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$70,926$70 / 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 80How 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 $54,000 on Dec 31, 2012

224 WASHINGTON AVE

CHARLESTON, IL 61920
2
Beds
1
Baths
1,008 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.
0.16 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1975
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$71K
$57K low$85K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$54,000 · Dec 31, 2012

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,260 (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.$17,298 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$2,660
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$14,638
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$15,697
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$51,894

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
39
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
9
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
81
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
76
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
37
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.8 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.minimal

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 Residential
CountyCOLES
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.16
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

Transaction History(6)

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.

M
Charleston Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 1.0 mi
H
Charleston High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.2 mi
E
Carl Sandburg Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades 1–3 · 1.5 mi

District: Charleston Community Unit School District 1

Neighborhood · ZIP 61920These 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.123
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.90
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.83

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.87%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.21%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.19%
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.20,604
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.134 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$59,741
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$74,123
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.53°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

224 Washington 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 less than 89% of homes in Charleston 61920
  • Costs less per square foot than 83% of homes in Charleston 61920
  • Smaller than 85% of homes in Charleston 61920
  • Has a smaller lot than 82% of homes in Charleston 61920
  • Newer than 72% of homes in Coles County

What homes are worth in Charleston 61920

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

This home
$38K$599K

This home is worth more than 11% of homes in Charleston 61920.

How it measures up in Charleston 61920

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Charleston 61920.

Estimated value$70,926
CheaperTypical $169,550Pricier

Pricier than 11% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$70
CheaperTypical $111Pricier

Pricier than 17% of homes nearby

Living area1,008 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,531 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 15% of homes nearby

Lot size0.16 ac
SmallerTypical 0.3 acBigger

Bigger than 18% of homes nearby

Year built1975
OlderTypical 1966Newer

Newer than 64% of homes nearby

How 224 Washington Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeCharleston 61920Coles County
Estimated valuepricier than$70,92611% of homes15% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$7017% of homes23% of homes
Living areabigger than1,008 ft²15% of homes19% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.16 ac18% of homes23% of homes
Year builtnewer than197564% of homes72% of homes

About 224 Washington Ave

How much is 224 Washington Ave, Charleston, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 224 Washington Ave, Charleston, IL is $70,926 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $56,604 to $85,248. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 224 Washington Ave, Charleston, IL last sell?

224 Washington Ave, Charleston, IL last sold on Dec 31, 2012 for $54,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 224 Washington Ave, Charleston, IL?

224 Washington Ave, Charleston, IL has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,008 square feet of living space and a 0.16-acre lot.

When was 224 Washington Ave, Charleston, IL built?

224 Washington Ave, Charleston, IL was built in 1975, making it 51 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 224 Washington Ave, Charleston, IL?

224 Washington Ave, Charleston, IL is assigned to Charleston Middle School (middle), rated B; Charleston High School (high), rated D; Carl Sandburg Elementary School (elementary), rated B. All sit in Charleston Community Unit School District 1. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 224 Washington Ave, Charleston, IL compare to other homes in Charleston 61920?

Among the 6,491 homes in Charleston 61920, it is worth more than 11% of them ($70,926 against a typical $169,550), its price per square foot is higher than 17% of them ($70 against a typical $111), it is bigger than 15% of them (1,008 ft² against a typical 1,531 ft²), its lot is bigger than 18% of them (0.16 ac against a typical 0.3 ac) and it is newer than 64% of them (1975 against a typical 1966). Measured against all of Coles County, it is worth more than 15% 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 224 Washington Ave, Charleston, IL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 224 Washington Ave, Charleston, IL was $1,260. The county assessed it at $17,298.

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