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$121,123$103 / 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 81How 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 $120,000 on Apr 21, 2026

1281 RUSSELL AVE

GALESBURG, IL 61401
1
Baths
1,181 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.
0.21 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1963
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$121K
$98K low$144K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$120,000 · Apr 21, 2026
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.$4,723
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$3,778
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.97%
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.$116,400
MIDWEST BANK · 6.5% 2 · recorded Apr 21, 2026

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,258 (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.$24,380 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$3,520
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$20,860
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$23,020
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$73,140

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residential
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Ranch
CountyKNOX
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.21
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
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.

E
Silas Willard Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades KG–4 · 0.7 mi
M
Churchill Junior High SchoolC
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 1.5 mi
H
Galesburg High SchoolF
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.0 mi

District: Galesburg Community Unit School District 205

Neighborhood · ZIP 61401These 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.113
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.82
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.28

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.14%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.16%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.32,439
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.268 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$50,899
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$65,126
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°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.Owner occupied
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

1281 Russell 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 more than 65% of homes in Galesburg 61401
  • Bigger than 67% of homes in Galesburg 61401
  • Has a smaller lot than 75% of homes in Knox County
  • Newer than 80% of homes in Galesburg 61401

What homes are worth in Galesburg 61401

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

This home
$21K$345K

This home is worth more than 65% of homes in Galesburg 61401.

How it measures up in Galesburg 61401

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Galesburg 61401.

Estimated value$121,123
CheaperTypical $94,416Pricier

Pricier than 65% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$103
CheaperTypical $92Pricier

Pricier than 59% of homes nearby

Living area1,181 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,032 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 67% of homes nearby

Lot size0.21 ac
SmallerTypical 0.25 acBigger

Bigger than 35% of homes nearby

Year built1963
OlderTypical 1932Newer

Newer than 80% of homes nearby

How 1281 Russell Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeGalesburg 61401Knox County
Estimated valuepricier than$121,12365% of homes58% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$10359% of homes54% of homes
Living areabigger than1,181 ft²67% of homes61% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.21 ac35% of homes25% of homes
Year builtnewer than196380% of homes69% of homes

About 1281 Russell Ave

How much is 1281 Russell Ave, Galesburg, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1281 Russell Ave, Galesburg, IL is $121,123 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $97,749 to $144,497. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1281 Russell Ave, Galesburg, IL last sell?

1281 Russell Ave, Galesburg, IL last sold on Apr 21, 2026 for $120,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 1281 Russell Ave, Galesburg, IL?

1281 Russell Ave, Galesburg, IL has 1 bathrooms, 1,181 square feet of living space and a 0.21-acre lot.

When was 1281 Russell Ave, Galesburg, IL built?

1281 Russell Ave, Galesburg, IL was built in 1963, making it 63 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1281 Russell Ave, Galesburg, IL?

1281 Russell Ave, Galesburg, IL is assigned to Silas Willard Elementary School (elementary), rated C; Churchill Junior High School (middle), rated C; Galesburg High School (high), rated F. All sit in Galesburg Community Unit School District 205. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1281 Russell Ave, Galesburg, IL compare to other homes in Galesburg 61401?

Among the 11,548 homes in Galesburg 61401, it is worth more than 65% of them ($121,123 against a typical $94,416), its price per square foot is higher than 59% of them ($103 against a typical $92), it is bigger than 67% of them (1,181 ft² against a typical 1,032 ft²), its lot is bigger than 35% of them (0.21 ac against a typical 0.25 ac) and it is newer than 80% of them (1963 against a typical 1932). Measured against all of Knox County, it is worth more than 58% 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 1281 Russell Ave, Galesburg, IL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1281 Russell Ave, Galesburg, IL was $2,258. The county assessed it at $24,380.

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