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$786,514$466 / 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 91How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $700,000 on Mar 18, 2022

1016 W UNIVERSITY AVE

CHAMPAIGN, IL 61821
2.5
Baths
1,687 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.
0.34 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1914
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$787K
$715K low$858K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$700,000 · Mar 18, 2022
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$186,514
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$149,211
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.74%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$600,000
FIRST FSB OF CHAMPAIGN URBANA · 3.12% 2 · recorded Mar 18, 2022

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$14,398 (2024)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$191,980 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$41,240
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$150,740
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$171,110
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$575,940

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyCHAMPAIGN
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.34
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Detached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Patio · 96 ft²

Transaction History(2)

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.

E
Dr Howard Elementary SchoolD
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.1 mi
H
Central High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.5 mi
M
Franklin Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.7 mi

District: Champaign Community Unit School District 4

Neighborhood · ZIP 61821These 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.78
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.86
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.49

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.93%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.21%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.13%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.4%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.31,352
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.3,528 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$74,699
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$92,842
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.52°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.40 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.56%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

1016 W University Ave 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.

  • Among the most valuable homes in Champaign 61821
  • Among the highest price per square foot in Champaign 61821
  • Bigger than 86% of homes in Champaign 61821
  • Has a bigger lot than 93% of homes in Champaign 61821
  • Older than 96% of homes in Champaign 61821

What homes are worth in Champaign 61821

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

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$80K$581K

This home is worth more than almost all homes in Champaign 61821.

How it measures up in Champaign 61821

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Champaign 61821.

Estimated value$786,514
CheaperTypical $197,299Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Price per ft²$466
CheaperTypical $164Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Living area1,687 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,168 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 86% of homes nearby

Lot size0.34 ac
SmallerTypical 0.17 acBigger

Bigger than 93% of homes nearby

Year built1914
OlderTypical 1960Newer

Newer than 4% of homes nearby

How 1016 W University Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeChampaign 61821Champaign County
Estimated valuepricier than$786,514almost all homesalmost all homes
Price per ft²pricier than$466almost all homesalmost all homes
Living areabigger than1,687 ft²86% of homes81% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.34 ac93% of homes68% of homes
Year builtnewer than19144% of homes11% of homes

About 1016 W University Ave

How much is 1016 W University Ave, Champaign, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1016 W University Ave, Champaign, IL is $786,514 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $715,097 to $857,931. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1016 W University Ave, Champaign, IL last sell?

1016 W University Ave, Champaign, IL last sold on Mar 18, 2022 for $700,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 1016 W University Ave, Champaign, IL?

1016 W University Ave, Champaign, IL has 2.5 bathrooms, 1,687 square feet of living space and a 0.34-acre lot.

When was 1016 W University Ave, Champaign, IL built?

1016 W University Ave, Champaign, IL was built in 1914, making it 112 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 1016 W University Ave, Champaign, IL?

1016 W University Ave, Champaign, IL is assigned to Dr Howard Elementary School (elementary), rated D; Central High School (high), rated C; Franklin Middle School (middle), rated C. All sit in Champaign Community Unit School District 4. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1016 W University Ave, Champaign, IL compare to other homes in Champaign 61821?

Among the 10,355 homes in Champaign 61821, it is worth more than almost all of them ($786,514 against a typical $197,299), its price per square foot is higher than almost all of them ($466 against a typical $164), it is bigger than 86% of them (1,687 ft² against a typical 1,168 ft²), its lot is bigger than 93% of them (0.34 ac against a typical 0.17 ac) and it is newer than 4% of them (1914 against a typical 1960). Measured against all of Champaign County, it is worth more than almost all 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 1016 W University Ave, Champaign, IL?

The 2024 property tax bill for 1016 W University Ave, Champaign, IL was $14,398. The county assessed it at $191,980.

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