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$185,447$148 / 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 81How 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

839 CALIFORNIA AVE

DOLTON, IL 60419
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,251 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.
0.17 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1979
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
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

$185K
$150K low$221K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,738 (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.$16,800 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$3,145
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$13,655
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$16,800
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$168,000

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.46
37
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
7
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.
76
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.Split Level
CountyCOOK
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.17
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
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
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(3)

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
Berger-Vandenberg Elementary SchoolD+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.6 mi
H
Thornridge High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.6 mi
M
School of Fine ArtsC-
Middle · Grades 7–7 · 1.8 mi

District: Dolton School District 149

Neighborhood · ZIP 60419These 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.107
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.108
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.47

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.89%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.16%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.19%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.20,027
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.4,432 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$64,012
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$81,573
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

839 California 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 84% of homes in Cook County
  • Costs less per square foot than 86% of homes in Cook County
  • Bigger than 67% of homes in Dolton 60419
  • Has a bigger lot than 85% of homes in Dolton 60419
  • Newer than 96% of homes in Dolton 60419

What homes are worth in Dolton 60419

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

This home
$67K$260K

This home is worth more than 81% of homes in Dolton 60419.

How it measures up in Dolton 60419

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Dolton 60419.

Estimated value$185,447
CheaperTypical $152,892Pricier

Pricier than 81% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$148
CheaperTypical $131Pricier

Pricier than 74% of homes nearby

Living area1,251 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,155 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 67% of homes nearby

Lot size0.17 ac
SmallerTypical 0.12 acBigger

Bigger than 85% of homes nearby

Year built1979
OlderTypical 1959Newer

Newer than 96% of homes nearby

How 839 California Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeDolton 60419Cook County
Estimated valuepricier than$185,44781% of homes16% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$14874% of homes14% of homes
Living areabigger than1,251 ft²67% of homes36% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.17 ac85% of homes55% of homes
Year builtnewer than197996% of homes76% of homes

About 839 California Ave

How much is 839 California Ave, Dolton, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 839 California Ave, Dolton, IL is $185,447 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $149,920 to $220,974. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 839 California Ave, Dolton, IL last sell?

839 California Ave, Dolton, IL last sold on Jun 20, 2025, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 839 California Ave, Dolton, IL?

839 California Ave, Dolton, IL has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,251 square feet of living space and a 0.17-acre lot.

When was 839 California Ave, Dolton, IL built?

839 California Ave, Dolton, IL was built in 1979, making it 47 years old. It is a split level home.

What schools serve 839 California Ave, Dolton, IL?

839 California Ave, Dolton, IL is assigned to Berger-Vandenberg Elementary School (elementary), rated D+; Thornridge High School (high), rated D-; School of Fine Arts (middle), rated C-. All sit in Dolton School District 149. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 839 California Ave, Dolton, IL compare to other homes in Dolton 60419?

Among the 8,032 homes in Dolton 60419, it is worth more than 81% of them ($185,447 against a typical $152,892), its price per square foot is higher than 74% of them ($148 against a typical $131), it is bigger than 67% of them (1,251 ft² against a typical 1,155 ft²), its lot is bigger than 85% of them (0.17 ac against a typical 0.12 ac) and it is newer than 96% of them (1979 against a typical 1959). Measured against all of Cook County, it is worth more than 16% 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 839 California Ave, Dolton, IL?

The 2023 property tax bill for 839 California Ave, Dolton, IL was $5,738. The county assessed it at $16,800.

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