Apartments (Generic)Residential
Last sold for $132,000 on Oct 26, 2021
255 MARCELLA DR
SWANSEA, IL 62226
0
Baths
2,000 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.
0.77 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1965
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
6
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.
Valuation
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$132,000 · Oct 26, 2021
Tax & Assessment
Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$8,673 (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.$107,902 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$19,165
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$88,737
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$97,323
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$323,706
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
15
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.
83
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
72
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.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.12 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%
Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.
Property Facts
Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Apartments (Generic)
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.1985
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.77
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Carport (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.Patio · 704 ft²Porch · 160 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.
District: High Mount School District 116
Neighborhood · ZIP 62226These 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.108
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.96
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.158
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.91%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.19%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.12%
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.27,353
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,246 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$72,844
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$91,906
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
255 Marcella 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.
- Bigger than 91% of homes in St. Clair County
- Has a bigger lot than 91% of homes in Belleville 62226
How it measures up in Belleville 62226
The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Belleville 62226.
Living area2,000 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,224 ft²Bigger
Bigger than 88% of homes nearby
Lot size0.77 ac
SmallerTypical 0.24 acBigger
Bigger than 91% of homes nearby
Year built1965
OlderTypical 1965Newer
Newer than 51% of homes nearby
| Measure | This home | Belleville 62226 | St. Clair County |
|---|---|---|---|
| Living areabigger than | 2,000 ft² | 88% of homes | 91% of homes |
| Lot sizebigger than | 0.77 ac | 91% of homes | 86% of homes |
| Year builtnewer than | 1965 | 51% of homes | 51% of homes |
About 255 Marcella Dr
When did 255 Marcella Dr, Swansea, IL last sell?
255 Marcella Dr, Swansea, IL last sold on Oct 26, 2021 for $132,000, according to the county's recorded deed.
How big is 255 Marcella Dr, Swansea, IL?
255 Marcella Dr, Swansea, IL has 2,000 square feet of living space and a 0.77-acre lot.
When was 255 Marcella Dr, Swansea, IL built?
255 Marcella Dr, Swansea, IL was built in 1965, making it 61 years old.
What schools serve 255 Marcella Dr, Swansea, IL?
255 Marcella Dr, Swansea, IL is assigned to High Mount Elementary School (elementary), rated D+. All sit in High Mount School District 116. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.
How does 255 Marcella Dr, Swansea, IL compare to other homes in Belleville 62226?
Among the 10,288 homes in Belleville 62226, it is bigger than 88% of them (2,000 ft² against a typical 1,224 ft²), its lot is bigger than 91% of them (0.77 ac against a typical 0.24 ac) and it is newer than 51% of them (1965 against a typical 1965). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.
What are the property taxes on 255 Marcella Dr, Swansea, IL?
The 2025 property tax bill for 255 Marcella Dr, Swansea, IL was $8,673. The county assessed it at $107,902.
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