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$232,509$101 / 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 90How 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

244 HAMACHER ST

WATERLOO, IL 62298
6
Beds
5
Baths
2,304 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.
0.32 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1967
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$233K
$209K low$256K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,326 (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.$70,900 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$17,050
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$53,850
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$69,513
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$212,700

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.39
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.
88
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
71
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
CountyMONROE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.32
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
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
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 288 ft²

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
W. J. Zahnow Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–1 · 0.3 mi
M
Waterloo Junior High SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.4 mi
H
Waterloo High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.6 mi

District: Waterloo Community Unit School District 5

Neighborhood · ZIP 62298These 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.99
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.92
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.169

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.25%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.4.2%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.18,127
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.124 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$101,202
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$118,724
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.56°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

244 Hamacher 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 79% of homes in Waterloo 62298
  • Among the lowest price per square foot in Waterloo 62298
  • Bigger than 92% of homes in Waterloo 62298
  • Older than 69% of homes in Waterloo 62298

What homes are worth in Waterloo 62298

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

This home
$128K$684K

This home is worth more than 21% of homes in Waterloo 62298.

How it measures up in Waterloo 62298

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Waterloo 62298.

Estimated value$232,509
CheaperTypical $330,621Pricier

Pricier than 21% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$101
CheaperTypical $217Pricier

Cheaper than almost all homes nearby

Living area2,304 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,500 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 92% of homes nearby

Lot size0.32 ac
SmallerTypical 0.42 acBigger

Bigger than 40% of homes nearby

Year built1967
OlderTypical 1990Newer

Newer than 31% of homes nearby

How 244 Hamacher St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWaterloo 62298Monroe County
Estimated valuepricier than$232,50921% of homes21% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$101almost no homesalmost no homes
Living areabigger than2,304 ft²92% of homes92% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.32 ac40% of homes38% of homes
Year builtnewer than196731% of homes31% of homes

About 244 Hamacher St

How much is 244 Hamacher St, Waterloo, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 244 Hamacher St, Waterloo, IL is $232,509 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $209,287 to $255,731. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 244 Hamacher St, Waterloo, IL last sell?

244 Hamacher St, Waterloo, IL last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 244 Hamacher St, Waterloo, IL?

244 Hamacher St, Waterloo, IL has 6 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, 2,304 square feet of living space and a 0.32-acre lot.

When was 244 Hamacher St, Waterloo, IL built?

244 Hamacher St, Waterloo, IL was built in 1967, making it 59 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 244 Hamacher St, Waterloo, IL?

244 Hamacher St, Waterloo, IL is assigned to W. J. Zahnow Elementary School (elementary); Waterloo Junior High School (middle), rated B+; Waterloo High School (high), rated B-. All sit in Waterloo Community Unit School District 5. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 244 Hamacher St, Waterloo, IL compare to other homes in Waterloo 62298?

Among the 7,136 homes in Waterloo 62298, it is worth more than 21% of them ($232,509 against a typical $330,621), its price per square foot is higher than almost none of them ($101 against a typical $217), it is bigger than 92% of them (2,304 ft² against a typical 1,500 ft²), its lot is bigger than 40% of them (0.32 ac against a typical 0.42 ac) and it is newer than 31% of them (1967 against a typical 1990). Measured against all of Monroe 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 244 Hamacher St, Waterloo, IL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 244 Hamacher St, Waterloo, IL was $4,326. The county assessed it at $70,900.

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