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$340,307$212 / 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 94How 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
Last sold for $115,000 on Jun 10, 1998

7142 S RIDGEWAY AVE

CHICAGO, IL 60629
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,604 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.
3,780 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1956
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
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

$340K
$321K low$360K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$115,000 · Jun 10, 1998

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,539 (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.$26,000 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$3,024
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$22,976
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$20,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$260,000

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
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.Masonry/Concrete Masonry Units (Cmus)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
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

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.

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
Tarkington Elementary SchoolD
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 0.6 mi
H
Bogan High SchoolF
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.0 mi

District: Chicago Public School District 299

Neighborhood · ZIP 60629These 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.68
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.109
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.44

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.93%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.10%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.17%
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.108,818
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.16,332 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$57,568
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$74,050
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

7142 S Ridgeway Ave 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 98% of homes in Chicago Lawn
  • Costs less per square foot than 65% of homes in Cook County
  • Bigger than 75% of homes in Chicago 60629
  • Has a smaller lot than 76% of homes in Cook County
  • Newer than 89% of homes in Chicago Lawn

What homes are worth in Chicago 60629

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

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$146K$376K

This home is worth more than 94% of homes in Chicago 60629.

How it measures up in Chicago 60629

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Chicago 60629.

Estimated value$340,307
CheaperTypical $255,316Pricier

Pricier than 94% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$212
CheaperTypical $225Pricier

Pricier than 40% of homes nearby

Living area1,604 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,176 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 75% of homes nearby

Lot size3,780 ft²
SmallerTypical 3,746 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 56% of homes nearby

Year built1956
OlderTypical 1938Newer

Newer than 87% of homes nearby

How 7142 S Ridgeway Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeChicago LawnChicago 60629Cook County
Estimated valuepricier than$340,30798% of homes94% of homes51% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$21256% of homes40% of homes35% of homes
Living areabigger than1,604 ft²72% of homes75% of homes57% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3,780 ft²59% of homes56% of homes24% of homes
Year builtnewer than195689% of homes87% of homes46% of homes

About 7142 S Ridgeway Ave

How much is 7142 S Ridgeway Ave, Chicago, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 7142 S Ridgeway Ave, Chicago, IL is $340,307 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $320,888 to $359,726. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 7142 S Ridgeway Ave, Chicago, IL last sell?

7142 S Ridgeway Ave, Chicago, IL last sold on Jun 10, 1998 for $115,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 7142 S Ridgeway Ave, Chicago, IL?

7142 S Ridgeway Ave, Chicago, IL has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,604 square feet of living space and a 0.09-acre lot.

When was 7142 S Ridgeway Ave, Chicago, IL built?

7142 S Ridgeway Ave, Chicago, IL was built in 1956, making it 70 years old. It is a bungalow home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 7142 S Ridgeway Ave, Chicago, IL?

7142 S Ridgeway Ave, Chicago, IL is assigned to Tarkington Elementary School (elementary), rated D; Bogan High School (high), rated F. All sit in Chicago Public School District 299. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 7142 S Ridgeway Ave, Chicago, IL compare to other homes in Chicago 60629?

Among the 23,028 homes in Chicago 60629, it is worth more than 94% of them ($340,307 against a typical $255,316), its price per square foot is higher than 40% of them ($212 against a typical $225), it is bigger than 75% of them (1,604 ft² against a typical 1,176 ft²), its lot is bigger than 56% of them (3,780 ft² against a typical 3,746 ft²) and it is newer than 87% of them (1956 against a typical 1938). Measured against all of Cook County, it is worth more than 51% 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 7142 S Ridgeway Ave, Chicago, IL?

The 2023 property tax bill for 7142 S Ridgeway Ave, Chicago, IL was $3,539. The county assessed it at $26,000.

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