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$400,370$334 / 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 94How 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
Last sold for $300,000 on Jul 21, 2021

870 FOREST AVE

EVANSTON, IL 60202
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,200 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.
1.3 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.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$400K
$377K low$423K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$300,000 · Jul 21, 2021

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,775 (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.$27,174 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$2,950
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$24,224
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$27,172
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$271,740

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.33
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.
67
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
67
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
33
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.Condominium
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Condo/Apartment
CountyCook
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.30
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Electric
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes

Transaction History(5)

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
Lincoln Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.1 mi
M
Nichols Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.5 mi
H
Evanston Township High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.6 mi

District: Evanston Community Consolidated School District 65

Neighborhood · ZIP 60202These 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.88
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.109
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.39

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.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.28%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.0%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.7%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.33,134
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.8,248 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$102,510
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$141,555
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°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

870 Forest 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.

  • Costs more per square foot than 78% of homes in Cook County
  • Smaller than 67% of homes in Cook County
  • Among the largest lots in Evanston 60202
  • Newer than 88% of homes in Evanston 60202

What homes are worth in Evanston 60202

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

This home
$167K$1.7M

This home is worth more than 48% of homes in Evanston 60202.

How it measures up in Evanston 60202

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Evanston 60202.

Estimated value$400,370
CheaperTypical $407,115Pricier

Pricier than 48% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$334
CheaperTypical $313Pricier

Pricier than 59% of homes nearby

Living area1,200 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,404 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 37% of homes nearby

Lot size1.3 ac
SmallerTypical 0.18 acBigger

Bigger than almost all homes nearby

Year built1979
OlderTypical 1950Newer

Newer than 88% of homes nearby

How 870 Forest Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeEvanston 60202Cook County
Estimated valuepricier than$400,37048% of homes63% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$33459% of homes78% of homes
Living areabigger than1,200 ft²37% of homes33% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.3 acalmost all homes90% of homes
Year builtnewer than197988% of homes76% of homes

About 870 Forest Ave

How much is 870 Forest Ave, Evanston, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 870 Forest Ave, Evanston, IL is $400,370 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $377,465 to $423,275. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 870 Forest Ave, Evanston, IL last sell?

870 Forest Ave, Evanston, IL last sold on Jul 21, 2021 for $300,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 5 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 870 Forest Ave, Evanston, IL?

870 Forest Ave, Evanston, IL has 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,200 square feet of living space and a 1.30-acre lot.

When was 870 Forest Ave, Evanston, IL built?

870 Forest Ave, Evanston, IL was built in 1979, making it 47 years old. It is a condo/apartment home.

What schools serve 870 Forest Ave, Evanston, IL?

870 Forest Ave, Evanston, IL is assigned to Lincoln Elementary School (elementary), rated B-; Nichols Middle School (middle), rated A-; Evanston Township High School (high), rated B+. All sit in Evanston Community Consolidated School District 65. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 870 Forest Ave, Evanston, IL compare to other homes in Evanston 60202?

Among the 9,475 homes in Evanston 60202, it is worth more than 48% of them ($400,370 against a typical $407,115), its price per square foot is higher than 59% of them ($334 against a typical $313), it is bigger than 37% of them (1,200 ft² against a typical 1,404 ft²), its lot is bigger than almost all of them (1.3 ac against a typical 0.18 ac) and it is newer than 88% of them (1979 against a typical 1950). Measured against all of Cook County, it is worth more than 63% 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 870 Forest Ave, Evanston, IL?

The 2023 property tax bill for 870 Forest Ave, Evanston, IL was $5,775. The county assessed it at $27,174.

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