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$87,120$89 / 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 92How 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 $69,000 on Nov 30, 2022

1208 STATE ROUTE 97

GILSON, IL 61436
0
Baths
981 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.
0.9 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1929
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

$87K
$80K low$94K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$69,000 · Nov 30, 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.$31,920
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$25,536
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.56%
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.$55,200
CEFCU · recorded Nov 30, 2022

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,517 (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.$30,820 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$3,950
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$26,870
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$29,580
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$92,460

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.
18
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
78
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
72
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
36
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 Residential
CountyKNOX
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.90
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Masonry/Concrete Masonry Units (Cmus)
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
Knoxville Jr High SchoolB
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 3.2 mi
E
Mable Woolsey Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 3.2 mi
H
Knoxville Sr High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.4 mi

District: Knoxville Community Unit School District 202

Neighborhood · ZIP 61436These 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.83
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.83
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.30

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.83%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.20%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.10%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.5%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.1,136
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.18 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$80,763
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$100,074
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.51°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.37 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.Absentee owner
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

1208 State Route 97 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 71% of homes in Gilson 61436
  • Costs less per square foot than 65% of homes in Gilson 61436
  • Smaller than 70% of homes in Gilson 61436
  • Has a bigger lot than 80% of homes in Knox County

What homes are worth in Gilson 61436

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

This home
$31K$511K

This home is worth more than 29% of homes in Gilson 61436.

How it measures up in Gilson 61436

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Gilson 61436.

Estimated value$87,120
CheaperTypical $138,657Pricier

Pricier than 29% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$89
CheaperTypical $113Pricier

Pricier than 35% of homes nearby

Living area981 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,136 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 30% of homes nearby

Lot size0.9 ac
SmallerTypical 2.55 acBigger

Bigger than 26% of homes nearby

Year built1929
OlderTypical 1950Newer

Newer than 42% of homes nearby

How 1208 State Route 97 ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeGilson 61436Knox County
Estimated valuepricier than$87,12029% of homes40% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$8935% of homes43% of homes
Living areabigger than981 ft²30% of homes38% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.9 ac26% of homes80% of homes
Year builtnewer than192942% of homes43% of homes

About 1208 State Route 97

How much is 1208 State Route 97, Gilson, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1208 State Route 97, Gilson, IL is $87,120 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $80,107 to $94,133. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1208 State Route 97, Gilson, IL last sell?

1208 State Route 97, Gilson, IL last sold on Nov 30, 2022 for $69,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 1208 State Route 97, Gilson, IL?

1208 State Route 97, Gilson, IL has 981 square feet of living space and a 0.90-acre lot.

When was 1208 State Route 97, Gilson, IL built?

1208 State Route 97, Gilson, IL was built in 1929, making it 97 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 1208 State Route 97, Gilson, IL?

1208 State Route 97, Gilson, IL is assigned to Knoxville Jr High School (middle), rated B; Mable Woolsey Elementary School (elementary), rated B; Knoxville Sr High School (high), rated C. All sit in Knoxville Community Unit School District 202. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1208 State Route 97, Gilson, IL compare to other homes in Gilson 61436?

Among the 407 homes in Gilson 61436, it is worth more than 29% of them ($87,120 against a typical $138,657), its price per square foot is higher than 35% of them ($89 against a typical $113), it is bigger than 30% of them (981 ft² against a typical 1,136 ft²), its lot is bigger than 26% of them (0.9 ac against a typical 2.55 ac) and it is newer than 42% of them (1929 against a typical 1950). Measured against all of Knox County, it is worth more than 40% 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 1208 State Route 97, Gilson, IL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1208 State Route 97, Gilson, IL was $2,517. The county assessed it at $30,820.

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