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$150,402$98 / 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 87How 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 $149,000 on Jun 8, 2026

17 MONTEZ DR

DECATUR, IL 62526
2
Baths
1,540 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.
0.27 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1973
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$150K
$131K low$170K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$149,000 · Jun 8, 2026

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,195 (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.$39,522 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$6,003
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$33,519
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$36,913
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$118,578

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.42
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
14
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.
72
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
43
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.0.27
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Raised (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

Transaction History(4)

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
Parsons Elementary SchoolF
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 0.6 mi
M
Stephen Decatur Middle SchoolF
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 1.4 mi
H
MacArthur High SchoolF
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.8 mi

District: Decatur School District 61

Neighborhood · ZIP 62526These 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.103
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 100.53

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.15%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.16%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.5%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.34,833
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.487 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$58,459
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$77,128
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

17 Montez 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 more than 73% of homes in Decatur 62526
  • Costs less per square foot than 67% of homes in Greendell
  • Bigger than 85% of homes in Decatur 62526
  • Has a smaller lot than 98% of homes in Greendell
  • Newer than 92% of homes in Greendell

What homes are worth in Decatur 62526

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

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$25K$291K

This home is worth more than 73% of homes in Decatur 62526.

How it measures up in Decatur 62526

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Decatur 62526.

Estimated value$150,402
CheaperTypical $102,886Pricier

Pricier than 73% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$98
CheaperTypical $93Pricier

Pricier than 55% of homes nearby

Living area1,540 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,075 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 85% of homes nearby

Lot size0.27 ac
SmallerTypical 0.2 acBigger

Bigger than 64% of homes nearby

Year built1973
OlderTypical 1956Newer

Newer than 79% of homes nearby

How 17 Montez Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeGreendellDecatur 62526Macon County
Estimated valuepricier than$150,40256% of homes73% of homes56% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$9833% of homes55% of homes37% of homes
Living areabigger than1,540 ft²71% of homes85% of homes74% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.27 ac2% of homes64% of homes52% of homes
Year builtnewer than197392% of homes79% of homes70% of homes

About 17 Montez Dr

How much is 17 Montez Dr, Decatur, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 17 Montez Dr, Decatur, IL is $150,402 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $131,264 to $169,540. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 17 Montez Dr, Decatur, IL last sell?

17 Montez Dr, Decatur, IL last sold on Jun 8, 2026 for $149,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 17 Montez Dr, Decatur, IL?

17 Montez Dr, Decatur, IL has 2 bathrooms, 1,540 square feet of living space and a 0.27-acre lot.

When was 17 Montez Dr, Decatur, IL built?

17 Montez Dr, Decatur, IL was built in 1973, making it 53 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 17 Montez Dr, Decatur, IL?

17 Montez Dr, Decatur, IL is assigned to Parsons Elementary School (elementary), rated F; Stephen Decatur Middle School (middle), rated F; MacArthur High School (high), rated F. All sit in Decatur School District 61. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 17 Montez Dr, Decatur, IL compare to other homes in Decatur 62526?

Among the 11,429 homes in Decatur 62526, it is worth more than 73% of them ($150,402 against a typical $102,886), its price per square foot is higher than 55% of them ($98 against a typical $93), it is bigger than 85% of them (1,540 ft² against a typical 1,075 ft²), its lot is bigger than 64% of them (0.27 ac against a typical 0.2 ac) and it is newer than 79% of them (1973 against a typical 1956). Measured against all of Macon County, it is worth more than 56% 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 17 Montez Dr, Decatur, IL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 17 Montez Dr, Decatur, IL was $3,195. The county assessed it at $39,522.

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