Harvey City Property Records in Illinois
Harvey is a city in Cook County, Illinois, in the south suburbs of Chicago. Property records for Harvey parcels are public, and nearly all are held by Cook County.
Search for deeds, mortgages and recorded liens through the Cook County Clerk's Recordings Division. The Cook County Assessor's Office supplies assessed values and property characteristics for Thornton Township, and the Cook County Board of Review takes assessment appeals. Unpaid taxes and payment history are tracked by the Cook County Treasurer. Foreclosure, tax lien and code cases may be filed with the Clerk of the Circuit Court of Cook County, whose Sixth Municipal District courthouse is in Markham. The City of Harvey handles building permits and code enforcement.
Harvey Property and Community Statistics
What Are the Crime Rates
This section covers reported crime in Harvey, divided into violent crimes and property crimes. Violent crimes include murder, robbery, and assault, while property crimes include total property crimes, burglary, and motor vehicle theft.
Harvey recorded 1 murder, 39 robberies, and 80 assaults. For property crimes, the data shows 289 total property crimes, including 54 burglaries and 106 motor vehicle thefts.
These counts show how many incidents were reported in each category. Readers can compare the violent and property figures to see which types of reported crime appear most often in Harvey, and use the individual counts to understand the overall mix of reported offenses.
What Is the Population Profile of Harvey
Harvey's racial and ethnic makeup is shown across eight groups. Black residents are the largest group at 57% (11,330 people), followed by Hispanic residents at 35% (6,860 people) and White residents at 3% (631 people). Asian residents make up 2% (455 people), two or more races 2% (447 people), and Other Race 0.55% (108 people), while American Indian and Pacific Islander residents are each listed at 0% (0 people).
Harvey, Ratings Compared Across Illinois 
Harvey's ratings cover different aspects of life in the city, from housing and schools to nightlife and outdoor access. The highest-rated categories are Access to Parks (A), Diversity (A), and Access to Outdoor Activities (A-). Other notable ratings include Cost of Living (B+), Walkability (B), and Public Schools (C-). Together, these ratings provide an overview of key quality-of-life categories in Harvey.
How Educated Is Harvey
Harvey's Education data shows residents' educational attainment, including High School (39%), Below High School (24%), and Some College (16%). The data also includes other available education levels.
When Were Homes Built
Harvey's Home Age data shows when homes were built across different construction periods. Most homes were built during 1960 - 1979 (35%), followed by 1940 - 1959 (28%) and Before 1939 (22%). The data also includes other available construction periods.
How Many Bedrooms Do Homes Have?
Harvey's Home Size data shows the distribution of homes by number of bedrooms. Most homes have 3 Bedrooms (42%), followed by 2 Bedrooms (23%) and 4 Bedrooms (14%). The data also includes other available bedroom categories.
What Is the Average Age
Harvey's Population data shows the distribution of residents by age group. The largest groups are 65 Plus (16%), 25 - 34 (14%), and 45 - 54 (13%). The data also includes other available age groups.
Property Market Trends at Harvey
Harvey's property market remains strong, with the median home price reaching approximately $86,100. Suburban areas, however, offer more affordable housing options. The rental market is also competitive, with the median rent around $968 per month. Despite high demand and limited inventory, the market remains resilient, attracting both buyers and investors seeking long-term value in Harvey's dynamic real estate landscape.