Palos Hills City Property Records in Illinois
Palos Hills is a city in Cook County, Illinois, in the southwest suburbs of Chicago and home to Moraine Valley Community College. Public property records here include deeds, assessments, tax bills and liens.
Recorded documents are available from the Cook County Clerk's Recordings Division, which assumed the former Recorder of Deeds' responsibilities. The Cook County Assessor's Office posts values and parcel characteristics, and the Cook County Board of Review handles assessment disputes. Property tax information comes from the Cook County Treasurer's Office. For permits and zoning, contact the City of Palos Hills Building Department. The Clerk of the Circuit Court of Cook County holds foreclosure and judgment files.
Palos Hills Property and Community Statistics
What Are the Crime Rates
This section covers reported crime in Palos Hills and shows how many incidents were recorded across different offense types. It includes violent crimes such as murder, robbery and assault, as well as property crimes such as total property crimes, burglary and motor vehicle theft.
In the data, Palos Hills recorded 0 murders, 3 robberies and 9 assaults. For property crimes, the data shows 72 total property crimes, including 22 burglaries and 15 motor vehicle thefts.
These counts let users compare how often each type of offense was reported in the city. The figures describe reported incidents only, so they do not provide a complete picture of crime in Palos Hills.
What Is the Population Profile of Palos Hills
Palos Hills is predominantly White, at 81% of residents (14,746 people). Hispanic residents are the second-largest group at 11% (1,937 people), followed by Black residents at 5% (870 people). Asian residents make up 2% (325 people), Two or More Races residents 1% (247 people), and Other Race residents 0.08% (14 people). American Indian and Pacific Islander residents are each recorded at 0% (0 people).
Palos Hills, Ratings Compared Across Illinois 
Palos Hills's ratings cover different aspects of life in the city. Public Schools is the highest-rated category at A, followed by Access to Coffee Shops and Good for Families at A. Access to Outdoor Activities, Access to Parks and Access to Restaurants are rated A-, while Weather is the lowest at C+. Together, these ratings provide an overview of key quality-of-life categories.
How Educated Is Palos Hills
Palos Hills's Education data shows residents' educational attainment, including High School (34%), Bachelor Degree (16%), and Below High School (13%). The data also includes other available education levels.
When Were Homes Built
Palos Hills's Home Age data shows when homes were built across different construction periods. Most homes were built during 1960 - 1979 (56%), followed by 1980 - 1999 (32%) and 1940 - 1959 (7%). The data also includes other available construction periods.
How Many Bedrooms Do Homes Have?
Palos Hills's Home Size data shows the distribution of homes by number of bedrooms. Most homes have 2 Bedrooms (44%), followed by 3 Bedrooms (34%) and 4 Bedrooms (10%). The data also includes other available bedroom categories.
What Is the Average Age
Palos Hills's Population data shows the distribution of residents by age group. The largest groups are 65 Plus (19%), 35 - 44 (16%), and 45 - 54 (14%). The data also includes other available age groups.
Property Market Trends at Palos Hills
Palos Hills's property market remains strong, with the median home price reaching approximately $259,200. Suburban areas, however, offer more affordable housing options. The rental market is also competitive, with the median rent around $1,267 per month. Despite high demand and limited inventory, the market remains resilient, attracting both buyers and investors seeking long-term value in Palos Hills's dynamic real estate landscape.