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$123,506$113 / 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 96How 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 $49,000 on Jan 1, 1993

245 SHEPARD DR

DECATUR, IL 62521
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.
0.46 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1962
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$124K
$118K low$129K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$49,000 · Jan 1, 1993

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,654 (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.$44,943 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$4,487
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$40,456
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$44,631
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$134,842

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.44
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
23
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.
73
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
43
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
CountyMACON
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.46
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
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.Deck · 240 ft²Porch · 240 ft²

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

M
Meridian Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 5.5 mi
H
Meridian High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 5.5 mi
E
Meridian Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 10.6 mi

District: Meridian Community Unit School District 15

Neighborhood · ZIP 62521These 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.94
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.89
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.55

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.90%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.15%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.14%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.6%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.32,847
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.522 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$67,684
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$82,291
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.53°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

245 Shepard Dr 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.

  • Costs less per square foot than 66% of homes in Decatur 62521
  • Smaller than 68% of homes in Decatur 62521
  • Has a bigger lot than 70% of homes in Macon County

What homes are worth in Decatur 62521

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

This home
$36K$590K

This home is worth more than 41% of homes in Decatur 62521.

How it measures up in Decatur 62521

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Decatur 62521.

Estimated value$123,506
CheaperTypical $143,309Pricier

Pricier than 41% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$113
CheaperTypical $130Pricier

Pricier than 34% of homes nearby

Living area1,092 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,286 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 32% of homes nearby

Lot size0.46 ac
SmallerTypical 0.28 acBigger

Bigger than 65% of homes nearby

Year built1962
OlderTypical 1962Newer

Newer than 51% of homes nearby

How 245 Shepard Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeDecatur 62521Macon County
Estimated valuepricier than$123,50641% of homes45% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$11334% of homes47% of homes
Living areabigger than1,092 ft²32% of homes40% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.46 ac65% of homes70% of homes
Year builtnewer than196251% of homes56% of homes

About 245 Shepard Dr

How much is 245 Shepard Dr, Decatur, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 245 Shepard Dr, Decatur, IL is $123,506 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $117,986 to $129,026. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 245 Shepard Dr, Decatur, IL last sell?

245 Shepard Dr, Decatur, IL last sold on Jan 1, 1993 for $49,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 245 Shepard Dr, Decatur, IL?

245 Shepard Dr, Decatur, IL has 2 bathrooms, 1,092 square feet of living space and a 0.46-acre lot.

When was 245 Shepard Dr, Decatur, IL built?

245 Shepard Dr, Decatur, IL was built in 1962, making it 64 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 245 Shepard Dr, Decatur, IL?

245 Shepard Dr, Decatur, IL is assigned to Meridian Middle School (middle), rated C; Meridian High School (high), rated D+; Meridian Elementary School (elementary), rated C. All sit in Meridian Community Unit School District 15. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 245 Shepard Dr, Decatur, IL compare to other homes in Decatur 62521?

Among the 14,947 homes in Decatur 62521, it is worth more than 41% of them ($123,506 against a typical $143,309), its price per square foot is higher than 34% of them ($113 against a typical $130), it is bigger than 32% of them (1,092 ft² against a typical 1,286 ft²), its lot is bigger than 65% of them (0.46 ac against a typical 0.28 ac) and it is newer than 51% of them (1962 against a typical 1962). Measured against all of Macon County, it is worth more than 45% 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 245 Shepard Dr, Decatur, IL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 245 Shepard Dr, Decatur, IL was $1,654. The county assessed it at $44,943.

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