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$334,120$191 / 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 97How 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
Last sold for $194,000 on Jul 26, 2010

2556 RACHELS WAY

DECATUR, IL 62521
2
Baths
1,753 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.
0.21 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2006
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$334K
$325K low$344K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$194,000 · Jul 26, 2010
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$334,120
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$267,296

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,914 (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.$89,226 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$14,835
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$74,391
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$86,309
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$267,704

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.40
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
10
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.
67
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.0.21
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
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 · 144 ft²Porch · 126 ft²

Transaction History(3)

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
E. J. Muffley Elementary SchoolD
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 1.1 mi
H
Eisenhower High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.5 mi
M
Stephen Decatur Middle SchoolD-
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 5.8 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%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

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

2556 Rachels Way 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 more than 93% of homes in Greenlake
  • Costs more per square foot than 89% of homes in Macon County
  • Bigger than 84% of homes in Greenlake
  • Newer than 97% 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$574K

This home is worth more than 91% 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$334,120
CheaperTypical $143,681Pricier

Pricier than 91% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$191
CheaperTypical $129Pricier

Pricier than 84% of homes nearby

Living area1,753 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,280 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 79% of homes nearby

Lot size0.21 ac
SmallerTypical 0.27 acBigger

Bigger than 44% of homes nearby

Year built2006
OlderTypical 1962Newer

Newer than 96% of homes nearby

How 2556 Rachels Way ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeGreenlakeDecatur 62521Macon County
Estimated valuepricier than$334,12093% of homes91% of homes93% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$19188% of homes84% of homes89% of homes
Living areabigger than1,753 ft²84% of homes79% of homes84% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.21 ac44% of homes44% of homes43% of homes
Year builtnewer than200691% of homes96% of homes97% of homes

About 2556 Rachels Way

How much is 2556 Rachels Way, Decatur, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 2556 Rachels Way, Decatur, IL is $334,120 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $324,544 to $343,696. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 2556 Rachels Way, Decatur, IL last sell?

2556 Rachels Way, Decatur, IL last sold on Jul 26, 2010 for $194,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 2556 Rachels Way, Decatur, IL?

2556 Rachels Way, Decatur, IL has 2 bathrooms, 1,753 square feet of living space and a 0.21-acre lot.

When was 2556 Rachels Way, Decatur, IL built?

2556 Rachels Way, Decatur, IL was built in 2006, making it 20 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 2556 Rachels Way, Decatur, IL?

2556 Rachels Way, 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 2556 Rachels Way, Decatur, IL compare to other homes in Decatur 62521?

Among the 14,947 homes in Decatur 62521, it is worth more than 91% of them ($334,120 against a typical $143,681), its price per square foot is higher than 84% of them ($191 against a typical $129), it is bigger than 79% of them (1,753 ft² against a typical 1,280 ft²), its lot is bigger than 44% of them (0.21 ac against a typical 0.27 ac) and it is newer than 96% of them (2006 against a typical 1962). Measured against all of Macon County, it is worth more than 93% 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 2556 Rachels Way, Decatur, IL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 2556 Rachels Way, Decatur, IL was $6,914. The county assessed it at $89,226.

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