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$501,004$255 / 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 90How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $48,500 on Jan 28, 2021

259 CARTER RIDGE DR

HIGHLAND, IL 62249
1
Beds
2
Baths
1,966 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.
0.61 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2021
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
1
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$501K
$453K low$549K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$48,500 · Jan 28, 2021

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$8,381 (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.$126,680 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$19,490
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$107,190
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$118,810
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$380,040

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.41
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
26
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.
73
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.

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.0.61
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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

H
Highland High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.7 mi
M
Highland Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.8 mi
E
Highland Primary School
Elementary · Grades PK–2 · 2.3 mi

District: Highland Community Unit School District 5

Neighborhood · ZIP 62249These 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.85
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.91
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.149

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.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.24%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.3.1%
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.15,329
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.175 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$94,663
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$114,481
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.55°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.42 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

259 Carter Ridge 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.

  • Worth more than 95% of homes in Madison County
  • Costs more per square foot than 83% of homes in Madison County
  • Bigger than 93% of homes in Madison County
  • Has a bigger lot than 81% of homes in Madison County
  • Among the newest homes in Highland 62249

What homes are worth in Highland 62249

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

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$95K$665K

This home is worth more than 90% of homes in Highland 62249.

How it measures up in Highland 62249

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Highland 62249.

Estimated value$501,004
CheaperTypical $273,881Pricier

Pricier than 90% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$255
CheaperTypical $203Pricier

Pricier than 76% of homes nearby

Living area1,966 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,316 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 87% of homes nearby

Lot size0.61 ac
SmallerTypical 0.34 acBigger

Bigger than 61% of homes nearby

Year built2021
OlderTypical 1982Newer

Newer than almost all homes nearby

How 259 Carter Ridge Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeHighland 62249Madison County
Estimated valuepricier than$501,00490% of homes95% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$25576% of homes83% of homes
Living areabigger than1,966 ft²87% of homes93% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.61 ac61% of homes81% of homes
Year builtnewer than2021almost all homesalmost all homes

About 259 Carter Ridge Dr

How much is 259 Carter Ridge Dr, Highland, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 259 Carter Ridge Dr, Highland, IL is $501,004 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $452,545 to $549,463. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 259 Carter Ridge Dr, Highland, IL last sell?

259 Carter Ridge Dr, Highland, IL last sold on Jan 28, 2021 for $48,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 259 Carter Ridge Dr, Highland, IL?

259 Carter Ridge Dr, Highland, IL has 1 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,966 square feet of living space and a 0.61-acre lot.

When was 259 Carter Ridge Dr, Highland, IL built?

259 Carter Ridge Dr, Highland, IL was built in 2021, making it 5 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 259 Carter Ridge Dr, Highland, IL?

259 Carter Ridge Dr, Highland, IL is assigned to Highland High School (high), rated A+; Highland Middle School (middle), rated B-; Highland Primary School (elementary). All sit in Highland Community Unit School District 5. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 259 Carter Ridge Dr, Highland, IL compare to other homes in Highland 62249?

Among the 6,125 homes in Highland 62249, it is worth more than 90% of them ($501,004 against a typical $273,881), its price per square foot is higher than 76% of them ($255 against a typical $203), it is bigger than 87% of them (1,966 ft² against a typical 1,316 ft²), its lot is bigger than 61% of them (0.61 ac against a typical 0.34 ac) and it is newer than almost all of them (2021 against a typical 1982). Measured against all of Madison County, it is worth more than 95% 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 259 Carter Ridge Dr, Highland, IL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 259 Carter Ridge Dr, Highland, IL was $8,381. The county assessed it at $126,680.

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