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$405,521$171 / 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 Sep 24, 2026

6517 157TH ST

OAK FOREST, IL 60452
5
Beds
3 / 2
Baths
2,366 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.
1978
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

$406K
$386K low$425K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$7,980 (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.$32,000 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$5,391
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$26,609
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$32,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$320,000

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.45
38
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.
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.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.Ranch
CountyCOOK
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.21
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.Yes
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, Attached
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
Fierke Education CenterB
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.1 mi
M
Central Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 3.2 mi
H
Victor J. Andrew High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.7 mi

District: Community Consolidated School District 146

Neighborhood · ZIP 60452These 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.41
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.97%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.23%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.3.8%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.8%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.26,110
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,828 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$93,709
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$109,365
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

6517 157th 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 more than 92% of homes in Oak Forest 60452
  • Costs less per square foot than 83% of homes in Oak Forest 60452
  • Bigger than 92% of homes in Oak Forest 60452
  • Has a bigger lot than 65% of homes in Cook County
  • Newer than 74% of homes in Cook County

What homes are worth in Oak Forest 60452

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

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$124K$472K

This home is worth more than 92% of homes in Oak Forest 60452.

How it measures up in Oak Forest 60452

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Oak Forest 60452.

Estimated value$405,521
CheaperTypical $303,020Pricier

Pricier than 92% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$171
CheaperTypical $221Pricier

Pricier than 17% of homes nearby

Living area2,366 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,287 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 92% of homes nearby

Lot size0.22 ac
SmallerTypical 0.19 acBigger

Bigger than 64% of homes nearby

Year built1978
OlderTypical 1972Newer

Newer than 63% of homes nearby

How 6517 157th St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeOak Forest 60452Cook County
Estimated valuepricier than$405,52192% of homes64% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$17117% of homes21% of homes
Living areabigger than2,366 ft²92% of homes80% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.22 ac64% of homes65% of homes
Year builtnewer than197863% of homes74% of homes

About 6517 157th St

How much is 6517 157th St, Oak Forest, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 6517 157th St, Oak Forest, IL is $405,521 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $386,419 to $424,623. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 6517 157th St, Oak Forest, IL last sell?

6517 157th St, Oak Forest, IL last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 6517 157th St, Oak Forest, IL?

6517 157th St, Oak Forest, IL has 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2,366 square feet of living space and a 0.21-acre lot.

When was 6517 157th St, Oak Forest, IL built?

6517 157th St, Oak Forest, IL was built in 1978, making it 48 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 6517 157th St, Oak Forest, IL?

6517 157th St, Oak Forest, IL is assigned to Fierke Education Center (elementary), rated B; Central Middle School (middle), rated B-; Victor J. Andrew High School (high), rated B+. All sit in Community Consolidated School District 146. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 6517 157th St, Oak Forest, IL compare to other homes in Oak Forest 60452?

Among the 9,530 homes in Oak Forest 60452, it is worth more than 92% of them ($405,521 against a typical $303,020), its price per square foot is higher than 17% of them ($171 against a typical $221), it is bigger than 92% of them (2,366 ft² against a typical 1,287 ft²), its lot is bigger than 64% of them (0.22 ac against a typical 0.19 ac) and it is newer than 63% of them (1978 against a typical 1972). Measured against all of Cook County, it is worth more than 64% 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 6517 157th St, Oak Forest, IL?

The 2023 property tax bill for 6517 157th St, Oak Forest, IL was $7,980. The county assessed it at $32,000.

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