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$54,952$64 / 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 82How 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
Last sold for $18,500 on Nov 9, 2018

1609 SHORT ST

RANTOUL, IL 61866
1
Baths
864 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.
1956
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

$55K
$45K low$65K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$18,500 · Nov 9, 2018

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$835 (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.$22,190 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$3,090
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$19,100
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$19,800
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$66,570

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.34
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.
76
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
65
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
28
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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.A-Frame
CountyChampaign
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood Frame
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Raised (Unspecified)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
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
Pleasant Acres Elementary SchoolF
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.1 mi
H
Rantoul Township High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.2 mi
M
J W Eater Jr High SchoolD-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.3 mi

District: Rantoul City School District 137

Neighborhood · ZIP 61866These 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 100.45

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.89%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.7.1%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.19%
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.13,545
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.170 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$52,368
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$65,804
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.51°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.56%

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How this home compares

1609 Short 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.

  • Among the least valuable homes in Champaign County
  • Among the lowest price per square foot in Champaign County
  • Smaller than 89% of homes in Champaign County

What homes are worth in Rantoul 61866

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

This home
$49K$338K

This home is worth more than 4% of homes in Rantoul 61866.

How it measures up in Rantoul 61866

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Rantoul 61866.

Estimated value$54,952
CheaperTypical $121,530Pricier

Pricier than 4% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$64
CheaperTypical $93Pricier

Pricier than 6% of homes nearby

Living area864 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,008 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 23% of homes nearby

Year built1956
OlderTypical 1956Newer

Newer than 55% of homes nearby

How 1609 Short St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRantoul 61866Champaign County
Estimated valuepricier than$54,9524% of homesalmost no homes
Price per ft²pricier than$646% of homesalmost no homes
Living areabigger than864 ft²23% of homes11% of homes
Year builtnewer than195655% of homes38% of homes

About 1609 Short St

How much is 1609 Short St, Rantoul, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1609 Short St, Rantoul, IL is $54,952 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $45,309 to $64,595. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1609 Short St, Rantoul, IL last sell?

1609 Short St, Rantoul, IL last sold on Nov 9, 2018 for $18,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1609 Short St, Rantoul, IL?

1609 Short St, Rantoul, IL has 1 bathrooms and 864 square feet of living space.

When was 1609 Short St, Rantoul, IL built?

1609 Short St, Rantoul, IL was built in 1956, making it 70 years old. It is a a-frame home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1609 Short St, Rantoul, IL?

1609 Short St, Rantoul, IL is assigned to Pleasant Acres Elementary School (elementary), rated F; Rantoul Township High School (high), rated D-; J W Eater Jr High School (middle), rated D-. All sit in Rantoul City School District 137. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1609 Short St, Rantoul, IL compare to other homes in Rantoul 61866?

Among the 3,593 homes in Rantoul 61866, it is worth more than 4% of them ($54,952 against a typical $121,530), its price per square foot is higher than 6% of them ($64 against a typical $93), it is bigger than 23% of them (864 ft² against a typical 1,008 ft²) and it is newer than 55% of them (1956 against a typical 1956). Measured against all of Champaign County, it is worth more than almost no 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 1609 Short St, Rantoul, IL?

The 2024 property tax bill for 1609 Short St, Rantoul, IL was $835. The county assessed it at $22,190.

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