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$53,618$124 / 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

218 GILBERT ST

SWANSEA, IL 62226
2
Baths
432 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.
3,485 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1889
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$54K
$49K low$58K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,817 (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.$24,614 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$1,622
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$22,992
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$22,201
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$73,842

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.36
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
1
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.
73
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.

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
CountyST. CLAIR
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1985
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.08
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
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(1)

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
Franklin Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 0.5 mi
M
Central Jr. High SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 2.4 mi

District: Belleville School District 118

Neighborhood · ZIP 62226These 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.96
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.158

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.19%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.12%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.3%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.27,353
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,246 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$72,844
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$91,906
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.56°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.40 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

218 Gilbert 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.

  • Among the least valuable homes in Belleville 62226
  • Costs less per square foot than 66% of homes in Belleville 62226
  • Among the smallest homes in St. Clair County
  • Has a smaller lot than 97% of homes in Belleville 62226
  • Among the oldest homes in Belleville 62226

What homes are worth in Belleville 62226

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

This home
$65K$540K

This home is worth less than almost all homes in Belleville 62226.

How it measures up in Belleville 62226

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Belleville 62226.

Estimated value$53,618
CheaperTypical $174,270Pricier

Cheaper than almost all homes nearby

Price per ft²$124
CheaperTypical $138Pricier

Pricier than 34% of homes nearby

Living area432 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,224 ft²Bigger

Smaller than almost all homes nearby

Lot size3,485 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.24 acBigger

Bigger than 3% of homes nearby

Year built1889
OlderTypical 1965Newer

Older than almost all homes nearby

How 218 Gilbert St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBelleville 62226St. Clair County
Estimated valuepricier than$53,618almost no homes12% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$12434% of homes37% of homes
Living areabigger than432 ft²almost no homesalmost no homes
Lot sizebigger than3,485 ft²3% of homes3% of homes
Year builtnewer than1889almost no homes2% of homes

About 218 Gilbert St

How much is 218 Gilbert St, Swansea, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 218 Gilbert St, Swansea, IL is $53,618 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $49,018 to $58,218. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 218 Gilbert St, Swansea, IL last sell?

218 Gilbert St, Swansea, IL last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 218 Gilbert St, Swansea, IL?

218 Gilbert St, Swansea, IL has 2 bathrooms, 432 square feet of living space and a 0.08-acre lot.

When was 218 Gilbert St, Swansea, IL built?

218 Gilbert St, Swansea, IL was built in 1889, making it 137 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 218 Gilbert St, Swansea, IL?

218 Gilbert St, Swansea, IL is assigned to Franklin Elementary School (elementary), rated C+; Central Jr. High School (middle), rated A-. All sit in Belleville School District 118. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 218 Gilbert St, Swansea, IL compare to other homes in Belleville 62226?

Among the 10,288 homes in Belleville 62226, it is worth more than almost none of them ($53,618 against a typical $174,270), its price per square foot is higher than 34% of them ($124 against a typical $138), it is bigger than almost none of them (432 ft² against a typical 1,224 ft²), its lot is bigger than 3% of them (3,485 ft² against a typical 0.24 ac) and it is newer than almost none of them (1889 against a typical 1965). Measured against all of St. Clair County, it is worth more than 12% 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 218 Gilbert St, Swansea, IL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 218 Gilbert St, Swansea, IL was $1,817. The county assessed it at $24,614.

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