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$497,464$190 / 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 85How 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

8740 W 98TH ST

PALOS HILLS, IL 60465
5
Beds
3
Baths
2,612 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.
0.23 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1985
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
9
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

$497K
$422K low$573K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$9,796 (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.$38,013 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$7,035
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$30,978
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$39,868
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$380,130

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.
4
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.
73
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.Single Family Residence
CountyCOOK
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.23
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.Yes
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
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.

M
Conrady Junior High SchoolA+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.0 mi
E
Sorrick Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–1 · 1.4 mi
H
Amos Alonzo Stagg High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.0 mi

District: North Palos School District 117

Neighborhood · ZIP 60465These 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.75
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 100.50

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.17%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.10%
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.17,274
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,620 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$88,787
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$102,060
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 W 98th St 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 94% of homes in Palos Hills 60465
  • Costs less per square foot than 77% of homes in Palos Hills 60465
  • Bigger than 90% of homes in Palos Hills 60465
  • Has a bigger lot than 69% of homes in Cook County
  • Newer than 79% of homes in Cook County

What homes are worth in Palos Hills 60465

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

This home
$145K$608K

This home is worth more than 94% of homes in Palos Hills 60465.

How it measures up in Palos Hills 60465

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Palos Hills 60465.

Estimated value$497,464
CheaperTypical $286,974Pricier

Pricier than 94% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$190
CheaperTypical $221Pricier

Pricier than 23% of homes nearby

Living area2,612 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,400 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 90% of homes nearby

Lot size0.23 ac
SmallerTypical 0.27 acBigger

Bigger than 35% of homes nearby

Year built1985
OlderTypical 1975Newer

Newer than 75% of homes nearby

How 8740 W 98th St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePalos Hills 60465Cook County
Estimated valuepricier than$497,46494% of homes76% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$19023% of homes27% of homes
Living areabigger than2,612 ft²90% of homes84% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.23 ac35% of homes69% of homes
Year builtnewer than198575% of homes79% of homes

About 8740 W 98th St

How much is 8740 W 98th St, Palos Hills, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 8740 W 98th St, Palos Hills, IL is $497,464 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $422,105 to $572,823. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 8740 W 98th St, Palos Hills, IL last sell?

8740 W 98th St, Palos Hills, IL last sold on Jun 28, 1994, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 8740 W 98th St, Palos Hills, IL?

8740 W 98th St, Palos Hills, IL has 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2,612 square feet of living space and a 0.23-acre lot.

When was 8740 W 98th St, Palos Hills, IL built?

8740 W 98th St, Palos Hills, IL was built in 1985, making it 41 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 8740 W 98th St, Palos Hills, IL?

8740 W 98th St, Palos Hills, IL is assigned to Conrady Junior High School (middle), rated A+; Sorrick Elementary School (elementary); Amos Alonzo Stagg High School (high), rated B. All sit in North Palos School District 117. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 8740 W 98th St, Palos Hills, IL compare to other homes in Palos Hills 60465?

Among the 7,379 homes in Palos Hills 60465, it is worth more than 94% of them ($497,464 against a typical $286,974), its price per square foot is higher than 23% of them ($190 against a typical $221), it is bigger than 90% of them (2,612 ft² against a typical 1,400 ft²), its lot is bigger than 35% of them (0.23 ac against a typical 0.27 ac) and it is newer than 75% of them (1985 against a typical 1975). Measured against all of Cook County, it is worth more than 76% 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 W 98th St, Palos Hills, IL?

The 2023 property tax bill for 8740 W 98th St, Palos Hills, IL was $9,796. The county assessed it at $38,013.

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