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$229,274$184 / 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 Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $225,000 on Apr 5, 2022

8740 S KENNETH AVE

HOMETOWN, IL 60456
3
Beds
2 / 1
Baths
1,244 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.
0.12 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1956
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
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

$229K
$218K low$240K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$225,000 · Apr 5, 2022

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,596 (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.$18,000 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$3,010
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$14,990
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.$180,000

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.Row House
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Modern
CountyCook
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.12
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.Raised (Unspecified)
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(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.

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

E
Hometown Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.1 mi
M
Oak Lawn-Hometown Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.8 mi
H
Oak Lawn Community High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.0 mi

District: Oak Lawn-Hometown School District 123

Neighborhood · ZIP 60456These 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.83
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 100.42

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.97%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.14%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.5.4%
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.4,281
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.8,869 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$55,895
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$61,785
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

8740 S Kenneth 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.

  • Worth more than 79% of homes in Hometown 60456
  • Costs less per square foot than 75% of homes in Cook County
  • Bigger than 80% of homes in Hometown 60456
  • Has a bigger lot than 76% of homes in Hometown 60456
  • Newer than 97% of homes in Hometown 60456

What homes are worth in Hometown 60456

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

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$153K$292K

This home is worth more than 79% of homes in Hometown 60456.

How it measures up in Hometown 60456

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Hometown 60456.

Estimated value$229,274
CheaperTypical $188,919Pricier

Pricier than 79% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$184
CheaperTypical $198Pricier

Pricier than 33% of homes nearby

Living area1,244 ft²
SmallerTypical 936 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 80% of homes nearby

Lot size0.12 ac
SmallerTypical 4,095 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 76% of homes nearby

Year built1956
OlderTypical 1952Newer

Newer than 97% of homes nearby

How 8740 S Kenneth Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeHometown 60456Cook County
Estimated valuepricier than$229,27479% of homes25% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$18433% of homes25% of homes
Living areabigger than1,244 ft²80% of homes35% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.12 ac76% of homes38% of homes
Year builtnewer than195697% of homes46% of homes

About 8740 S Kenneth Ave

How much is 8740 S Kenneth Ave, Hometown, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 8740 S Kenneth Ave, Hometown, IL is $229,274 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $218,060 to $240,488. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 8740 S Kenneth Ave, Hometown, IL last sell?

8740 S Kenneth Ave, Hometown, IL last sold on Apr 5, 2022 for $225,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 8740 S Kenneth Ave, Hometown, IL?

8740 S Kenneth Ave, Hometown, IL has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,244 square feet of living space and a 0.12-acre lot.

When was 8740 S Kenneth Ave, Hometown, IL built?

8740 S Kenneth Ave, Hometown, IL was built in 1956, making it 70 years old. It is a modern home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 8740 S Kenneth Ave, Hometown, IL?

8740 S Kenneth Ave, Hometown, IL is assigned to Hometown Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; Oak Lawn-Hometown Middle School (middle), rated A-; Oak Lawn Community High School (high), rated C-. All sit in Oak Lawn-Hometown School District 123. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 8740 S Kenneth Ave, Hometown, IL compare to other homes in Hometown 60456?

Among the 1,644 homes in Hometown 60456, it is worth more than 79% of them ($229,274 against a typical $188,919), its price per square foot is higher than 33% of them ($184 against a typical $198), it is bigger than 80% of them (1,244 ft² against a typical 936 ft²), its lot is bigger than 76% of them (0.12 ac against a typical 4,095 ft²) and it is newer than 97% of them (1956 against a typical 1952). Measured against all of Cook County, it is worth more than 25% 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 8740 S Kenneth Ave, Hometown, IL?

The 2023 property tax bill for 8740 S Kenneth Ave, Hometown, IL was $5,596. The county assessed it at $18,000.

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