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$313,897$150 / 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 93How 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 $155,000 on Jun 1, 2000

205 W HELY ST

TOWANDA, IL 61776
1
Baths
2,096 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.
0.71 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1979
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$314K
$292K low$336K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$155,000 · Jun 1, 2000

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,355 (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.$86,421 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$14,672
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$71,749
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$86,421
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$259,263

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.48
60
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
8
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
75
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
73
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
27
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.25 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
CountyMcLean
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.71
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.Mat/Raft Foundation (Slab)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 225 ft²Patio · 225 ft²

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

E
Towanda Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.2 mi
H
Normal Community High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.1 mi
M
Evans Junior High SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 8.9 mi

District: McLean County Unit School District 5

Neighborhood · ZIP 61776These 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.108
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.81
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.34

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.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.38%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.2.9%
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.3,573
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.69 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$136,729
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$173,101
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.52°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.37 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.56%

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How this home compares

205 W Hely 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 more than 68% of homes in McLean County
  • Costs less per square foot than 82% of homes in Towanda 61776
  • Bigger than 86% of homes in Towanda 61776
  • Has a bigger lot than 87% of homes in McLean County
  • Newer than 67% of homes in Towanda 61776

What homes are worth in Towanda 61776

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

This home
$111K$1.1M

This home is worth more than 58% of homes in Towanda 61776.

How it measures up in Towanda 61776

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Towanda 61776.

Estimated value$313,897
CheaperTypical $286,250Pricier

Pricier than 58% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$150
CheaperTypical $191Pricier

Pricier than 18% of homes nearby

Living area2,096 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,378 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 86% of homes nearby

Lot size0.71 ac
SmallerTypical 0.6 acBigger

Bigger than 60% of homes nearby

Year built1979
OlderTypical 1973Newer

Newer than 67% of homes nearby

How 205 W Hely St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeTowanda 61776McLean County
Estimated valuepricier than$313,89758% of homes68% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$15018% of homes42% of homes
Living areabigger than2,096 ft²86% of homes75% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.71 ac60% of homes87% of homes
Year builtnewer than197967% of homes53% of homes

About 205 W Hely St

How much is 205 W Hely St, Towanda, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 205 W Hely St, Towanda, IL is $313,897 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $292,181 to $335,613. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 205 W Hely St, Towanda, IL last sell?

205 W Hely St, Towanda, IL last sold on Jun 1, 2000 for $155,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 205 W Hely St, Towanda, IL?

205 W Hely St, Towanda, IL has 1 bathrooms, 2,096 square feet of living space and a 0.71-acre lot.

When was 205 W Hely St, Towanda, IL built?

205 W Hely St, Towanda, IL was built in 1979, making it 47 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 205 W Hely St, Towanda, IL?

205 W Hely St, Towanda, IL is assigned to Towanda Elementary School (elementary), rated A; Normal Community High School (high), rated C-; Evans Junior High School (middle), rated A-. All sit in McLean County Unit School District 5. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 205 W Hely St, Towanda, IL compare to other homes in Towanda 61776?

Among the 590 homes in Towanda 61776, it is worth more than 58% of them ($313,897 against a typical $286,250), its price per square foot is higher than 18% of them ($150 against a typical $191), it is bigger than 86% of them (2,096 ft² against a typical 1,378 ft²), its lot is bigger than 60% of them (0.71 ac against a typical 0.6 ac) and it is newer than 67% of them (1979 against a typical 1973). Measured against all of McLean 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 205 W Hely St, Towanda, IL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 205 W Hely St, Towanda, IL was $3,355. The county assessed it at $86,421.

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