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$12,832$14 / 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 78How 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

2509 FOREST AVE

EAST SAINT LOUIS, IL 62204
2
Baths
936 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.
0.13 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1935
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$13K
$10K low$16K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$829 (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.$6,609 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$480
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$6,129
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$6,314
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$19,827

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.56
86
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
31
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
84
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.
8
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.79 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.34%

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
CountyST. CLAIR
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.0.13
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
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 · 120 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
Wyvetter Younge School of ExcellenceD+
Elementary · Grades KG–8 · 0.5 mi
H
East St. Louis Senior High SchoolF
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.2 mi
M
East St Louis-Lincoln Middle SchoolF
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 2.3 mi

District: East St. Louis School District 189

Neighborhood · ZIP 62204These 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.156
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 100.153

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.81%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.2.6%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.34%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.4,876
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.853 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$36,789
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$49,014
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.56°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

2509 Forest 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.

  • Among the least valuable homes in St. Clair County
  • Among the lowest price per square foot in St. Clair County
  • Smaller than 75% of homes in St. Clair County
  • Has a smaller lot than 91% of homes in St. Clair County
  • Older than 82% of homes in St. Clair County

What homes are worth in East Saint Louis 62204

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

This home
$12K$83K

This home is worth more than 2% of homes in East Saint Louis 62204.

How it measures up in East Saint Louis 62204

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in East Saint Louis 62204.

Estimated value$12,832
CheaperTypical $25,425Pricier

Pricier than 2% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$14
CheaperTypical $25Pricier

Pricier than 2% of homes nearby

Living area936 ft²
SmallerTypical 960 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 47% of homes nearby

Lot size0.13 ac
SmallerTypical 0.15 acBigger

Bigger than 27% of homes nearby

Year built1935
OlderTypical 1938Newer

Newer than 49% of homes nearby

How 2509 Forest Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeEast Saint Louis 62204St. Clair County
Estimated valuepricier than$12,8322% of homesalmost no homes
Price per ft²pricier than$142% of homesalmost no homes
Living areabigger than936 ft²47% of homes25% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.13 ac27% of homes9% of homes
Year builtnewer than193549% of homes18% of homes

About 2509 Forest Ave

How much is 2509 Forest Ave, East Saint Louis, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 2509 Forest Ave, East Saint Louis, IL is $12,832 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $10,013 to $15,651. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 2509 Forest Ave, East Saint Louis, IL last sell?

2509 Forest Ave, East Saint Louis, IL last sold on Aug 8, 2016, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 2509 Forest Ave, East Saint Louis, IL?

2509 Forest Ave, East Saint Louis, IL has 2 bathrooms, 936 square feet of living space and a 0.13-acre lot.

When was 2509 Forest Ave, East Saint Louis, IL built?

2509 Forest Ave, East Saint Louis, IL was built in 1935, making it 91 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 2509 Forest Ave, East Saint Louis, IL?

2509 Forest Ave, East Saint Louis, IL is assigned to Wyvetter Younge School of Excellence (elementary), rated D+; East St. Louis Senior High School (high), rated F; East St Louis-Lincoln Middle School (middle), rated F. All sit in East St. Louis School District 189. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 2509 Forest Ave, East Saint Louis, IL compare to other homes in East Saint Louis 62204?

Among the 2,695 homes in East Saint Louis 62204, it is worth more than 2% of them ($12,832 against a typical $25,425), its price per square foot is higher than 2% of them ($14 against a typical $25), it is bigger than 47% of them (936 ft² against a typical 960 ft²), its lot is bigger than 27% of them (0.13 ac against a typical 0.15 ac) and it is newer than 49% of them (1935 against a typical 1938). Measured against all of St. Clair County, it is worth more than almost no 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 2509 Forest Ave, East Saint Louis, IL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 2509 Forest Ave, East Saint Louis, IL was $829. The county assessed it at $6,609.

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