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$275,356$327 / 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 Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $269,000 on Dec 23, 2025

218 WALNUT ST

HIGHLAND, IL 62249
4
Beds
2
Baths
842 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.
0.15 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1920
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
10
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$275K
$251K low$300K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$269,000 · Dec 23, 2025

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,537 (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.$62,620 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$7,480
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$55,140
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$58,310
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$187,860

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.
14
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.
72
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
45
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.Rural Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Conventional
CountyMADISON
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.1965
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.15
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
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
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
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Patio · 25 ft²

Transaction History(4)

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.

H
Highland High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.8 mi
M
Highland Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.0 mi
E
Highland Primary School
Elementary · Grades PK–2 · 1.8 mi

District: Highland Community Unit School District 5

Neighborhood · ZIP 62249These 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.85
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 100.149

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.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.24%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.3.1%
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.15,329
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.175 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$94,663
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$114,481
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.55°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.42 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 Walnut 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 72% of homes in Madison County
  • Costs more per square foot than 92% of homes in Madison County
  • Smaller than 88% of homes in Highland 62249
  • Has a smaller lot than 90% of homes in Highland 62249
  • Older than 91% of homes in Highland 62249

What homes are worth in Highland 62249

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

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$94K$688K

This home is worth more than 51% of homes in Highland 62249.

How it measures up in Highland 62249

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Highland 62249.

Estimated value$275,356
CheaperTypical $273,885Pricier

Pricier than 51% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$327
CheaperTypical $203Pricier

Pricier than 89% of homes nearby

Living area842 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,312 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 12% of homes nearby

Lot size0.15 ac
SmallerTypical 0.34 acBigger

Bigger than 10% of homes nearby

Year built1920
OlderTypical 1982Newer

Newer than 9% of homes nearby

How 218 Walnut St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeHighland 62249Madison County
Estimated valuepricier than$275,35651% of homes72% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$32789% of homes92% of homes
Living areabigger than842 ft²12% of homes18% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.15 ac10% of homes19% of homes
Year builtnewer than19209% of homes9% of homes

About 218 Walnut St

How much is 218 Walnut St, Highland, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 218 Walnut St, Highland, IL is $275,356 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $250,891 to $299,821. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 218 Walnut St, Highland, IL last sell?

218 Walnut St, Highland, IL last sold on Dec 23, 2025 for $269,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 218 Walnut St, Highland, IL?

218 Walnut St, Highland, IL has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 842 square feet of living space and a 0.15-acre lot.

When was 218 Walnut St, Highland, IL built?

218 Walnut St, Highland, IL was built in 1920, making it 106 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 218 Walnut St, Highland, IL?

218 Walnut St, Highland, IL is assigned to Highland High School (high), rated A+; Highland Middle School (middle), rated B-; Highland Primary School (elementary). All sit in Highland Community Unit School District 5. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 218 Walnut St, Highland, IL compare to other homes in Highland 62249?

Among the 6,125 homes in Highland 62249, it is worth more than 51% of them ($275,356 against a typical $273,885), its price per square foot is higher than 89% of them ($327 against a typical $203), it is bigger than 12% of them (842 ft² against a typical 1,312 ft²), its lot is bigger than 10% of them (0.15 ac against a typical 0.34 ac) and it is newer than 9% of them (1920 against a typical 1982). Measured against all of Madison County, it is worth more than 72% 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 Walnut St, Highland, IL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 218 Walnut St, Highland, IL was $4,537. The county assessed it at $62,620.

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