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$36,059$39 / 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 86How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026

1540 RUSSELL AVE

EAST SAINT LOUIS, IL 62207
3
Baths
927 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.
0.15 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1986
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$36K
$31K low$41K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,603 (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.$20,754 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$911
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$19,843
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$19,826
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$62,262

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.52
99
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.
83
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
69
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.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.193 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.51%

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
CountyST. CLAIR
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.15
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
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
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.Deck · 30 ft²Patio · 30 ft²Porch · 256 ft²

Transaction History(5)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Foreclosure Filings(1)

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

E
Dunbar Elementary SchoolD-
Elementary · Grades KG–4 · 0.4 mi
M
East St Louis-Lincoln Middle SchoolF
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 0.9 mi
H
East St. Louis Senior High SchoolF
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.2 mi

District: East St. Louis School District 189

Neighborhood · ZIP 62207These 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.176
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.92
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.155

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.87%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.5.5%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.38%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.7%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.6,674
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,002 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$35,742
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$43,143
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.56°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.59%

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How this home compares

1540 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 less than 92% of homes in St. Clair County
  • Costs less per square foot than 91% of homes in St. Clair County
  • Smaller than 76% of homes in St. Clair County
  • Has a smaller lot than 81% of homes in St. Clair County
  • Newer than 83% of homes in East Saint Louis 62207

What homes are worth in East Saint Louis 62207

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

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$11K$97K

This home is worth more than 47% of homes in East Saint Louis 62207.

How it measures up in East Saint Louis 62207

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in East Saint Louis 62207.

Estimated value$36,059
CheaperTypical $37,487Pricier

Pricier than 47% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$39
CheaperTypical $38Pricier

Pricier than 52% of homes nearby

Living area927 ft²
SmallerTypical 988 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 41% of homes nearby

Lot size0.15 ac
SmallerTypical 0.15 acBigger

Bigger than 50% of homes nearby

Year built1986
OlderTypical 1952Newer

Newer than 83% of homes nearby

How 1540 Russell Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeEast Saint Louis 62207St. Clair County
Estimated valuepricier than$36,05947% of homes8% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$3952% of homes9% of homes
Living areabigger than927 ft²41% of homes24% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.15 ac50% of homes19% of homes
Year builtnewer than198683% of homes67% of homes

About 1540 Russell Ave

How much is 1540 Russell Ave, East Saint Louis, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1540 Russell Ave, East Saint Louis, IL is $36,059 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $31,083 to $41,035. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1540 Russell Ave, East Saint Louis, IL last sell?

1540 Russell Ave, East Saint Louis, IL last sold on Aug 6, 2018, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1540 Russell Ave, East Saint Louis, IL?

1540 Russell Ave, East Saint Louis, IL has 3 bathrooms, 927 square feet of living space and a 0.15-acre lot.

When was 1540 Russell Ave, East Saint Louis, IL built?

1540 Russell Ave, East Saint Louis, IL was built in 1986, making it 40 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 1540 Russell Ave, East Saint Louis, IL?

1540 Russell Ave, East Saint Louis, IL is assigned to Dunbar Elementary School (elementary), rated D-; East St Louis-Lincoln Middle School (middle), rated F; East St. Louis Senior High School (high), rated F. All sit in East St. Louis School District 189. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1540 Russell Ave, East Saint Louis, IL compare to other homes in East Saint Louis 62207?

Among the 2,461 homes in East Saint Louis 62207, it is worth more than 47% of them ($36,059 against a typical $37,487), its price per square foot is higher than 52% of them ($39 against a typical $38), it is bigger than 41% of them (927 ft² against a typical 988 ft²), its lot is bigger than 50% of them (0.15 ac against a typical 0.15 ac) and it is newer than 83% of them (1986 against a typical 1952). Measured against all of St. Clair County, it is worth more than 8% 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 1540 Russell Ave, East Saint Louis, IL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1540 Russell Ave, East Saint Louis, IL was $2,603. The county assessed it at $20,754.

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