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8607 S BENNETT AVE

CHICAGO, IL 60617
6
Beds
3
Baths
3,831 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.
3,750 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1929
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
3
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
18
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
4
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,538 (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.$29,101 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$2,813
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$26,288
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$17,999
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$291,010

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.47
56
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.
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.19 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.Apartments (Generic)
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Two Family
CountyCook
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.09
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.Roll Tar & Gravel
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(1)

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
Caldwell Academy of Math and Science Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 0.2 mi
H
Chicago Vocational Career Academy High SchoolF
High · Grades 9–11 · 0.3 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

8607 S Bennett 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.

  • Bigger than 98% of homes in Avalon Park
  • Has a smaller lot than 76% of homes in Cook County
  • Older than 73% of homes in Cook County

How it measures up in Chicago 60617

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

Living area3,831 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,210 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 97% of homes nearby

Lot size3,750 ft²
SmallerTypical 3,746 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 52% of homes nearby

Year built1929
OlderTypical 1943Newer

Newer than 43% of homes nearby

How 8607 S Bennett Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeAvalon ParkChicago 60617Cook County
Living areabigger than3,831 ft²98% of homes97% of homes94% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3,750 ft²53% of homes52% of homes24% of homes
Year builtnewer than192954% of homes43% of homes27% of homes

About 8607 S Bennett Ave

When did 8607 S Bennett Ave, Chicago, IL last sell?

8607 S Bennett Ave, Chicago, IL last sold on Apr 21, 1987, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 8607 S Bennett Ave, Chicago, IL?

8607 S Bennett Ave, Chicago, IL has 6 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 3,831 square feet of living space and a 0.09-acre lot.

When was 8607 S Bennett Ave, Chicago, IL built?

8607 S Bennett Ave, Chicago, IL was built in 1929, making it 97 years old. It is a two family home. The building has 3 stories.

What schools serve 8607 S Bennett Ave, Chicago, IL?

8607 S Bennett Ave, Chicago, IL is assigned to Caldwell Academy of Math and Science Elementary School (elementary), rated C+; 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 8607 S Bennett Ave, Chicago, IL compare to other homes in Chicago 60617?

Among the 22,539 homes in Chicago 60617, it is bigger than 97% of them (3,831 ft² against a typical 1,210 ft²), its lot is bigger than 52% of them (3,750 ft² against a typical 3,746 ft²) and it is newer than 43% of them (1929 against a typical 1943). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 8607 S Bennett Ave, Chicago, IL?

The 2023 property tax bill for 8607 S Bennett Ave, Chicago, IL was $2,538. The county assessed it at $29,101.

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