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839 S CARPENTER ST

CHICAGO, IL 60607
0
Baths
8,316 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.
3,000 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1888
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
3
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
14
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$21,777 (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.$83,736 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$16,800
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$66,936
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$102,861
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$837,360

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.
69
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.Apartments (Generic)
CountyCook
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.07
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
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
J. Smyth Elementary SchoolD
Elementary · Grades KG–8 · 0.4 mi
H
Wells Community Academy High SchoolF
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.1 mi

District: Chicago Public School District 299

Neighborhood · ZIP 60607These 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.136
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.110
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.46

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.43%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.13%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.31,589
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.14,213 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$122,924
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$150,715
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 S Carpenter 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 largest homes in Cook County
  • Has a smaller lot than 94% of homes in Cook County
  • Older than 98% of homes in Cook County

How it measures up in Chicago 60607

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Chicago 60607.

Living area8,316 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,680 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 93% of homes nearby

Lot size3,000 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.51 acBigger

Bigger than 17% of homes nearby

Year built1888
OlderTypical 1999Newer

Newer than 4% of homes nearby

How 839 S Carpenter St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeLittle Italy / University VillageChicago 60607Cook County
Living areabigger than8,316 ft²98% of homes93% of homesalmost all homes
Lot sizebigger than3,000 ft²33% of homes17% of homes6% of homes
Year builtnewer than188813% of homes4% of homes2% of homes

About 839 S Carpenter St

How big is 839 S Carpenter St, Chicago, IL?

839 S Carpenter St, Chicago, IL has 8,316 square feet of living space and a 0.07-acre lot.

When was 839 S Carpenter St, Chicago, IL built?

839 S Carpenter St, Chicago, IL was built in 1888, making it 138 years old. The building has 3 stories.

What schools serve 839 S Carpenter St, Chicago, IL?

839 S Carpenter St, Chicago, IL is assigned to J. Smyth Elementary School (elementary), rated D; Wells Community 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 839 S Carpenter St, Chicago, IL compare to other homes in Chicago 60607?

Among the 11,009 homes in Chicago 60607, it is bigger than 93% of them (8,316 ft² against a typical 1,680 ft²), its lot is bigger than 17% of them (3,000 ft² against a typical 0.51 ac) and it is newer than 4% of them (1888 against a typical 1999). 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 S Carpenter St, Chicago, IL?

The 2023 property tax bill for 839 S Carpenter St, Chicago, IL was $21,777. The county assessed it at $83,736.

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