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$47,200$40 / 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 44How 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
Last sold for $10,000 on Dec 4, 2015

655 W 61ST ST

CHICAGO, IL 60621
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,184 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.
1893
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
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

$47K
$21K low$73K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$10,000 · Dec 4, 2015

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$422 (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.$6,100 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$1,116
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$4,984
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$6,100
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$61,000

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.
71
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.
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.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.1895
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.Frame (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Hot Water
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(4)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Foreclosure Filings(2)

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

E
Nicholson Technology AcademyD
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 0.3 mi
H
Robeson High School
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.0 mi

District: Chicago Public School District 299

Neighborhood · ZIP 60621These 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.177
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.104
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.41

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.78%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.12%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.32%
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.30,536
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.8,222 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$38,050
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$49,690
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

655 W 61st 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.

  • Among the least valuable homes in Cook County
  • Among the lowest price per square foot in Cook County
  • Smaller than 75% of homes in Chicago 60621
  • Has a smaller lot than 79% of homes in Cook County
  • Older than 96% of homes in Cook County

What homes are worth in Chicago 60621

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

This home
$47K$270K

This home is worth more than 2% of homes in Chicago 60621.

How it measures up in Chicago 60621

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Chicago 60621.

Estimated value$47,200
CheaperTypical $115,966Pricier

Pricier than 2% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$40
CheaperTypical $100Pricier

Pricier than 3% of homes nearby

Living area1,184 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,974 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 25% of homes nearby

Lot size3,720 ft²
SmallerTypical 3,136 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 61% of homes nearby

Year built1893
OlderTypical 1901Newer

Newer than 37% of homes nearby

How 655 W 61st St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeEnglewoodChicago 60621Cook County
Estimated valuepricier than$47,200almost no homes2% of homesalmost no homes
Price per ft²pricier than$40almost no homes3% of homesalmost no homes
Living areabigger than1,184 ft²43% of homes25% of homes30% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3,720 ft²73% of homes61% of homes21% of homes
Year builtnewer than189320% of homes37% of homes4% of homes

About 655 W 61st St

How much is 655 W 61st St, Chicago, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 655 W 61st St, Chicago, IL is $47,200 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $20,951 to $73,449. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 655 W 61st St, Chicago, IL last sell?

655 W 61st St, Chicago, IL last sold on Dec 4, 2015 for $10,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 655 W 61st St, Chicago, IL?

655 W 61st St, Chicago, IL has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,184 square feet of living space and a 0.09-acre lot.

When was 655 W 61st St, Chicago, IL built?

655 W 61st St, Chicago, IL was built in 1893, making it 133 years old. It is a bungalow home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 655 W 61st St, Chicago, IL?

655 W 61st St, Chicago, IL is assigned to Nicholson Technology Academy (elementary), rated D; Robeson 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 655 W 61st St, Chicago, IL compare to other homes in Chicago 60621?

Among the 5,938 homes in Chicago 60621, it is worth more than 2% of them ($47,200 against a typical $115,966), its price per square foot is higher than 3% of them ($40 against a typical $100), it is bigger than 25% of them (1,184 ft² against a typical 1,974 ft²), its lot is bigger than 61% of them (3,720 ft² against a typical 3,136 ft²) and it is newer than 37% of them (1893 against a typical 1901). Measured against all of Cook County, it is worth more than almost no 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 655 W 61st St, Chicago, IL?

The 2023 property tax bill for 655 W 61st St, Chicago, IL was $422. The county assessed it at $6,100.

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