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$202,174$165 / 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 89How 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

8029 S RIDGELAND AVE

CHICAGO, IL 60617
4
Beds
2
Baths
1,224 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.
0.14 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1926
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
9
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

$202K
$180K low$225K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,043 (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.$14,000 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$6,994
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$7,006
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$12,999
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$140,000

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.35
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.
70
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
33
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.0.14
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.Hot Water
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.None
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Detached

Transaction History(2)

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
Mann Elementary SchoolD+
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 0.3 mi
H
Chicago Vocational Career Academy High SchoolF
High · Grades 9–11 · 0.9 mi

District: Chicago Public School District 299

Neighborhood · ZIP 60617These 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.120
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 100.45

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.13%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.21%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.3%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.75,302
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.4,406 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$57,465
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$73,208
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

8029 S Ridgeland 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 less than 81% of homes in Cook County
  • Costs more per square foot than 81% of homes in South Chicago
  • Smaller than 69% of homes in South Chicago
  • Has a bigger lot than 95% of homes in Chicago 60617
  • Older than 76% of homes in Cook County

What homes are worth in Chicago 60617

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

This home
$68K$357K

This home is worth more than 68% of homes in Chicago 60617.

How it measures up in Chicago 60617

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Chicago 60617.

Estimated value$202,174
CheaperTypical $172,232Pricier

Pricier than 68% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$165
CheaperTypical $144Pricier

Pricier than 67% of homes nearby

Living area1,224 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,212 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 51% of homes nearby

Lot size0.14 ac
SmallerTypical 3,746 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 95% of homes nearby

Year built1926
OlderTypical 1943Newer

Newer than 40% of homes nearby

How 8029 S Ridgeland Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSouth ChicagoChicago 60617Cook County
Estimated valuepricier than$202,17468% of homes68% of homes19% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$16581% of homes67% of homes19% of homes
Living areabigger than1,224 ft²31% of homes51% of homes34% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.14 ac92% of homes95% of homes44% of homes
Year builtnewer than192670% of homes40% of homes24% of homes

About 8029 S Ridgeland Ave

How much is 8029 S Ridgeland Ave, Chicago, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 8029 S Ridgeland Ave, Chicago, IL is $202,174 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $179,651 to $224,697. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 8029 S Ridgeland Ave, Chicago, IL last sell?

8029 S Ridgeland Ave, Chicago, IL last sold on Nov 23, 2005, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 8029 S Ridgeland Ave, Chicago, IL?

8029 S Ridgeland Ave, Chicago, IL has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,224 square feet of living space and a 0.14-acre lot.

When was 8029 S Ridgeland Ave, Chicago, IL built?

8029 S Ridgeland Ave, Chicago, IL was built in 1926, making it 100 years old. It is a bungalow home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 8029 S Ridgeland Ave, Chicago, IL?

8029 S Ridgeland Ave, Chicago, IL is assigned to Mann Elementary School (elementary), rated D+; Chicago Vocational Career Academy 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 8029 S Ridgeland Ave, Chicago, IL compare to other homes in Chicago 60617?

Among the 22,617 homes in Chicago 60617, it is worth more than 68% of them ($202,174 against a typical $172,232), its price per square foot is higher than 67% of them ($165 against a typical $144), it is bigger than 51% of them (1,224 ft² against a typical 1,212 ft²), its lot is bigger than 95% of them (0.14 ac against a typical 3,746 ft²) and it is newer than 40% of them (1926 against a typical 1943). Measured against all of Cook County, it is worth more than 19% 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 8029 S Ridgeland Ave, Chicago, IL?

The 2023 property tax bill for 8029 S Ridgeland Ave, Chicago, IL was $2,043. The county assessed it at $14,000.

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