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$420,167$376 / 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 Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $220,000 on Aug 29, 2016

8952 BENNETT AVE

EVANSTON, IL 60203
3
Beds
2 / 1
Baths
1,116 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.
0.16 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1955
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

$420K
$397K low$443K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$220,000 · Aug 29, 2016

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$7,141 (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.$34,000 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$8,400
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$25,600
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$34,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$340,000

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.47
63
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.
65
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.
40
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.28 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%

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.Bungalow
CountyCook
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.16
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Masonry/Concrete Masonry Units (Cmus)
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.Central
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Detached

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
Walker Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.4 mi
H
Evanston Township High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.6 mi
M
Chute Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.6 mi

District: Evanston Community Consolidated School District 65

Neighborhood · ZIP 60203These 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.23
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.115
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.46

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.34%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.3.5%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.5%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.4,233
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.6,459 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$144,669
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$173,318
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

8952 Bennett 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 less than 85% of homes in Evanston 60203
  • Costs more per square foot than 87% of homes in Cook County
  • Smaller than 96% of homes in Evanston 60203

What homes are worth in Evanston 60203

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

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$310K$1.3M

This home is worth more than 15% of homes in Evanston 60203.

How it measures up in Evanston 60203

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Evanston 60203.

Estimated value$420,167
CheaperTypical $599,183Pricier

Pricier than 15% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$376
CheaperTypical $351Pricier

Pricier than 70% of homes nearby

Living area1,116 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,841 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 4% of homes nearby

Lot size0.16 ac
SmallerTypical 0.17 acBigger

Bigger than 42% of homes nearby

Year built1955
OlderTypical 1955Newer

Newer than 57% of homes nearby

How 8952 Bennett Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeEvanston 60203Cook County
Estimated valuepricier than$420,16715% of homes67% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$37670% of homes87% of homes
Living areabigger than1,116 ft²4% of homes25% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.16 ac42% of homes53% of homes
Year builtnewer than195557% of homes44% of homes

About 8952 Bennett Ave

How much is 8952 Bennett Ave, Evanston, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 8952 Bennett Ave, Evanston, IL is $420,167 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $397,040 to $443,294. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 8952 Bennett Ave, Evanston, IL last sell?

8952 Bennett Ave, Evanston, IL last sold on Aug 29, 2016 for $220,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 8952 Bennett Ave, Evanston, IL?

8952 Bennett Ave, Evanston, IL has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,116 square feet of living space and a 0.16-acre lot.

When was 8952 Bennett Ave, Evanston, IL built?

8952 Bennett Ave, Evanston, IL was built in 1955, making it 71 years old. It is a bungalow home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 8952 Bennett Ave, Evanston, IL?

8952 Bennett Ave, Evanston, IL is assigned to Walker Elementary School (elementary), rated B+; Evanston Township High School (high), rated B+; Chute Middle School (middle), rated A-. All sit in Evanston Community Consolidated School District 65. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 8952 Bennett Ave, Evanston, IL compare to other homes in Evanston 60203?

Among the 1,820 homes in Evanston 60203, it is worth more than 15% of them ($420,167 against a typical $599,183), its price per square foot is higher than 70% of them ($376 against a typical $351), it is bigger than 4% of them (1,116 ft² against a typical 1,841 ft²), its lot is bigger than 42% of them (0.16 ac against a typical 0.17 ac) and it is newer than 57% of them (1955 against a typical 1955). Measured against all of Cook County, it is worth more than 67% 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 8952 Bennett Ave, Evanston, IL?

The 2023 property tax bill for 8952 Bennett Ave, Evanston, IL was $7,141. The county assessed it at $34,000.

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