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$179,941$125 / 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 Sep 24, 2026

1981 SOLAR AVE

DECATUR, IL 62526
2.5
Baths
1,440 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.
0.46 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1976
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.

Valuation

$180K
$170K low$190K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,873 (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.$56,761 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$6,646
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$50,115
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$53,013
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$170,300

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.43
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
13
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.
75
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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Split Level
CountyMACON
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.46
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 · 132 ft²

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

E
Warrensburg-Latham Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 5.5 mi
M
Warrensburg-Latham Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 5.5 mi
H
Warrensburg-Latham High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 5.5 mi

District: Warrensburg-Latham Community Unit District 11

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

1981 Solar 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 more than 84% of homes in Decatur 62526
  • Costs more per square foot than 77% of homes in Decatur 62526
  • Bigger than 79% of homes in Decatur 62526
  • Has a bigger lot than 80% of homes in Decatur 62526
  • Newer than 85% of homes in Decatur 62526

What homes are worth in Decatur 62526

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

This home
$27K$306K

This home is worth more than 84% 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$179,941
CheaperTypical $103,505Pricier

Pricier than 84% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$125
CheaperTypical $94Pricier

Pricier than 77% of homes nearby

Living area1,440 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,078 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 79% of homes nearby

Lot size0.46 ac
SmallerTypical 0.21 acBigger

Bigger than 80% of homes nearby

Year built1976
OlderTypical 1956Newer

Newer than 85% of homes nearby

How 1981 Solar Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeDecatur 62526Macon County
Estimated valuepricier than$179,94184% of homes68% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$12577% of homes57% of homes
Living areabigger than1,440 ft²79% of homes68% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.46 ac80% of homes70% of homes
Year builtnewer than197685% of homes74% of homes

About 1981 Solar Ave

How much is 1981 Solar Ave, Decatur, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1981 Solar Ave, Decatur, IL is $179,941 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $169,961 to $189,921. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1981 Solar Ave, Decatur, IL last sell?

1981 Solar Ave, Decatur, IL last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1981 Solar Ave, Decatur, IL?

1981 Solar Ave, Decatur, IL has 2.5 bathrooms, 1,440 square feet of living space and a 0.46-acre lot.

When was 1981 Solar Ave, Decatur, IL built?

1981 Solar Ave, Decatur, IL was built in 1976, making it 50 years old. It is a split level home.

What schools serve 1981 Solar Ave, Decatur, IL?

1981 Solar Ave, Decatur, IL is assigned to Warrensburg-Latham Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; Warrensburg-Latham Middle School (middle), rated B+; Warrensburg-Latham High School (high), rated C. All sit in Warrensburg-Latham Community Unit District 11. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1981 Solar Ave, Decatur, IL compare to other homes in Decatur 62526?

Among the 11,429 homes in Decatur 62526, it is worth more than 84% of them ($179,941 against a typical $103,505), its price per square foot is higher than 77% of them ($125 against a typical $94), it is bigger than 79% of them (1,440 ft² against a typical 1,078 ft²), its lot is bigger than 80% of them (0.46 ac against a typical 0.21 ac) and it is newer than 85% of them (1976 against a typical 1956). Measured against all of Macon County, it is worth more than 68% 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 1981 Solar Ave, Decatur, IL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1981 Solar Ave, Decatur, IL was $1,873. The county assessed it at $56,761.

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