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$141,873$118 / 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 Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $84,000 on Sep 17, 1999

14538 VAN BUREN ST

DOLTON, IL 60419
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,200 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.
0.11 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1971
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$142K
$124K low$160K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$84,000 · Sep 17, 1999

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,911 (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.$14,000 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$2,040
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$11,960
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$14,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$140,000

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.39
10
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.
72
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
76
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.6 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%

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.0.11
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.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.No Garage
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(1)

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
Lincoln Elementary SchoolF
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 0.6 mi
M
Lincoln Junior High SchoolD-
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 0.6 mi
H
Thornridge High SchoolF
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.7 mi

District: Dolton School District 148

Neighborhood · ZIP 60419These 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.107
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.108
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.47

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.89%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.16%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.19%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.20,027
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.4,432 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$64,012
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$81,573
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

14538 Van Buren 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 93% of homes in Cook County
  • Smaller than 67% of homes in Cook County
  • Has a smaller lot than 86% of homes in Dolton 60419
  • Newer than 84% of homes in Dolton 60419

What homes are worth in Dolton 60419

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

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$68K$251K

This home is worth more than 43% of homes in Dolton 60419.

How it measures up in Dolton 60419

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Dolton 60419.

Estimated value$141,873
CheaperTypical $148,274Pricier

Pricier than 43% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$118
CheaperTypical $128Pricier

Pricier than 38% of homes nearby

Living area1,200 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,155 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 59% of homes nearby

Lot size0.11 ac
SmallerTypical 0.12 acBigger

Bigger than 14% of homes nearby

Year built1971
OlderTypical 1959Newer

Newer than 84% of homes nearby

How 14538 Van Buren St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeDolton 60419Cook County
Estimated valuepricier than$141,87343% of homes7% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$11838% of homes7% of homes
Living areabigger than1,200 ft²59% of homes33% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.11 ac14% of homes35% of homes
Year builtnewer than197184% of homes67% of homes

About 14538 Van Buren St

How much is 14538 Van Buren St, Dolton, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 14538 Van Buren St, Dolton, IL is $141,873 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $123,762 to $159,984. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 14538 Van Buren St, Dolton, IL last sell?

14538 Van Buren St, Dolton, IL last sold on Sep 17, 1999 for $84,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 14538 Van Buren St, Dolton, IL?

14538 Van Buren St, Dolton, IL has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,200 square feet of living space and a 0.11-acre lot.

When was 14538 Van Buren St, Dolton, IL built?

14538 Van Buren St, Dolton, IL was built in 1971, making it 55 years old. It is a bungalow home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 14538 Van Buren St, Dolton, IL?

14538 Van Buren St, Dolton, IL is assigned to Lincoln Elementary School (elementary), rated F; Lincoln Junior High School (middle), rated D-; Thornridge High School (high), rated F. All sit in Dolton School District 148. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 14538 Van Buren St, Dolton, IL compare to other homes in Dolton 60419?

Among the 8,061 homes in Dolton 60419, it is worth more than 43% of them ($141,873 against a typical $148,274), its price per square foot is higher than 38% of them ($118 against a typical $128), it is bigger than 59% of them (1,200 ft² against a typical 1,155 ft²), its lot is bigger than 14% of them (0.11 ac against a typical 0.12 ac) and it is newer than 84% of them (1971 against a typical 1959). 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 14538 Van Buren St, Dolton, IL?

The 2023 property tax bill for 14538 Van Buren St, Dolton, IL was $1,911. The county assessed it at $14,000.

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