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$500,022$678 / 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 91How 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
Last sold for $295,000 on Oct 11, 2005

2008 KENSINGTON PL

SAINT JACOB, IL 62281
1
Beds
3 / 1
Baths
737 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.
0.41 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2005
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
1
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$500K
$457K low$543K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$295,000 · Oct 11, 2005

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$7,772 (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.$145,930 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$20,780
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$125,150
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$136,080
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$437,790

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.51
58
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.
83
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.
24
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.22 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%

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
CountyMADISON
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.41
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.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
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Patio · 300 ft²

Transaction History(2)

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
Silver Creek Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.0 mi
H
Triad High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.1 mi
M
Triad Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.2 mi

District: Triad Community Unit School District 2

Neighborhood · ZIP 62281These 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.79
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.86
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.152

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.97%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.26%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.2.4%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.4%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.4,520
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.126 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$112,643
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$115,312
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.55°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.41 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

2008 Kensington Pl 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 95% of homes in Madison County
  • Among the highest price per square foot in Madison County
  • Smaller than 93% of homes in Saint Jacob 62281
  • Has a bigger lot than 73% of homes in Madison County
  • Newer than 91% of homes in Madison County

What homes are worth in Saint Jacob 62281

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

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$138K$786K

This home is worth more than 77% of homes in Saint Jacob 62281.

How it measures up in Saint Jacob 62281

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Saint Jacob 62281.

Estimated value$500,022
CheaperTypical $372,433Pricier

Pricier than 77% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$678
CheaperTypical $256Pricier

Pricier than 98% of homes nearby

Living area737 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,419 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 7% of homes nearby

Lot size0.41 ac
SmallerTypical 0.5 acBigger

Bigger than 46% of homes nearby

Year built2005
OlderTypical 1997Newer

Newer than 68% of homes nearby

How 2008 Kensington Pl ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSaint Jacob 62281Madison County
Estimated valuepricier than$500,02277% of homes95% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$67898% of homesalmost all homes
Living areabigger than737 ft²7% of homes9% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.41 ac46% of homes73% of homes
Year builtnewer than200568% of homes91% of homes

About 2008 Kensington Pl

How much is 2008 Kensington Pl, Saint Jacob, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 2008 Kensington Pl, Saint Jacob, IL is $500,022 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $456,644 to $543,400. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 2008 Kensington Pl, Saint Jacob, IL last sell?

2008 Kensington Pl, Saint Jacob, IL last sold on Oct 11, 2005 for $295,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 2008 Kensington Pl, Saint Jacob, IL?

2008 Kensington Pl, Saint Jacob, IL has 1 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 737 square feet of living space and a 0.41-acre lot.

When was 2008 Kensington Pl, Saint Jacob, IL built?

2008 Kensington Pl, Saint Jacob, IL was built in 2005, making it 21 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 2008 Kensington Pl, Saint Jacob, IL?

2008 Kensington Pl, Saint Jacob, IL is assigned to Silver Creek Elementary School (elementary), rated B+; Triad High School (high), rated A; Triad Middle School (middle), rated A-. All sit in Triad Community Unit School District 2. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 2008 Kensington Pl, Saint Jacob, IL compare to other homes in Saint Jacob 62281?

Among the 1,104 homes in Saint Jacob 62281, it is worth more than 77% of them ($500,022 against a typical $372,433), its price per square foot is higher than 98% of them ($678 against a typical $256), it is bigger than 7% of them (737 ft² against a typical 1,419 ft²), its lot is bigger than 46% of them (0.41 ac against a typical 0.5 ac) and it is newer than 68% of them (2005 against a typical 1997). Measured against all of Madison County, it is worth more than 95% 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 2008 Kensington Pl, Saint Jacob, IL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 2008 Kensington Pl, Saint Jacob, IL was $7,772. The county assessed it at $145,930.

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