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$171,345$154 / 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 Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $59,900 on Dec 1, 1992

1004 KERN ST

NORMAL, IL 61761
3
Beds
4
Baths
1,112 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.
0.18 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1956
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$171K
$159K low$184K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$59,900 · Dec 1, 1992

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,940 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$63,603 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$14,376
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$49,227
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$63,603
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$190,809

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.42
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
18
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
75
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
74
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
46
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.Single Family Residence
CountyMcLean
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Patio · 260 ft²

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Oakdale Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.3 mi
M
Kingsley Junior High SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.5 mi
H
Normal Community West High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.9 mi

District: McLean County Unit School District 5

Neighborhood · ZIP 61761These 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.92
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.84
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.39

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.92%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.35%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.17%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.52,083
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,572 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$68,226
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$92,005
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.52°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.56%

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How this home compares

1004 Kern St 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 less than 88% of homes in Normal 61761
  • Smaller than 79% of homes in Normal 61761
  • Has a smaller lot than 69% of homes in McLean County
  • Older than 85% of homes in Normal 61761

What homes are worth in Normal 61761

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

This home
$114K$474K

This home is worth more than 12% of homes in Normal 61761.

How it measures up in Normal 61761

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Normal 61761.

Estimated value$171,345
CheaperTypical $254,595Pricier

Pricier than 12% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$154
CheaperTypical $165Pricier

Pricier than 38% of homes nearby

Living area1,112 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,500 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 21% of homes nearby

Lot size0.18 ac
SmallerTypical 0.2 acBigger

Bigger than 36% of homes nearby

Year built1956
OlderTypical 1979Newer

Newer than 15% of homes nearby

How 1004 Kern St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNormal 61761McLean County
Estimated valuepricier than$171,34512% of homes24% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$15438% of homes46% of homes
Living areabigger than1,112 ft²21% of homes23% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.18 ac36% of homes31% of homes
Year builtnewer than195615% of homes28% of homes

About 1004 Kern St

How much is 1004 Kern St, Normal, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1004 Kern St, Normal, IL is $171,345 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $158,961 to $183,729. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1004 Kern St, Normal, IL last sell?

1004 Kern St, Normal, IL last sold on Dec 1, 1992 for $59,900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1004 Kern St, Normal, IL?

1004 Kern St, Normal, IL has 3 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms and 1,112 square feet of living space.

When was 1004 Kern St, Normal, IL built?

1004 Kern St, Normal, IL was built in 1956, making it 70 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1004 Kern St, Normal, IL?

1004 Kern St, Normal, IL is assigned to Oakdale Elementary School (elementary), rated C-; Kingsley Junior High School (middle), rated C+; Normal Community West High School (high), rated B. All sit in McLean County Unit School District 5. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1004 Kern St, Normal, IL compare to other homes in Normal 61761?

Among the 12,953 homes in Normal 61761, it is worth more than 12% of them ($171,345 against a typical $254,595), its price per square foot is higher than 38% of them ($154 against a typical $165), it is bigger than 21% of them (1,112 ft² against a typical 1,500 ft²), its lot is bigger than 36% of them (0.18 ac against a typical 0.2 ac) and it is newer than 15% of them (1956 against a typical 1979). Measured against all of McLean County, it is worth more than 24% 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 1004 Kern St, Normal, IL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1004 Kern St, Normal, IL was $4,940. The county assessed it at $63,603.

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