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$168,871$195 / 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 94How 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 $145,000 on Oct 21, 2020

242 ADAMS ST

EDWARDSVILLE, IL 62025
2
Beds
1
Baths
864 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.
0.17 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1956
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
4
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
3
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$169K
$158K low$180K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$145,000 · Oct 21, 2020

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.$48,030 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$8,020
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$40,010
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$44,970
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$144,090

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.35
1
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.
65
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
8
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
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.1975
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.17
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
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Detached
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 · 264 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.

E
LeClaire Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–2 · 1.2 mi
H
Edwardsville High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.5 mi
M
Liberty Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.5 mi

District: Edwardsville Community Unit School District 7

Neighborhood · ZIP 62025These 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.99
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.140

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.92%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.33%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.11%
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.34,059
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.319 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$101,069
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$127,787
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.55°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

242 Adams 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 less than 91% of homes in Edwardsville 62025
  • Costs less per square foot than 73% of homes in Edwardsville 62025
  • Smaller than 84% of homes in Edwardsville 62025
  • Has a smaller lot than 82% of homes in Edwardsville 62025
  • Older than 71% of homes in Edwardsville 62025

What homes are worth in Edwardsville 62025

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

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$116K$807K

This home is worth more than 9% of homes in Edwardsville 62025.

How it measures up in Edwardsville 62025

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Edwardsville 62025.

Estimated value$168,871
CheaperTypical $319,283Pricier

Pricier than 9% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$195
CheaperTypical $236Pricier

Pricier than 27% of homes nearby

Living area864 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,232 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 16% of homes nearby

Lot size0.17 ac
SmallerTypical 0.31 acBigger

Bigger than 18% of homes nearby

Year built1956
OlderTypical 1983Newer

Newer than 29% of homes nearby

How 242 Adams St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeEdwardsville 62025Madison County
Estimated valuepricier than$168,8719% of homes44% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$19527% of homes64% of homes
Living areabigger than864 ft²16% of homes21% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.17 ac18% of homes28% of homes
Year builtnewer than195629% of homes39% of homes

About 242 Adams St

How much is 242 Adams St, Edwardsville, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 242 Adams St, Edwardsville, IL is $168,871 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $157,912 to $179,830. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 242 Adams St, Edwardsville, IL last sell?

242 Adams St, Edwardsville, IL last sold on Oct 21, 2020 for $145,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 242 Adams St, Edwardsville, IL?

242 Adams St, Edwardsville, IL has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 864 square feet of living space and a 0.17-acre lot.

When was 242 Adams St, Edwardsville, IL built?

242 Adams St, Edwardsville, IL was built in 1956, making it 70 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 242 Adams St, Edwardsville, IL?

242 Adams St, Edwardsville, IL is assigned to LeClaire Elementary School (elementary); Edwardsville High School (high), rated A-; Liberty Middle School (middle), rated B+. All sit in Edwardsville Community Unit School District 7. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 242 Adams St, Edwardsville, IL compare to other homes in Edwardsville 62025?

Among the 11,828 homes in Edwardsville 62025, it is worth more than 9% of them ($168,871 against a typical $319,283), its price per square foot is higher than 27% of them ($195 against a typical $236), it is bigger than 16% of them (864 ft² against a typical 1,232 ft²), its lot is bigger than 18% of them (0.17 ac against a typical 0.31 ac) and it is newer than 29% of them (1956 against a typical 1983). Measured against all of Madison County, it is worth more than 44% 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 242 Adams St, Edwardsville, IL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 242 Adams St, Edwardsville, IL was $1,817. The county assessed it at $48,030.

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