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$173,571$170 / 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 87How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026

9540 S FOREST AVE

CHICAGO, IL 60628
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,022 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.
3,720 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1959
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
4
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

$174K
$150K low$197K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,220 (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.$15,100 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$2,790
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$12,310
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$18,539
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$151,000

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.
71
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.Bungalow
CountyCook
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.09
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

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

H
Harlan Community Academy High School
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.3 mi
E
Bennett Elementary SchoolD
Elementary · Grades KG–8 · 0.7 mi

District: Chicago Public School District 299

Neighborhood · ZIP 60628These 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.120
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.107
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.48

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.87%
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.22%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.62,631
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.5,829 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$54,863
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$71,156
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

9540 S 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.

  • Worth less than 87% of homes in Cook County
  • Costs more per square foot than 85% of homes in Chicago 60628
  • Smaller than 84% of homes in Cook County
  • Has a smaller lot than 80% of homes in Cook County
  • Newer than 86% of homes in Roseland

What homes are worth in Chicago 60628

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

This home
$53K$290K

This home is worth more than 73% of homes in Chicago 60628.

How it measures up in Chicago 60628

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Chicago 60628.

Estimated value$173,571
CheaperTypical $142,809Pricier

Pricier than 73% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$170
CheaperTypical $125Pricier

Pricier than 85% of homes nearby

Living area1,022 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,142 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 32% of homes nearby

Lot size3,720 ft²
SmallerTypical 3,877 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 36% of homes nearby

Year built1959
OlderTypical 1939Newer

Newer than 86% of homes nearby

How 9540 S Forest Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRoselandChicago 60628Cook County
Estimated valuepricier than$173,57165% of homes73% of homes13% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$17081% of homes85% of homes20% of homes
Living areabigger than1,022 ft²30% of homes32% of homes16% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3,720 ft²35% of homes36% of homes20% of homes
Year builtnewer than195986% of homes86% of homes50% of homes

About 9540 S Forest Ave

How much is 9540 S Forest Ave, Chicago, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 9540 S Forest Ave, Chicago, IL is $173,571 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $150,435 to $196,707. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 9540 S Forest Ave, Chicago, IL last sell?

9540 S Forest Ave, Chicago, IL last sold on Apr 17, 1991, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 9540 S Forest Ave, Chicago, IL?

9540 S Forest Ave, Chicago, IL has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,022 square feet of living space and a 0.09-acre lot.

When was 9540 S Forest Ave, Chicago, IL built?

9540 S Forest Ave, Chicago, IL was built in 1959, making it 67 years old. It is a bungalow home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 9540 S Forest Ave, Chicago, IL?

9540 S Forest Ave, Chicago, IL is assigned to Harlan Community Academy High School (high); Bennett Elementary School (elementary), rated D. All sit in Chicago Public School District 299. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 9540 S Forest Ave, Chicago, IL compare to other homes in Chicago 60628?

Among the 20,980 homes in Chicago 60628, it is worth more than 73% of them ($173,571 against a typical $142,809), its price per square foot is higher than 85% of them ($170 against a typical $125), it is bigger than 32% of them (1,022 ft² against a typical 1,142 ft²), its lot is bigger than 36% of them (3,720 ft² against a typical 3,877 ft²) and it is newer than 86% of them (1959 against a typical 1939). Measured against all of Cook County, it is worth more than 13% 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 9540 S Forest Ave, Chicago, IL?

The 2023 property tax bill for 9540 S Forest Ave, Chicago, IL was $3,220. The county assessed it at $15,100.

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