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$17,086$13 / 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 87How 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

1255 RICHMOND ST

GILSON, IL 61436
0
Baths
1,344 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.
1870
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

$17K
$15K low$19K high
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.$17,086
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$13,669

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$991 (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.$12,040 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$1,640
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$10,400
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$21,390
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$36,120

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.51
47
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
23
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.
73
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.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.12 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%

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.0.34
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.No Foundation
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
Knoxville Jr High SchoolB
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 4.9 mi
E
Mable Woolsey Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 4.9 mi
H
Knoxville Sr High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 5.0 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.Yes

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

1255 Richmond 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.

  • Among the least valuable homes in Gilson 61436
  • Among the lowest price per square foot in Gilson 61436
  • Bigger than 74% of homes in Knox County
  • Has a smaller lot than 88% of homes in Gilson 61436
  • Older than 98% 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 less than almost all 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$17,086
CheaperTypical $138,657Pricier

Cheaper than almost all homes nearby

Price per ft²$13
CheaperTypical $113Pricier

Cheaper than almost all homes nearby

Living area1,344 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,136 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 68% of homes nearby

Lot size0.34 ac
SmallerTypical 2.55 acBigger

Bigger than 12% of homes nearby

Year built1870
OlderTypical 1950Newer

Newer than 6% of homes nearby

How 1255 Richmond St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeGilson 61436Knox County
Estimated valuepricier than$17,086almost no homesalmost no homes
Price per ft²pricier than$13almost no homesalmost no homes
Living areabigger than1,344 ft²68% of homes74% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.34 ac12% of homes59% of homes
Year builtnewer than18706% of homes2% of homes

About 1255 Richmond St

How much is 1255 Richmond St, Gilson, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1255 Richmond St, Gilson, IL is $17,086 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $14,880 to $19,292. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1255 Richmond St, Gilson, IL last sell?

1255 Richmond St, Gilson, IL last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1255 Richmond St, Gilson, IL?

1255 Richmond St, Gilson, IL has 1,344 square feet of living space and a 0.34-acre lot.

When was 1255 Richmond St, Gilson, IL built?

1255 Richmond St, Gilson, IL was built in 1870, making it 156 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1255 Richmond St, Gilson, IL?

1255 Richmond St, 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 1255 Richmond St, Gilson, IL compare to other homes in Gilson 61436?

Among the 407 homes in Gilson 61436, it is worth more than almost none of them ($17,086 against a typical $138,657), its price per square foot is higher than almost none of them ($13 against a typical $113), it is bigger than 68% of them (1,344 ft² against a typical 1,136 ft²), its lot is bigger than 12% of them (0.34 ac against a typical 2.55 ac) and it is newer than 6% of them (1870 against a typical 1950). Measured against all of Knox County, it is worth more than almost no 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 1255 Richmond St, Gilson, IL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1255 Richmond St, Gilson, IL was $991. The county assessed it at $12,040.

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