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$128,180$90 / 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 94How 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 $47,500 on Oct 2, 2017

1503 THORNTON DR

CHAMPAIGN, IL 61821
1
Baths
1,425 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.
1964
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$128K
$120K low$136K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$47,500 · Oct 2, 2017

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,435 (2024)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$27,920 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$6,610
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$21,310
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$25,430
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$83,760

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.4 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
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 Residence
CountyChampaign
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Mat/Raft Foundation (Slab)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system 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

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.

E
Dr Howard Elementary SchoolD
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.1 mi
M
Franklin Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.2 mi
H
Centennial High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.8 mi

District: Champaign Community Unit School District 4

Neighborhood · ZIP 61821These 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.78
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.86
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.49

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.93%
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.13%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.4%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.31,352
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.3,528 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$74,699
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$92,842
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.52°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.40 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.56%

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How this home compares

1503 Thornton 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.

  • Worth less than 86% of homes in Champaign 61821
  • Costs less per square foot than 97% of homes in Champaign 61821
  • Bigger than 73% of homes in Champaign 61821

What homes are worth in Champaign 61821

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

This home
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This home is worth more than 14% of homes in Champaign 61821.

How it measures up in Champaign 61821

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Champaign 61821.

Estimated value$128,180
CheaperTypical $197,375Pricier

Pricier than 14% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$90
CheaperTypical $161Pricier

Pricier than 3% of homes nearby

Living area1,425 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,167 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 73% of homes nearby

Year built1964
OlderTypical 1961Newer

Newer than 61% of homes nearby

How 1503 Thornton Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeChampaign 61821Champaign County
Estimated valuepricier than$128,18014% of homes16% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$903% of homes7% of homes
Living areabigger than1,425 ft²73% of homes65% of homes
Year builtnewer than196461% of homes53% of homes

About 1503 Thornton Dr

How much is 1503 Thornton Dr, Champaign, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1503 Thornton Dr, Champaign, IL is $128,180 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $120,438 to $135,922. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1503 Thornton Dr, Champaign, IL last sell?

1503 Thornton Dr, Champaign, IL last sold on Oct 2, 2017 for $47,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1503 Thornton Dr, Champaign, IL?

1503 Thornton Dr, Champaign, IL has 1 bathrooms and 1,425 square feet of living space.

When was 1503 Thornton Dr, Champaign, IL built?

1503 Thornton Dr, Champaign, IL was built in 1964, making it 62 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1503 Thornton Dr, Champaign, IL?

1503 Thornton Dr, Champaign, IL is assigned to Dr Howard Elementary School (elementary), rated D; Franklin Middle School (middle), rated C; Centennial High School (high), rated C+. All sit in Champaign Community Unit School District 4. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1503 Thornton Dr, Champaign, IL compare to other homes in Champaign 61821?

Among the 10,346 homes in Champaign 61821, it is worth more than 14% of them ($128,180 against a typical $197,375), its price per square foot is higher than 3% of them ($90 against a typical $161), it is bigger than 73% of them (1,425 ft² against a typical 1,167 ft²) and it is newer than 61% of them (1964 against a typical 1961). Measured against all of Champaign County, it is worth more than 16% 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 1503 Thornton Dr, Champaign, IL?

The 2024 property tax bill for 1503 Thornton Dr, Champaign, IL was $2,435. The county assessed it at $27,920.

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