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$327,074$270 / 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 92How 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 PROSPECT AVE

CHICAGO, IL 60643
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,213 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.
0.14 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1913
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

$327K
$302K low$352K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,574 (2024)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$26,000 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$7,625
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$18,375
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$26,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$260,000

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.37
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.
72
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
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1915
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.14
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.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Hot Water
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Detached
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.

Foreclosure Filings(10)

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

E
Kellogg Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades KG–8 · 0.7 mi
H
Morgan Park High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.9 mi

District: Chicago Public School District 299

Neighborhood · ZIP 60643These 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.73
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.105
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.93%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.22%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.11%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.3%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.46,303
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.6,273 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$89,266
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$120,904
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 Prospect 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 78% of homes in Beverly
  • Costs more per square foot than 86% of homes in Chicago 60643
  • Smaller than 81% of homes in Beverly
  • Older than 88% of homes in Chicago 60643

What homes are worth in Chicago 60643

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

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$84K$752K

This home is worth more than 66% of homes in Chicago 60643.

How it measures up in Chicago 60643

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Chicago 60643.

Estimated value$327,074
CheaperTypical $226,140Pricier

Pricier than 66% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$270
CheaperTypical $183Pricier

Pricier than 86% of homes nearby

Living area1,213 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,272 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 46% of homes nearby

Lot size0.14 ac
SmallerTypical 0.11 acBigger

Bigger than 64% of homes nearby

Year built1913
OlderTypical 1948Newer

Newer than 12% of homes nearby

How 9540 S Prospect Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBeverlyChicago 60643Cook County
Estimated valuepricier than$327,07422% of homes66% of homes48% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$27062% of homes86% of homes58% of homes
Living areabigger than1,213 ft²19% of homes46% of homes33% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.14 ac46% of homes64% of homes44% of homes
Year builtnewer than191313% of homes12% of homes13% of homes

About 9540 S Prospect Ave

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

The TopHap Estimate for 9540 S Prospect Ave, Chicago, IL is $327,074 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $301,950 to $352,198. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

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

9540 S Prospect Ave, Chicago, IL last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

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

9540 S Prospect Ave, Chicago, IL has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,213 square feet of living space and a 0.14-acre lot.

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

9540 S Prospect Ave, Chicago, IL was built in 1913, making it 113 years old. It is a bungalow home. The building has 1 story.

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

9540 S Prospect Ave, Chicago, IL is assigned to Kellogg Elementary School (elementary), rated B+; Morgan Park High School (high), rated C-. All sit in Chicago Public School District 299. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 9540 S Prospect Ave, Chicago, IL compare to other homes in Chicago 60643?

Among the 17,157 homes in Chicago 60643, it is worth more than 66% of them ($327,074 against a typical $226,140), its price per square foot is higher than 86% of them ($270 against a typical $183), it is bigger than 46% of them (1,213 ft² against a typical 1,272 ft²), its lot is bigger than 64% of them (0.14 ac against a typical 0.11 ac) and it is newer than 12% of them (1913 against a typical 1948). Measured against all of Cook County, it is worth more than 48% 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 Prospect Ave, Chicago, IL?

The 2024 property tax bill for 9540 S Prospect Ave, Chicago, IL was $4,574. The county assessed it at $26,000.

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