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$584,032$175 / 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 89How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026

2520 S SHORES DR

DECATUR, IL 62521
5 / 2
Baths
3,335 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.
1.61 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1990
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$584K
$521K low$647K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$23,408 (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.$340,731 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$55,815
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$284,916
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$338,362
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$1,022,295

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.63
99
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
22
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.
69
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.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.197 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.1 percent flood zone

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.1.61
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Brick
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
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 · 553 ft²

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

E
E. J. Muffley Elementary SchoolD
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 1.1 mi
H
Eisenhower High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.8 mi
M
Stephen Decatur Middle SchoolD-
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 5.7 mi

District: Decatur School District 61

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%

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

2520 S Shores 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.

  • Among the most valuable homes in Decatur 62521
  • Costs more per square foot than 85% of homes in Macon County
  • Among the largest homes in Decatur 62521
  • Has a bigger lot than 90% of homes in Decatur 62521
  • Newer than 85% 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
$32K$550K

This home is worth more than almost all 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$584,032
CheaperTypical $143,515Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Price per ft²$175
CheaperTypical $129Pricier

Pricier than 80% of homes nearby

Living area3,335 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,280 ft²Bigger

Bigger than almost all homes nearby

Lot size1.61 ac
SmallerTypical 0.28 acBigger

Bigger than 90% of homes nearby

Year built1990
OlderTypical 1962Newer

Newer than 83% of homes nearby

How 2520 S Shores Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeDecatur 62521Macon County
Estimated valuepricier than$584,032almost all homesalmost all homes
Price per ft²pricier than$17580% of homes85% of homes
Living areabigger than3,335 ft²almost all homesalmost all homes
Lot sizebigger than1.61 ac90% of homes90% of homes
Year builtnewer than199083% of homes85% of homes

About 2520 S Shores Dr

How much is 2520 S Shores Dr, Decatur, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 2520 S Shores Dr, Decatur, IL is $584,032 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $521,056 to $647,008. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 2520 S Shores Dr, Decatur, IL last sell?

2520 S Shores Dr, Decatur, IL last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 2520 S Shores Dr, Decatur, IL?

2520 S Shores Dr, Decatur, IL has 5 bathrooms, 3,335 square feet of living space and a 1.61-acre lot.

When was 2520 S Shores Dr, Decatur, IL built?

2520 S Shores Dr, Decatur, IL was built in 1990, making it 36 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 2520 S Shores Dr, Decatur, IL?

2520 S Shores Dr, Decatur, IL is assigned to E. J. Muffley Elementary School (elementary), rated D; Eisenhower High School (high), rated D-; Stephen Decatur Middle School (middle), rated D-. All sit in Decatur School District 61. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 2520 S Shores Dr, Decatur, IL compare to other homes in Decatur 62521?

Among the 14,947 homes in Decatur 62521, it is worth more than almost all of them ($584,032 against a typical $143,515), its price per square foot is higher than 80% of them ($175 against a typical $129), it is bigger than almost all of them (3,335 ft² against a typical 1,280 ft²), its lot is bigger than 90% of them (1.61 ac against a typical 0.28 ac) and it is newer than 83% of them (1990 against a typical 1962). Measured against all of Macon County, it is worth more than almost all 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 2520 S Shores Dr, Decatur, IL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 2520 S Shores Dr, Decatur, IL was $23,408. The county assessed it at $340,731.

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