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126 EMPSON DR

VALMEYER, IL 62295
6
Beds
7
Baths
1,544 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.
0.12 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2003
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,220 (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.$95,440 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$8,920
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$86,520
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$85,776
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$286,320

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.40
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
33
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
87
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
74
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
8
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.Duplex (2 Units, Any Combination)
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Duplex Single
CountyMONROE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.12
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
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
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.Porch · 336 ft²

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

M
Valmeyer Jr High SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.2 mi
E
Valmeyer Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.2 mi
H
Valmeyer High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.2 mi

District: Valmeyer Community Unit School District 3

Neighborhood · ZIP 62295These 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.157
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.89
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.162

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.89%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.18%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.3.4%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.1,732
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.24 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$95,309
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$105,726
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.56°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

126 Empson Dr 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.

  • Bigger than 67% of homes in Valmeyer 62295
  • Has a smaller lot than 98% of homes in Valmeyer 62295
  • Newer than 78% of homes in Monroe County

How it measures up in Valmeyer 62295

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Valmeyer 62295.

Living area1,544 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,422 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 67% of homes nearby

Lot size0.12 ac
SmallerTypical 0.42 acBigger

Bigger than 2% of homes nearby

Year built2003
OlderTypical 1998Newer

Newer than 76% of homes nearby

How 126 Empson Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeValmeyer 62295Monroe County
Living areabigger than1,544 ft²67% of homes55% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.12 ac2% of homes2% of homes
Year builtnewer than200376% of homes78% of homes

About 126 Empson Dr

When did 126 Empson Dr, Valmeyer, IL last sell?

126 Empson Dr, Valmeyer, IL last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 126 Empson Dr, Valmeyer, IL?

126 Empson Dr, Valmeyer, IL has 6 bedrooms, 7 bathrooms, 1,544 square feet of living space and a 0.12-acre lot.

When was 126 Empson Dr, Valmeyer, IL built?

126 Empson Dr, Valmeyer, IL was built in 2003, making it 23 years old. It is a duplex single home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 126 Empson Dr, Valmeyer, IL?

126 Empson Dr, Valmeyer, IL is assigned to Valmeyer Jr High School (middle), rated B; Valmeyer Elementary School (elementary), rated C-; Valmeyer High School (high), rated B. All sit in Valmeyer Community Unit School District 3. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 126 Empson Dr, Valmeyer, IL compare to other homes in Valmeyer 62295?

Among the 666 homes in Valmeyer 62295, it is bigger than 67% of them (1,544 ft² against a typical 1,422 ft²), its lot is bigger than 2% of them (0.12 ac against a typical 0.42 ac) and it is newer than 76% of them (2003 against a typical 1998). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 126 Empson Dr, Valmeyer, IL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 126 Empson Dr, Valmeyer, IL was $5,220. The county assessed it at $95,440.

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