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$138,267$143 / 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 90How 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

959 W 71ST ST

CHICAGO, IL 60621
2
Beds
1
Baths
969 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.
3,125 ft²
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.
2
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

$138K
$125K low$152K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$949 (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.$7,501 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$938
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$6,563
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$4,499
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$75,010

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
54
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.
69
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.18 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.Split Level
CountyCook
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.07
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.

E
Bond Elementary SchoolD-
Elementary · Grades KG–8 · 0.2 mi
H
Robeson High School
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.8 mi

District: Chicago Public School District 299

Neighborhood · ZIP 60621These 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.177
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.104
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.41

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.78%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.12%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.32%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.30,536
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.8,222 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$38,050
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$49,690
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

959 W 71st 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 less than 93% of homes in Cook County
  • Costs less per square foot than 88% of homes in Cook County
  • Smaller than 89% of homes in Cook County
  • Has a smaller lot than 90% of homes in Cook County
  • Newer than 97% of homes in Englewood

What homes are worth in Chicago 60621

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

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$46K$286K

This home is worth more than 71% of homes in Chicago 60621.

How it measures up in Chicago 60621

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Chicago 60621.

Estimated value$138,267
CheaperTypical $110,856Pricier

Pricier than 71% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$143
CheaperTypical $95Pricier

Pricier than 86% of homes nearby

Living area969 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,980 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 14% of homes nearby

Lot size3,125 ft²
SmallerTypical 3,136 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 15% of homes nearby

Year built1972
OlderTypical 1901Newer

Newer than 94% of homes nearby

How 959 W 71st St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeEnglewoodChicago 60621Cook County
Estimated valuepricier than$138,26760% of homes71% of homes7% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$14372% of homes86% of homes12% of homes
Living areabigger than969 ft²21% of homes14% of homes11% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3,125 ft²21% of homes15% of homes10% of homes
Year builtnewer than197297% of homes94% of homes69% of homes

About 959 W 71st St

How much is 959 W 71st St, Chicago, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 959 W 71st St, Chicago, IL is $138,267 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $124,630 to $151,904. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 959 W 71st St, Chicago, IL last sell?

959 W 71st St, Chicago, IL last sold on Dec 14, 2017, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 959 W 71st St, Chicago, IL?

959 W 71st St, Chicago, IL has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 969 square feet of living space and a 0.07-acre lot.

When was 959 W 71st St, Chicago, IL built?

959 W 71st St, Chicago, IL was built in 1972, making it 54 years old. It is a split level home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 959 W 71st St, Chicago, IL?

959 W 71st St, Chicago, IL is assigned to Bond Elementary School (elementary), rated D-; Robeson High School (high). All sit in Chicago Public School District 299. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 959 W 71st St, Chicago, IL compare to other homes in Chicago 60621?

Among the 5,945 homes in Chicago 60621, it is worth more than 71% of them ($138,267 against a typical $110,856), its price per square foot is higher than 86% of them ($143 against a typical $95), it is bigger than 14% of them (969 ft² against a typical 1,980 ft²), its lot is bigger than 15% of them (3,125 ft² against a typical 3,136 ft²) and it is newer than 94% of them (1972 against a typical 1901). Measured against all of Cook County, it is worth more than 7% 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 959 W 71st St, Chicago, IL?

The 2023 property tax bill for 959 W 71st St, Chicago, IL was $949. The county assessed it at $7,501.

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