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$575,561$224 / 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 92How 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 $157,200 on Aug 2, 1993

8227 N MERRILL ST

NILES, IL 60714
4
Beds
3
Baths
2,565 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.
0.15 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1948
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
8
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

$576K
$530K low$621K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$157,200 · Aug 2, 1993

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$11,771 (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.$49,000 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$7,370
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$41,630
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$49,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$490,000

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.34
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.
64
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
65
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
CountyCook
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.15
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.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
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.

E
Nelson Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.9 mi
M
Gemini Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.2 mi
H
Maine East High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.9 mi

District: Maine Township High School District 207

Neighborhood · ZIP 60714These 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.57
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.127
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.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.27%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.0%
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.31,974
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.5,071 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$79,719
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$111,546
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.37 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

8227 N Merrill 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 90% of homes in Niles 60714
  • Costs less per square foot than 88% of homes in Niles 60714
  • Bigger than 90% of homes in Niles 60714
  • Older than 96% of homes in Niles 60714

What homes are worth in Niles 60714

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

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$176K$789K

This home is worth more than 90% of homes in Niles 60714.

How it measures up in Niles 60714

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Niles 60714.

Estimated value$575,561
CheaperTypical $402,854Pricier

Pricier than 90% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$224
CheaperTypical $311Pricier

Pricier than 12% of homes nearby

Living area2,565 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,333 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 90% of homes nearby

Lot size0.15 ac
SmallerTypical 0.15 acBigger

Bigger than 52% of homes nearby

Year built1948
OlderTypical 1961Newer

Newer than 4% of homes nearby

How 8227 N Merrill St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNiles 60714Cook County
Estimated valuepricier than$575,56190% of homes83% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$22412% of homes41% of homes
Living areabigger than2,565 ft²90% of homes83% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.15 ac52% of homes50% of homes
Year builtnewer than19484% of homes33% of homes

About 8227 N Merrill St

How much is 8227 N Merrill St, Niles, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 8227 N Merrill St, Niles, IL is $575,561 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $529,776 to $621,346. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 8227 N Merrill St, Niles, IL last sell?

8227 N Merrill St, Niles, IL last sold on Aug 2, 1993 for $157,200, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 8227 N Merrill St, Niles, IL?

8227 N Merrill St, Niles, IL has 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2,565 square feet of living space and a 0.15-acre lot.

When was 8227 N Merrill St, Niles, IL built?

8227 N Merrill St, Niles, IL was built in 1948, making it 78 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 8227 N Merrill St, Niles, IL?

8227 N Merrill St, Niles, IL is assigned to Nelson Elementary School (elementary), rated C-; Gemini Middle School (middle), rated B+; Maine East High School (high), rated A+. All sit in Maine Township High School District 207. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 8227 N Merrill St, Niles, IL compare to other homes in Niles 60714?

Among the 10,612 homes in Niles 60714, it is worth more than 90% of them ($575,561 against a typical $402,854), its price per square foot is higher than 12% of them ($224 against a typical $311), it is bigger than 90% of them (2,565 ft² against a typical 1,333 ft²), its lot is bigger than 52% of them (0.15 ac against a typical 0.15 ac) and it is newer than 4% of them (1948 against a typical 1961). Measured against all of Cook County, it is worth more than 83% 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 8227 N Merrill St, Niles, IL?

The 2023 property tax bill for 8227 N Merrill St, Niles, IL was $11,771. The county assessed it at $49,000.

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