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$353,869$197 / 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 95How 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

8506 FOREST DR

OAK LAWN, IL 60457
4
Beds
2
Baths
1,800 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.
0.16 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1969
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

$354K
$335K low$373K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,360 (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.$28,001 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$3,623
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$24,378
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$27,999
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$280,010

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.41
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
20
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.
72
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
45
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.Split Level
CountyCook
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.16
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Mat/Raft Foundation (Slab)
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.None
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Detached

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.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Frank a Brodnicki Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 1.4 mi
M
Geo T Wilkins Jr High SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 1.4 mi
H
Argo Community High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.6 mi

District: Argo Community High School District 217

Neighborhood · ZIP 60457These 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.58
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 100.47

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.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.18%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.1%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.8%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.14,816
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.4,599 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$76,931
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$96,638
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

8506 Forest Dr 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 67% of homes in Hickory Hills 60457
  • Costs less per square foot than 75% of homes in Hickory Hills 60457
  • Bigger than 74% of homes in Hickory Hills 60457
  • Has a smaller lot than 80% of homes in Hickory Hills 60457

What homes are worth in Hickory Hills 60457

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

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$151K$570K

This home is worth more than 67% of homes in Hickory Hills 60457.

How it measures up in Hickory Hills 60457

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Hickory Hills 60457.

Estimated value$353,869
CheaperTypical $320,434Pricier

Pricier than 67% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$197
CheaperTypical $237Pricier

Pricier than 25% of homes nearby

Living area1,800 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,349 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 74% of homes nearby

Lot size0.16 ac
SmallerTypical 0.23 acBigger

Bigger than 20% of homes nearby

Year built1969
OlderTypical 1968Newer

Newer than 56% of homes nearby

How 8506 Forest Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeHickory Hills 60457Cook County
Estimated valuepricier than$353,86967% of homes53% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$19725% of homes29% of homes
Living areabigger than1,800 ft²74% of homes65% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.16 ac20% of homes52% of homes
Year builtnewer than196956% of homes64% of homes

About 8506 Forest Dr

How much is 8506 Forest Dr, Oak Lawn, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 8506 Forest Dr, Oak Lawn, IL is $353,869 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $334,824 to $372,914. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

How big is 8506 Forest Dr, Oak Lawn, IL?

8506 Forest Dr, Oak Lawn, IL has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,800 square feet of living space and a 0.16-acre lot.

When was 8506 Forest Dr, Oak Lawn, IL built?

8506 Forest Dr, Oak Lawn, IL was built in 1969, making it 57 years old. It is a split level home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 8506 Forest Dr, Oak Lawn, IL?

8506 Forest Dr, Oak Lawn, IL is assigned to Frank a Brodnicki Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; Geo T Wilkins Jr High School (middle), rated B+; Argo Community High School (high), rated B. All sit in Argo Community High School District 217. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 8506 Forest Dr, Oak Lawn, IL compare to other homes in Hickory Hills 60457?

Among the 4,678 homes in Hickory Hills 60457, it is worth more than 67% of them ($353,869 against a typical $320,434), its price per square foot is higher than 25% of them ($197 against a typical $237), it is bigger than 74% of them (1,800 ft² against a typical 1,349 ft²), its lot is bigger than 20% of them (0.16 ac against a typical 0.23 ac) and it is newer than 56% of them (1969 against a typical 1968). Measured against all of Cook County, it is worth more than 53% 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 8506 Forest Dr, Oak Lawn, IL?

The 2023 property tax bill for 8506 Forest Dr, Oak Lawn, IL was $3,360. The county assessed it at $28,001.

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