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$83,192$81 / 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 79How 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 $30,000 on May 5, 2014

124 WALNUT AVE

CHARLESTON, IL 61920
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,032 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.
0.16 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1906
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$83K
$66K low$101K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$30,000 · May 5, 2014

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,248 (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.$17,145 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$2,558
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$14,587
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$15,558
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$51,435

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.43
10
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
9
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
81
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
78
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
37
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.7 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%
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 Residential
CountyCOLES
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1990
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.16
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

Transaction History(3)

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
Charleston Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 1.2 mi
H
Charleston High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.4 mi
E
Carl Sandburg Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades 1–3 · 1.7 mi

District: Charleston Community Unit School District 1

Neighborhood · ZIP 61920These 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.123
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.90
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.83

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.87%
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.19%
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.20,604
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.134 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$59,741
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$74,123
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.53°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

124 Walnut 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 84% of homes in Charleston 61920
  • Costs less per square foot than 75% of homes in Charleston 61920
  • Smaller than 84% of homes in Charleston 61920
  • Has a smaller lot than 81% of homes in Charleston 61920
  • Older than 85% of homes in Charleston 61920

What homes are worth in Charleston 61920

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

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$36K$625K

This home is worth more than 16% of homes in Charleston 61920.

How it measures up in Charleston 61920

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Charleston 61920.

Estimated value$83,192
CheaperTypical $171,544Pricier

Pricier than 16% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$81
CheaperTypical $112Pricier

Pricier than 25% of homes nearby

Living area1,032 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,526 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 16% of homes nearby

Lot size0.16 ac
SmallerTypical 0.3 acBigger

Bigger than 19% of homes nearby

Year built1906
OlderTypical 1967Newer

Newer than 15% of homes nearby

How 124 Walnut Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeCharleston 61920Coles County
Estimated valuepricier than$83,19216% of homes21% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$8125% of homes31% of homes
Living areabigger than1,032 ft²16% of homes21% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.16 ac19% of homes23% of homes
Year builtnewer than190615% of homes18% of homes

About 124 Walnut Ave

How much is 124 Walnut Ave, Charleston, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 124 Walnut Ave, Charleston, IL is $83,192 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $65,691 to $100,693. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 124 Walnut Ave, Charleston, IL last sell?

124 Walnut Ave, Charleston, IL last sold on May 5, 2014 for $30,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 124 Walnut Ave, Charleston, IL?

124 Walnut Ave, Charleston, IL has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,032 square feet of living space and a 0.16-acre lot.

When was 124 Walnut Ave, Charleston, IL built?

124 Walnut Ave, Charleston, IL was built in 1906, making it 120 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 124 Walnut Ave, Charleston, IL?

124 Walnut Ave, Charleston, IL is assigned to Charleston Middle School (middle), rated B; Charleston High School (high), rated D; Carl Sandburg Elementary School (elementary), rated B. All sit in Charleston Community Unit School District 1. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 124 Walnut Ave, Charleston, IL compare to other homes in Charleston 61920?

Among the 6,491 homes in Charleston 61920, it is worth more than 16% of them ($83,192 against a typical $171,544), its price per square foot is higher than 25% of them ($81 against a typical $112), it is bigger than 16% of them (1,032 ft² against a typical 1,526 ft²), its lot is bigger than 19% of them (0.16 ac against a typical 0.3 ac) and it is newer than 15% of them (1906 against a typical 1967). Measured against all of Coles County, it is worth more than 21% 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 124 Walnut Ave, Charleston, IL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 124 Walnut Ave, Charleston, IL was $1,248. The county assessed it at $17,145.

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