As of Jan. 15, six commercial properties in Skokie were delinquent on their 2021 property taxes, according to the North Cook News analysis of data made available on the Cook County Treasurer’s website.
This translates to roughly $117,917 in debts.
Illinois Republicans proposed a bill that aims to reduce the state’s second-in-the-nation property taxes, arguing high taxes create “opportunity deserts” in minority communities and hinder economic growth. The bill claims to deliver 50% relief without affecting the state budget, though it could lower school levies in certain places.
Not only does Illinois hold the second-highest property taxes in the US, but a 2023 study found that the state has the highest overall tax rate in the country. A typical Illinoisian family pays around $10,463 in state and local taxes, which translates to approximately 15.05% of their average income.
The following table lists all six commercial properties in Skokie with unpaid 2021 taxes, according to BlockShopper.com.
| Taxpayer Name | Property Address | Municipality | Township | PIN | Total Tax Due | Total Due (Including Interest) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Birkenheier Properties | 9229 Ewing Ave. | Skokie | Niles | 10-14-225-020-0000 | $33,257 | $42,453 |
| Old Orchard ACQ. Partn | 9700 Woods Drive | Skokie | Niles | 10-09-304-045-0000 | $24,367 | $31,118 |
| Ricardo Gerardo Reyes | 4826 W. Main St. | Skokie | Niles | 10-21-226-029-0000 | $18,008 | $23,004 |
| Main St. Land Company, LLC | 4839 Main St. | Skokie | Niles | 10-21-402-012-0000 | $8,782 | $10,504 |
| Main St. Land Company, LLC | 4839 Main St. | Skokie | Niles | 10-21-402-013-0000 | $8,782 | $10,504 |
| 2600 Devon, LLC | 8110 St. Louis Ave. | Skokie | Niles | 10-23-406-052-0000 | $268 | $330 |
