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$99,229$91 / 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 86How 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

242 E ACTON AVE

WOOD RIVER, IL 62095
1
Beds
2
Baths
1,092 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.
0.14 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1915
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
1
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$99K
$85K low$113K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$683 (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.$27,300 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$4,810
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$22,490
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$25,200
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$81,900

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.31
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.
82
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
69
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
4
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.1924
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.14
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.Central
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

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

M
Lewis-Clark Jr High SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.2 mi
E
Lewis-Clark Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.2 mi
H
East Alton-Wood River High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.7 mi

District: Wood River-Hartford Elementary School District 15

Neighborhood · ZIP 62095These 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.125
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.93
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.129

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.93%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.14%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.15%
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.10,408
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,409 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$70,142
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$78,399
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.55°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.39 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 E Acton 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 79% of homes in Madison County
  • Costs less per square foot than 82% of homes in Madison County
  • Bigger than 65% of homes in Wood River 62095
  • Has a smaller lot than 84% of homes in Madison County
  • Older than 95% of homes in Madison County

What homes are worth in Wood River 62095

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

This home
$41K$361K

This home is worth more than 31% of homes in Wood River 62095.

How it measures up in Wood River 62095

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Wood River 62095.

Estimated value$99,229
CheaperTypical $121,148Pricier

Pricier than 31% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$91
CheaperTypical $123Pricier

Pricier than 19% of homes nearby

Living area1,092 ft²
SmallerTypical 988 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 65% of homes nearby

Lot size0.14 ac
SmallerTypical 0.16 acBigger

Bigger than 33% of homes nearby

Year built1915
OlderTypical 1944Newer

Newer than 6% of homes nearby

How 242 E Acton Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWood River 62095Madison County
Estimated valuepricier than$99,22931% of homes21% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$9119% of homes18% of homes
Living areabigger than1,092 ft²65% of homes47% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.14 ac33% of homes16% of homes
Year builtnewer than19156% of homes5% of homes

About 242 E Acton Ave

How much is 242 E Acton Ave, Wood River, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 242 E Acton Ave, Wood River, IL is $99,229 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $85,385 to $113,073. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 242 E Acton Ave, Wood River, IL last sell?

242 E Acton Ave, Wood River, IL last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 242 E Acton Ave, Wood River, IL?

242 E Acton Ave, Wood River, IL has 1 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,092 square feet of living space and a 0.14-acre lot.

When was 242 E Acton Ave, Wood River, IL built?

242 E Acton Ave, Wood River, IL was built in 1915, making it 111 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 242 E Acton Ave, Wood River, IL?

242 E Acton Ave, Wood River, IL is assigned to Lewis-Clark Jr High School (middle), rated C-; Lewis-Clark Elementary School (elementary), rated C+; East Alton-Wood River High School (high), rated A+. All sit in Wood River-Hartford Elementary School District 15. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 242 E Acton Ave, Wood River, IL compare to other homes in Wood River 62095?

Among the 4,180 homes in Wood River 62095, it is worth more than 31% of them ($99,229 against a typical $121,148), its price per square foot is higher than 19% of them ($91 against a typical $123), it is bigger than 65% of them (1,092 ft² against a typical 988 ft²), its lot is bigger than 33% of them (0.14 ac against a typical 0.16 ac) and it is newer than 6% of them (1915 against a typical 1944). Measured against all of Madison County, it is worth more than 21% 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 E Acton Ave, Wood River, IL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 242 E Acton Ave, Wood River, IL was $683. The county assessed it at $27,300.

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