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$51,442$47 / 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 63How 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

1205 FOREST AVE

MOUNT VERNON, IL 62864
0
Baths
1,092 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.
0.15 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1920
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$51K
$32K low$71K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$538 (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.$6,696 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$1,799
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$4,897
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$6,200
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$20,088

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.41
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
12
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
84
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
79
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
30
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.minimal

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
CountyJEFFERSON
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.15
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(4)

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
Zadok Casey Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.9 mi
E
Dr Nick Osborne Primary CenterD-
Elementary · Grades KG–3 · 1.6 mi
H
Mount Vernon Township High School
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.6 mi

District: Mount Vernon School District 80

Neighborhood · ZIP 62864These 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.132
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 100.203

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.90%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.12%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.15%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.3%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.22,024
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.153 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$56,768
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$74,852
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.56°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.43 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

1205 Forest 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.

  • Worth less than 77% of homes in Jefferson County
  • Costs less per square foot than 81% of homes in Mount Vernon 62864
  • Has a smaller lot than 92% of homes in Jefferson County
  • Older than 89% of homes in Jefferson County

What homes are worth in Mount Vernon 62864

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

This home
$22K$422K

This home is worth more than 25% of homes in Mount Vernon 62864.

How it measures up in Mount Vernon 62864

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Mount Vernon 62864.

Estimated value$51,442
CheaperTypical $107,246Pricier

Pricier than 25% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$47
CheaperTypical $87Pricier

Pricier than 19% of homes nearby

Living area1,092 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,080 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 51% of homes nearby

Lot size0.15 ac
SmallerTypical 0.32 acBigger

Bigger than 10% of homes nearby

Year built1920
OlderTypical 1971Newer

Newer than 18% of homes nearby

How 1205 Forest Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMount Vernon 62864Jefferson County
Estimated valuepricier than$51,44225% of homes23% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$4719% of homes19% of homes
Living areabigger than1,092 ft²51% of homes51% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.15 ac10% of homes8% of homes
Year builtnewer than192018% of homes11% of homes

About 1205 Forest Ave

How much is 1205 Forest Ave, Mount Vernon, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1205 Forest Ave, Mount Vernon, IL is $51,442 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $32,198 to $70,686. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1205 Forest Ave, Mount Vernon, IL last sell?

1205 Forest Ave, Mount Vernon, IL last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1205 Forest Ave, Mount Vernon, IL?

1205 Forest Ave, Mount Vernon, IL has 1,092 square feet of living space and a 0.15-acre lot.

When was 1205 Forest Ave, Mount Vernon, IL built?

1205 Forest Ave, Mount Vernon, IL was built in 1920, making it 106 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1205 Forest Ave, Mount Vernon, IL?

1205 Forest Ave, Mount Vernon, IL is assigned to Zadok Casey Middle School (middle), rated C; Dr Nick Osborne Primary Center (elementary), rated D-; Mount Vernon Township High School (high). All sit in Mount Vernon School District 80. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1205 Forest Ave, Mount Vernon, IL compare to other homes in Mount Vernon 62864?

Among the 7,975 homes in Mount Vernon 62864, it is worth more than 25% of them ($51,442 against a typical $107,246), its price per square foot is higher than 19% of them ($47 against a typical $87), it is bigger than 51% of them (1,092 ft² against a typical 1,080 ft²), its lot is bigger than 10% of them (0.15 ac against a typical 0.32 ac) and it is newer than 18% of them (1920 against a typical 1971). Measured against all of Jefferson County, it is worth more than 23% 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 1205 Forest Ave, Mount Vernon, IL?

The 2024 property tax bill for 1205 Forest Ave, Mount Vernon, IL was $538. The county assessed it at $6,696.

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