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$364,439$318 / 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 93How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026

6012 S RUTHERFORD AVE

CHICAGO, IL 60638
3
Beds
2 / 1
Baths
1,145 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.
3,780 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1958
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

$364K
$340K low$389K high
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$364,439
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$291,551

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,823 (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.$29,000 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$5,292
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$23,708
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$22,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$290,000

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.38
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.
71
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.
45
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.7 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.0.09
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.None
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Detached

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.

H
Kennedy High SchoolF
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.7 mi
E
Dore Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 0.8 mi

District: Chicago Public School District 299

Neighborhood · ZIP 60638These 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.59
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.116
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.45

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.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.17%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.5.1%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.8%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.58,181
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.5,026 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$81,189
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$103,417
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%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

6012 S Rutherford 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 more than 85% of homes in Clearing
  • Costs more per square foot than 75% of homes in Clearing
  • Smaller than 73% of homes in Cook County
  • Has a smaller lot than 76% of homes in Cook County

What homes are worth in Chicago 60638

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

This home
$151K$539K

This home is worth more than 77% of homes in Chicago 60638.

How it measures up in Chicago 60638

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Chicago 60638.

Estimated value$364,439
CheaperTypical $326,935Pricier

Pricier than 77% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$318
CheaperTypical $297Pricier

Pricier than 69% of homes nearby

Living area1,145 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,086 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 61% of homes nearby

Lot size3,780 ft²
SmallerTypical 3,790 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 35% of homes nearby

Year built1958
OlderTypical 1956Newer

Newer than 63% of homes nearby

How 6012 S Rutherford Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeClearingChicago 60638Cook County
Estimated valuepricier than$364,43985% of homes77% of homes55% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$31875% of homes69% of homes74% of homes
Living areabigger than1,145 ft²64% of homes61% of homes27% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3,780 ft²48% of homes35% of homes24% of homes
Year builtnewer than195852% of homes63% of homes50% of homes

About 6012 S Rutherford Ave

How much is 6012 S Rutherford Ave, Chicago, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 6012 S Rutherford Ave, Chicago, IL is $364,439 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $339,932 to $388,946. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 6012 S Rutherford Ave, Chicago, IL last sell?

6012 S Rutherford Ave, Chicago, IL last sold on Sep 1, 1988, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 6012 S Rutherford Ave, Chicago, IL?

6012 S Rutherford Ave, Chicago, IL has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,145 square feet of living space and a 0.09-acre lot.

When was 6012 S Rutherford Ave, Chicago, IL built?

6012 S Rutherford Ave, Chicago, IL was built in 1958, making it 68 years old. It is a bungalow home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 6012 S Rutherford Ave, Chicago, IL?

6012 S Rutherford Ave, Chicago, IL is assigned to Kennedy High School (high), rated F; Dore Elementary School (elementary), rated B-. All sit in Chicago Public School District 299. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 6012 S Rutherford Ave, Chicago, IL compare to other homes in Chicago 60638?

Among the 18,444 homes in Chicago 60638, it is worth more than 77% of them ($364,439 against a typical $326,935), its price per square foot is higher than 69% of them ($318 against a typical $297), it is bigger than 61% of them (1,145 ft² against a typical 1,086 ft²), its lot is bigger than 35% of them (3,780 ft² against a typical 3,790 ft²) and it is newer than 63% of them (1958 against a typical 1956). Measured against all of Cook County, it is worth more than 55% 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 6012 S Rutherford Ave, Chicago, IL?

The 2023 property tax bill for 6012 S Rutherford Ave, Chicago, IL was $3,823. The county assessed it at $29,000.

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