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$278,269$205 / 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 46How 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 $687,000 on Nov 6, 2025

1008 PELICAN ST

EFFINGHAM, IL 62401
1
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,356 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.
0.22 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1965
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$278K
$128K low$429K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$687,000 · Nov 6, 2025

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,218 (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.$54,130 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$10,920
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$43,210
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$49,210
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$162,390

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyEFFINGHAM
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.22
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(1)

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.

M
Effingham Junior High SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.1 mi
H
Effingham High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.3 mi
E
South Side Grade School
Elementary · Grades 1–2 · 1.4 mi

District: Effingham Community Unit School District 40

Neighborhood · ZIP 62401These 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.105
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.85
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.124

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.91%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.22%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.14%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.17,538
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.162 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$76,272
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$90,862
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.54°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.41 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.59%

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How this home compares

1008 Pelican 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 78% of homes in Effingham 62401
  • Costs less per square foot than 82% of homes in Effingham 62401
  • Has a smaller lot than 84% of homes in Effingham County
  • Older than 66% of homes in Effingham 62401

What homes are worth in Effingham 62401

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

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$137K$1.2M

This home is worth more than 22% of homes in Effingham 62401.

How it measures up in Effingham 62401

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Effingham 62401.

Estimated value$278,269
CheaperTypical $419,877Pricier

Pricier than 22% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$205
CheaperTypical $294Pricier

Pricier than 18% of homes nearby

Living area1,356 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,440 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 44% of homes nearby

Lot size0.22 ac
SmallerTypical 0.43 acBigger

Bigger than 23% of homes nearby

Year built1965
OlderTypical 1976Newer

Newer than 34% of homes nearby

How 1008 Pelican St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeEffingham 62401Effingham County
Estimated valuepricier than$278,26922% of homes33% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$20518% of homes33% of homes
Living areabigger than1,356 ft²44% of homes44% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.22 ac23% of homes16% of homes
Year builtnewer than196534% of homes34% of homes

About 1008 Pelican St

How much is 1008 Pelican St, Effingham, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1008 Pelican St, Effingham, IL is $278,269 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $127,568 to $428,970. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1008 Pelican St, Effingham, IL last sell?

1008 Pelican St, Effingham, IL last sold on Nov 6, 2025 for $687,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1008 Pelican St, Effingham, IL?

1008 Pelican St, Effingham, IL has 1 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,356 square feet of living space and a 0.22-acre lot.

When was 1008 Pelican St, Effingham, IL built?

1008 Pelican St, Effingham, IL was built in 1965, making it 61 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1008 Pelican St, Effingham, IL?

1008 Pelican St, Effingham, IL is assigned to Effingham Junior High School (middle), rated C+; Effingham High School (high), rated B-; South Side Grade School (elementary). All sit in Effingham Community Unit School District 40. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1008 Pelican St, Effingham, IL compare to other homes in Effingham 62401?

Among the 7,356 homes in Effingham 62401, it is worth more than 22% of them ($278,269 against a typical $419,877), its price per square foot is higher than 18% of them ($205 against a typical $294), it is bigger than 44% of them (1,356 ft² against a typical 1,440 ft²), its lot is bigger than 23% of them (0.22 ac against a typical 0.43 ac) and it is newer than 34% of them (1965 against a typical 1976). Measured against all of Effingham County, it is worth more than 33% 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 1008 Pelican St, Effingham, IL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1008 Pelican St, Effingham, IL was $1,218. The county assessed it at $54,130.

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