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$162,770$145 / 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 85How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jun 23, 2026

256 E LORENA AVE

WOOD RIVER, IL 62095
1
Baths
1,122 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.
3,125 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1955
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$163K
$138K low$187K high
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.$162,770
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$130,216

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,698 (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.$35,080 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$3,100
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$31,980
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$32,380
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$105,240

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.31
1
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.
82
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.
4
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
CountyMADISON
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.07
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

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.

M
Lewis-Clark Jr High SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.2 mi
E
Lewis-Clark Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.2 mi
H
East Alton-Wood River High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.8 mi

District: Wood River-Hartford Elementary School District 15

Neighborhood · ZIP 62095These 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.125
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.93
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.129

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.93%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.14%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.15%
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.10,408
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,409 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$70,142
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$78,399
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.55°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.Yes

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

256 E Lorena 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.

  • Worth more than 75% of homes in Wood River 62095
  • Costs more per square foot than 69% of homes in Wood River 62095
  • Bigger than 68% of homes in Wood River 62095
  • Among the smallest lots in Wood River 62095
  • Newer than 68% of homes in Wood River 62095

What homes are worth in Wood River 62095

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

This home
$34K$366K

This home is worth more than 75% of homes in Wood River 62095.

How it measures up in Wood River 62095

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Wood River 62095.

Estimated value$162,770
CheaperTypical $116,735Pricier

Pricier than 75% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$145
CheaperTypical $120Pricier

Pricier than 69% of homes nearby

Living area1,122 ft²
SmallerTypical 988 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 68% of homes nearby

Lot size3,125 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.16 acBigger

Smaller than almost all homes nearby

Year built1955
OlderTypical 1945Newer

Newer than 68% of homes nearby

How 256 E Lorena Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWood River 62095Madison County
Estimated valuepricier than$162,77075% of homes44% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$14569% of homes44% of homes
Living areabigger than1,122 ft²68% of homes50% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3,125 ft²almost no homesalmost no homes
Year builtnewer than195568% of homes37% of homes

About 256 E Lorena Ave

How much is 256 E Lorena Ave, Wood River, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 256 E Lorena Ave, Wood River, IL is $162,770 as of Jun 23, 2026. The likely range is $138,354 to $187,185. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 256 E Lorena Ave, Wood River, IL last sell?

256 E Lorena Ave, Wood River, IL last sold on Oct 7, 2024, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 256 E Lorena Ave, Wood River, IL?

256 E Lorena Ave, Wood River, IL has 1 bathrooms, 1,122 square feet of living space and a 0.07-acre lot.

When was 256 E Lorena Ave, Wood River, IL built?

256 E Lorena Ave, Wood River, IL was built in 1955, making it 71 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 256 E Lorena Ave, Wood River, IL?

256 E Lorena Ave, Wood River, IL is assigned to Lewis-Clark Jr High School (middle), rated C-; Lewis-Clark Elementary School (elementary), rated C+; East Alton-Wood River High School (high), rated A+. All sit in Wood River-Hartford Elementary School District 15. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 256 E Lorena Ave, Wood River, IL compare to other homes in Wood River 62095?

Among the 4,180 homes in Wood River 62095, it is worth more than 75% of them ($162,770 against a typical $116,735), its price per square foot is higher than 69% of them ($145 against a typical $120), it is bigger than 68% of them (1,122 ft² against a typical 988 ft²), its lot is bigger than almost none of them (3,125 ft² against a typical 0.16 ac) and it is newer than 68% of them (1955 against a typical 1945). Measured against all of Madison County, it is worth more than 44% 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 256 E Lorena Ave, Wood River, IL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 256 E Lorena Ave, Wood River, IL was $1,698. The county assessed it at $35,080.

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