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Last sold for $285,000 on Dec 5, 2017

8639 CAREY AVE

RIVER GROVE, IL 60171
5
Beds
3.5
Baths
3,906 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.
0.14 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1920
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
11
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$285,000 · Dec 5, 2017

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$9,599 (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.$49,001 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$7,813
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$41,188
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$33,001
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$490,010

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.37
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
13
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
66
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
64
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.Apartments (Generic)
CountyCOOK
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1921
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.14
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.Hot Water
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.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(2)

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
River Grove Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 0.3 mi
H
East Leyden High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.6 mi

District: River Grove School District 85-5

Neighborhood · ZIP 60171These 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.63
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.140
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.48

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.23%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.11%
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.8,837
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.4,508 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$70,009
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$83,536
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°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

8639 Carey 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 95% of homes in Cook County
  • Has a bigger lot than 68% of homes in River Grove 60171
  • Older than 97% of homes in River Grove 60171

How it measures up in River Grove 60171

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in River Grove 60171.

Living area3,906 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,256 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 90% of homes nearby

Lot size0.14 ac
SmallerTypical 0.12 acBigger

Bigger than 68% of homes nearby

Year built1920
OlderTypical 1953Newer

Newer than 3% of homes nearby

How 8639 Carey Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRiver Grove 60171Cook County
Living areabigger than3,906 ft²90% of homes95% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.14 ac68% of homes47% of homes
Year builtnewer than19203% of homes17% of homes

About 8639 Carey Ave

When did 8639 Carey Ave, River Grove, IL last sell?

8639 Carey Ave, River Grove, IL last sold on Dec 5, 2017 for $285,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 8639 Carey Ave, River Grove, IL?

8639 Carey Ave, River Grove, IL has 5 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, 3,906 square feet of living space and a 0.14-acre lot.

When was 8639 Carey Ave, River Grove, IL built?

8639 Carey Ave, River Grove, IL was built in 1920, making it 106 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 8639 Carey Ave, River Grove, IL?

8639 Carey Ave, River Grove, IL is assigned to River Grove Elementary School (elementary), rated B; East Leyden High School (high), rated C+. All sit in River Grove School District 85-5. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 8639 Carey Ave, River Grove, IL compare to other homes in River Grove 60171?

Among the 3,125 homes in River Grove 60171, it is bigger than 90% of them (3,906 ft² against a typical 1,256 ft²), its lot is bigger than 68% of them (0.14 ac against a typical 0.12 ac) and it is newer than 3% of them (1920 against a typical 1953). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 8639 Carey Ave, River Grove, IL?

The 2023 property tax bill for 8639 Carey Ave, River Grove, IL was $9,599. The county assessed it at $49,001.

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