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$206,989$146 / 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 94How 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 $195,500 on Oct 12, 2021

178 S SMITH ST

FORSYTH, IL 62535
2
Baths
1,422 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.
0.18 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2014
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

$207K
$194K low$220K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$195,500 · Oct 12, 2021

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,134 (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.$73,956 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$3,977
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$69,979
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$69,072
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$221,890

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.
10
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.
74
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.0.18
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
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.Porch · 332 ft²

Transaction History(3)

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
Maroa-Forsyth Grade SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.3 mi
H
Maroa-Forsyth Senior High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 7.0 mi
M
Maroa-Forsyth Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 7.1 mi

District: Maroa-Forsyth Community Unit School District 2

Neighborhood · ZIP 62535These 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.17
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.91
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.50

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.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.35%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.3%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.507
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.164 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$122,641
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$168,049
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

178 S Smith 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.

  • Worth less than 76% of homes in Forsyth 62535
  • Costs more per square foot than 71% of homes in Macon County
  • Smaller than 69% of homes in Forsyth 62535
  • Has a smaller lot than 92% of homes in Forsyth 62535
  • Newer than 98% of homes in Forsyth 62535

What homes are worth in Forsyth 62535

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

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$109K$559K

This home is worth more than 24% of homes in Forsyth 62535.

How it measures up in Forsyth 62535

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Forsyth 62535.

Estimated value$206,989
CheaperTypical $288,314Pricier

Pricier than 24% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$146
CheaperTypical $160Pricier

Pricier than 41% of homes nearby

Living area1,422 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,666 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 31% of homes nearby

Lot size0.18 ac
SmallerTypical 0.39 acBigger

Bigger than 8% of homes nearby

Year built2014
OlderTypical 1994Newer

Newer than 98% of homes nearby

How 178 S Smith St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeForsyth 62535Macon County
Estimated valuepricier than$206,98924% of homes76% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$14641% of homes71% of homes
Living areabigger than1,422 ft²31% of homes67% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.18 ac8% of homes36% of homes
Year builtnewer than201498% of homes98% of homes

About 178 S Smith St

How much is 178 S Smith St, Forsyth, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 178 S Smith St, Forsyth, IL is $206,989 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $193,686 to $220,292. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 178 S Smith St, Forsyth, IL last sell?

178 S Smith St, Forsyth, IL last sold on Oct 12, 2021 for $195,500, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 178 S Smith St, Forsyth, IL?

178 S Smith St, Forsyth, IL has 2 bathrooms, 1,422 square feet of living space and a 0.18-acre lot.

When was 178 S Smith St, Forsyth, IL built?

178 S Smith St, Forsyth, IL was built in 2014, making it 12 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 178 S Smith St, Forsyth, IL?

178 S Smith St, Forsyth, IL is assigned to Maroa-Forsyth Grade School (elementary), rated B+; Maroa-Forsyth Senior High School (high), rated C+; Maroa-Forsyth Middle School (middle), rated B+. All sit in Maroa-Forsyth Community Unit School District 2. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 178 S Smith St, Forsyth, IL compare to other homes in Forsyth 62535?

Among the 1,361 homes in Forsyth 62535, it is worth more than 24% of them ($206,989 against a typical $288,314), its price per square foot is higher than 41% of them ($146 against a typical $160), it is bigger than 31% of them (1,422 ft² against a typical 1,666 ft²), its lot is bigger than 8% of them (0.18 ac against a typical 0.39 ac) and it is newer than 98% of them (2014 against a typical 1994). Measured against all of Macon County, it is worth more than 76% 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 178 S Smith St, Forsyth, IL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 178 S Smith St, Forsyth, IL was $5,134. The county assessed it at $73,956.

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