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$353,457$170 / 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 85How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $232,000 on Jan 30, 1997

1738 ILLINOIS ROUTE 78

THOMSON, IL 61285
1
Baths
2,080 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.
160 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1893
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$353K
$300K low$406K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$232,000 · Jan 30, 1997

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,381 (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.$69,956 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$67,853
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$2,103
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$62,884
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$209,889

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.38
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
19
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
71
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
71
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
31
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
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
CountyCARROLL
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.160.00
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.No Foundation
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.None
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.Porch · 180 ft²

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

M
West Carroll Middle SchoolD
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 9.3 mi
E
West Carroll Primary SchoolD+
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 10.8 mi
H
West Carroll High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 12.1 mi

District: West Carroll Community Unit School District 314

Neighborhood · ZIP 61285These 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.89
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.78
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.86%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.9.4%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.9.8%
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.1,800
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.31 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$65,110
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$90,429
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.36 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.52%

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How this home compares

1738 Illinois Route 78 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 92% of homes in Thomson 61285
  • Costs more per square foot than 79% of homes in Thomson 61285
  • Bigger than 88% of homes in Thomson 61285
  • Among the largest lots in Thomson 61285
  • Older than 95% of homes in Thomson 61285

What homes are worth in Thomson 61285

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

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$60K$451K

This home is worth more than 92% of homes in Thomson 61285.

How it measures up in Thomson 61285

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Thomson 61285.

Estimated value$353,457
CheaperTypical $171,640Pricier

Pricier than 92% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$170
CheaperTypical $125Pricier

Pricier than 79% of homes nearby

Living area2,080 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,404 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 88% of homes nearby

Lot size160 ac
SmallerTypical 0.51 acBigger

Bigger than almost all homes nearby

Year built1893
OlderTypical 1977Newer

Newer than 5% of homes nearby

How 1738 Illinois Route 78 ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeThomson 61285Carroll County
Estimated valuepricier than$353,45792% of homes82% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$17079% of homes75% of homes
Living areabigger than2,080 ft²88% of homes81% of homes
Lot sizebigger than160 acalmost all homesalmost all homes
Year builtnewer than18935% of homes14% of homes

About 1738 Illinois Route 78

How much is 1738 Illinois Route 78, Thomson, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1738 Illinois Route 78, Thomson, IL is $353,457 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $300,440 to $406,474. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1738 Illinois Route 78, Thomson, IL last sell?

1738 Illinois Route 78, Thomson, IL last sold on Jan 30, 1997 for $232,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1738 Illinois Route 78, Thomson, IL?

1738 Illinois Route 78, Thomson, IL has 1 bathrooms, 2,080 square feet of living space and a 160.00-acre lot.

When was 1738 Illinois Route 78, Thomson, IL built?

1738 Illinois Route 78, Thomson, IL was built in 1893, making it 133 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 1738 Illinois Route 78, Thomson, IL?

1738 Illinois Route 78, Thomson, IL is assigned to West Carroll Middle School (middle), rated D; West Carroll Primary School (elementary), rated D+; West Carroll High School (high), rated D-. All sit in West Carroll Community Unit School District 314. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1738 Illinois Route 78, Thomson, IL compare to other homes in Thomson 61285?

Among the 903 homes in Thomson 61285, it is worth more than 92% of them ($353,457 against a typical $171,640), its price per square foot is higher than 79% of them ($170 against a typical $125), it is bigger than 88% of them (2,080 ft² against a typical 1,404 ft²), its lot is bigger than almost all of them (160 ac against a typical 0.51 ac) and it is newer than 5% of them (1893 against a typical 1977). Measured against all of Carroll County, it is worth more than 82% 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 1738 Illinois Route 78, Thomson, IL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1738 Illinois Route 78, Thomson, IL was $5,381. The county assessed it at $69,956.

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