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$130,679$150 / 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 96How 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 $125,000 on Oct 1, 2025

1517 ROYAL AVE

PEKIN, IL 61554
2
Beds
1
Baths
874 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.
0.13 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1927
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
4
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$131K
$125K low$137K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$125,000 · Oct 1, 2025

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,067 (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.$41,210 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$3,580
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$37,630
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$38,360
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$123,630

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.12 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%
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
CountyTAZEWELL
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1950
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.13
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
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

Transaction History(8)

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.

H
Pekin Community High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.6 mi
M
Broadmoor Junior High SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 1.0 mi
E
Dirksen Elementary SchoolD
Elementary · Grades KG–3 · 1.0 mi

District: Pekin Community High School District 303

Neighborhood · ZIP 61554These 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.124
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.85
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.32

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.91%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.13%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.11%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.3%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.40,679
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.529 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$64,316
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$80,434
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.52°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%

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How this home compares

1517 Royal 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 less than 70% of homes in Tazewell County
  • Costs more per square foot than 86% of homes in Pekin 61554
  • Smaller than 89% of homes in Tazewell County
  • Has a smaller lot than 93% of homes in Tazewell County
  • Older than 88% of homes in Tazewell County

What homes are worth in Pekin 61554

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

This home
$41K$411K

This home is worth more than 49% of homes in Pekin 61554.

How it measures up in Pekin 61554

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Pekin 61554.

Estimated value$130,679
CheaperTypical $132,840Pricier

Pricier than 49% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$150
CheaperTypical $109Pricier

Pricier than 86% of homes nearby

Living area874 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,257 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 15% of homes nearby

Lot size0.13 ac
SmallerTypical 0.19 acBigger

Bigger than 14% of homes nearby

Year built1927
OlderTypical 1956Newer

Newer than 17% of homes nearby

How 1517 Royal Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePekin 61554Tazewell County
Estimated valuepricier than$130,67949% of homes30% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$15086% of homes71% of homes
Living areabigger than874 ft²15% of homes11% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.13 ac14% of homes7% of homes
Year builtnewer than192717% of homes12% of homes

About 1517 Royal Ave

How much is 1517 Royal Ave, Pekin, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1517 Royal Ave, Pekin, IL is $130,679 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $124,820 to $136,538. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1517 Royal Ave, Pekin, IL last sell?

1517 Royal Ave, Pekin, IL last sold on Oct 1, 2025 for $125,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 5 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 1517 Royal Ave, Pekin, IL?

1517 Royal Ave, Pekin, IL has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 874 square feet of living space and a 0.13-acre lot.

When was 1517 Royal Ave, Pekin, IL built?

1517 Royal Ave, Pekin, IL was built in 1927, making it 99 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1517 Royal Ave, Pekin, IL?

1517 Royal Ave, Pekin, IL is assigned to Pekin Community High School (high), rated D+; Broadmoor Junior High School (middle), rated D+; Dirksen Elementary School (elementary), rated D. All sit in Pekin Community High School District 303. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1517 Royal Ave, Pekin, IL compare to other homes in Pekin 61554?

Among the 15,794 homes in Pekin 61554, it is worth more than 49% of them ($130,679 against a typical $132,840), its price per square foot is higher than 86% of them ($150 against a typical $109), it is bigger than 15% of them (874 ft² against a typical 1,257 ft²), its lot is bigger than 14% of them (0.13 ac against a typical 0.19 ac) and it is newer than 17% of them (1927 against a typical 1956). Measured against all of Tazewell County, it is worth more than 30% 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 1517 Royal Ave, Pekin, IL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1517 Royal Ave, Pekin, IL was $3,067. The county assessed it at $41,210.

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