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$182,907$194 / 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 Sep 24, 2026

147 W BELL ST

MACON, IL 62544
1
Baths
944 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.
0.24 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1920
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$183K
$148K low$218K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,309 (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.$37,328 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$4,492
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$32,836
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$35,591
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$111,995

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.
1
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.
76
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
44
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 Residence
CountyMACON
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.24
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
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
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 64 ft²

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
Meridian Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.6 mi
H
Meridian High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.6 mi
E
Meridian Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 6.6 mi

District: Meridian Community Unit School District 15

Neighborhood · ZIP 62544These 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.88
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.66

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.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.17%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.5.6%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.7%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.2,884
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.36 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$79,373
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$93,192
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.53°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.39 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

147 W Bell 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.

  • Worth more than 69% of homes in Macon County
  • Costs more per square foot than 89% of homes in Macon County
  • Smaller than 81% of homes in Macon 62544
  • Has a smaller lot than 67% of homes in Macon 62544
  • Older than 85% of homes in Macon County

What homes are worth in Macon 62544

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

This home
$65K$539K

This home is worth more than 65% of homes in Macon 62544.

How it measures up in Macon 62544

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Macon 62544.

Estimated value$182,907
CheaperTypical $150,452Pricier

Pricier than 65% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$194
CheaperTypical $116Pricier

Pricier than 88% of homes nearby

Living area944 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,276 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 19% of homes nearby

Lot size0.24 ac
SmallerTypical 0.37 acBigger

Bigger than 33% of homes nearby

Year built1920
OlderTypical 1955Newer

Newer than 29% of homes nearby

How 147 W Bell St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMacon 62544Macon County
Estimated valuepricier than$182,90765% of homes69% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$19488% of homes89% of homes
Living areabigger than944 ft²19% of homes23% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.24 ac33% of homes48% of homes
Year builtnewer than192029% of homes15% of homes

About 147 W Bell St

How much is 147 W Bell St, Macon, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 147 W Bell St, Macon, IL is $182,907 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $148,235 to $217,579. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 147 W Bell St, Macon, IL last sell?

147 W Bell St, Macon, IL last sold on Sep 14, 2010, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 147 W Bell St, Macon, IL?

147 W Bell St, Macon, IL has 1 bathrooms, 944 square feet of living space and a 0.24-acre lot.

When was 147 W Bell St, Macon, IL built?

147 W Bell St, Macon, IL was built in 1920, making it 106 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 147 W Bell St, Macon, IL?

147 W Bell St, Macon, IL is assigned to Meridian Middle School (middle), rated C; Meridian High School (high), rated C; Meridian Elementary School (elementary), rated B-. All sit in Meridian Community Unit School District 15. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 147 W Bell St, Macon, IL compare to other homes in Macon 62544?

Among the 762 homes in Macon 62544, it is worth more than 65% of them ($182,907 against a typical $150,452), its price per square foot is higher than 88% of them ($194 against a typical $116), it is bigger than 19% of them (944 ft² against a typical 1,276 ft²), its lot is bigger than 33% of them (0.24 ac against a typical 0.37 ac) and it is newer than 29% of them (1920 against a typical 1955). Measured against all of Macon County, it is worth more than 69% 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 147 W Bell St, Macon, IL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 147 W Bell St, Macon, IL was $2,309. The county assessed it at $37,328.

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