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRiverdale 60827Cook County
Living areabigger than2,839 ft²94% of homes88% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.22 ac93% of homes65% of homes
Year builtnewer than193413% of homes27% of homes

About 638 W 138th St

When did 638 W 138th St, Riverdale, IL last sell?

638 W 138th St, Riverdale, IL last sold on Dec 14, 1989, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 638 W 138th St, Riverdale, IL?

638 W 138th St, Riverdale, IL has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2,839 square feet of living space and a 0.22-acre lot.

When was 638 W 138th St, Riverdale, IL built?

638 W 138th St, Riverdale, IL was built in 1934, making it 92 years old. It is a two family home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 638 W 138th St, Riverdale, IL?

638 W 138th St, Riverdale, IL is assigned to Washington Junior High School (middle), rated D-; Washington Elementary School (elementary), rated D-; Thornton Township High School (high), rated F. All sit in Thornton Township High School District 205. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 638 W 138th St, Riverdale, IL compare to other homes in Riverdale 60827?

Among the 6,715 homes in Riverdale 60827, it is bigger than 94% of them (2,839 ft² against a typical 1,128 ft²), its lot is bigger than 93% of them (0.22 ac against a typical 0.1 ac) and it is newer than 13% of them (1934 against a typical 1954). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 638 W 138th St, Riverdale, IL?

The 2023 property tax bill for 638 W 138th St, Riverdale, IL was $10,403. The county assessed it at $13,500.

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