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$385,664$342 / 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 Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $270,000 on Oct 29, 2018

8740 W VAIL DR

PALOS HILLS, IL 60465
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,127 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.
0.2 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1972
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
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

$386K
$367K low$405K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$270,000 · Oct 29, 2018

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$7,711 (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.$30,000 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$6,173
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$23,827
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$30,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$300,000

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.38
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
8
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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Split Level
CountyCOOK
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.20
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
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(3)

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.

H
Amos Alonzo Stagg High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.1 mi
E
Sorrick Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–1 · 1.2 mi
M
Conrady Junior High SchoolA+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.6 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 Vail Dr 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 76% of homes in Palos Hills 60465
  • Costs more per square foot than 98% of homes in Palos Hills 60465
  • Smaller than 83% of homes in Palos Hills 60465
  • Has a smaller lot than 77% of homes in Palos Hills 60465
  • Older than 70% of homes in Palos Hills 60465

What homes are worth in Palos Hills 60465

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

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$146K$597K

This home is worth more than 76% 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$385,664
CheaperTypical $291,306Pricier

Pricier than 76% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$342
CheaperTypical $228Pricier

Pricier than 98% of homes nearby

Living area1,127 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,400 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 17% of homes nearby

Lot size0.2 ac
SmallerTypical 0.27 acBigger

Bigger than 23% of homes nearby

Year built1972
OlderTypical 1975Newer

Newer than 30% of homes nearby

How 8740 W Vail Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePalos Hills 60465Cook County
Estimated valuepricier than$385,66476% of homes60% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$34298% of homes80% of homes
Living areabigger than1,127 ft²17% of homes25% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.2 ac23% of homes61% of homes
Year builtnewer than197230% of homes68% of homes

About 8740 W Vail Dr

How much is 8740 W Vail Dr, Palos Hills, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 8740 W Vail Dr, Palos Hills, IL is $385,664 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $366,635 to $404,693. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 8740 W Vail Dr, Palos Hills, IL last sell?

8740 W Vail Dr, Palos Hills, IL last sold on Oct 29, 2018 for $270,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 8740 W Vail Dr, Palos Hills, IL?

8740 W Vail Dr, Palos Hills, IL has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,127 square feet of living space and a 0.20-acre lot.

When was 8740 W Vail Dr, Palos Hills, IL built?

8740 W Vail Dr, Palos Hills, IL was built in 1972, making it 54 years old. It is a split level home.

What schools serve 8740 W Vail Dr, Palos Hills, IL?

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

How does 8740 W Vail Dr, Palos Hills, IL compare to other homes in Palos Hills 60465?

Among the 7,390 homes in Palos Hills 60465, it is worth more than 76% of them ($385,664 against a typical $291,306), its price per square foot is higher than 98% of them ($342 against a typical $228), it is bigger than 17% of them (1,127 ft² against a typical 1,400 ft²), its lot is bigger than 23% of them (0.2 ac against a typical 0.27 ac) and it is newer than 30% of them (1972 against a typical 1975). Measured against all of Cook County, it is worth more than 60% 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 Vail Dr, Palos Hills, IL?

The 2023 property tax bill for 8740 W Vail Dr, Palos Hills, IL was $7,711. The county assessed it at $30,000.

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