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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 94How 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 $600,000 on Aug 15, 2013

659 W BUCKINGHAM PL

CHICAGO, IL 60657
Building report
0
Baths
0.1 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1920
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
3
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$869K
$820K low$919K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$600,000 · Aug 15, 2013

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$9,639 (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.$60,444 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$24,272
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$36,172
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$60,444
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$604,440

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.34
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.
68
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
70
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
33
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.Condominium
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Condo/Apartment
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.1923
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.10
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(4)

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
Nettelhorst Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 0.1 mi
H
Lake View High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.4 mi

District: Chicago Public School District 299

Neighborhood · ZIP 60657These 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.134
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 100.45

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.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.49%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.2%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.2.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.72,065
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.26,192 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$116,083
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$154,519
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.37 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

659 W Buckingham Pl 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 93% of homes in Cook County
  • Has a smaller lot than 71% of homes in Lake View
  • Older than 83% of homes in Cook County

What homes are worth in Chicago 60657

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

This home
$159K$2.3M

This home is worth more than 79% of homes in Chicago 60657.

How it measures up in Chicago 60657

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Chicago 60657.

Estimated value$869,409
CheaperTypical $523,670Pricier

Pricier than 79% of homes nearby

Lot size0.1 ac
SmallerTypical 0.21 acBigger

Bigger than 33% of homes nearby

Year built1920
OlderTypical 1963Newer

Newer than 27% of homes nearby

How 659 W Buckingham Pl ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeLake ViewChicago 60657Cook County
Estimated valuepricier than$869,40982% of homes79% of homes93% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.1 ac29% of homes33% of homes33% of homes
Year builtnewer than192026% of homes27% of homes17% of homes

About 659 W Buckingham Pl

How much is 659 W Buckingham Pl, Chicago, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 659 W Buckingham Pl, Chicago, IL is $869,409 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $820,302 to $918,516. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 659 W Buckingham Pl, Chicago, IL last sell?

659 W Buckingham Pl, Chicago, IL last sold on Aug 15, 2013 for $600,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

When was 659 W Buckingham Pl, Chicago, IL built?

659 W Buckingham Pl, Chicago, IL was built in 1920, making it 106 years old. It is a condo/apartment home. The building has 3 stories.

What schools serve 659 W Buckingham Pl, Chicago, IL?

659 W Buckingham Pl, Chicago, IL is assigned to Nettelhorst Elementary School (elementary), rated A; Lake View High School (high), rated D+. All sit in Chicago Public School District 299. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 659 W Buckingham Pl, Chicago, IL compare to other homes in Chicago 60657?

Among the 21,440 homes in Chicago 60657, it is worth more than 79% of them ($869,409 against a typical $523,670), its lot is bigger than 33% of them (0.1 ac against a typical 0.21 ac) and it is newer than 27% of them (1920 against a typical 1963). Measured against all of Cook County, it is worth more than 93% 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 659 W Buckingham Pl, Chicago, IL?

The 2023 property tax bill for 659 W Buckingham Pl, Chicago, IL was $9,639. The county assessed it at $60,444.

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