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$316,429$248 / 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 88How 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 $160,000 on Mar 18, 2009

261 8TH ST

WOOD RIVER, IL 62095
4
Beds
2
Baths
1,274 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.
0.37 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1910
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$316K
$279K low$354K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$160,000 · Mar 18, 2009
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.$158,306
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$126,645
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.58%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$158,123
US BANK NA · recorded Jan 4, 2012

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,826 (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.$83,890 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$4,730
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$79,160
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$77,430
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$251,670

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.34
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
14
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.Rural Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Modern
CountyMADISON
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.1925
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.37
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
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Shed · 80 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.

M
Lewis-Clark Jr High SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.5 mi
E
Lewis-Clark Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.5 mi
H
East Alton-Wood River High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.3 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.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

261 8th St 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 97% of homes in Wood River 62095
  • Costs more per square foot than 96% of homes in Wood River 62095
  • Bigger than 81% of homes in Wood River 62095
  • Has a bigger lot than 92% of homes in Wood River 62095
  • Older than 98% 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
$37K$365K

This home is worth more than 97% 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$316,429
CheaperTypical $116,747Pricier

Pricier than 97% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$248
CheaperTypical $119Pricier

Pricier than 96% of homes nearby

Living area1,274 ft²
SmallerTypical 986 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 81% of homes nearby

Lot size0.37 ac
SmallerTypical 0.16 acBigger

Bigger than 92% of homes nearby

Year built1910
OlderTypical 1945Newer

Newer than 2% of homes nearby

How 261 8th St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWood River 62095Madison County
Estimated valuepricier than$316,42997% of homes78% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$24896% of homes82% of homes
Living areabigger than1,274 ft²81% of homes63% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.37 ac92% of homes69% of homes
Year builtnewer than19102% of homes5% of homes

About 261 8th St

How much is 261 8th St, Wood River, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 261 8th St, Wood River, IL is $316,429 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $278,666 to $354,192. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 261 8th St, Wood River, IL last sell?

261 8th St, Wood River, IL last sold on Mar 18, 2009 for $160,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 261 8th St, Wood River, IL?

261 8th St, Wood River, IL has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,274 square feet of living space and a 0.37-acre lot.

When was 261 8th St, Wood River, IL built?

261 8th St, Wood River, IL was built in 1910, making it 116 years old. It is a modern home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 261 8th St, Wood River, IL?

261 8th St, 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 261 8th St, 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 97% of them ($316,429 against a typical $116,747), its price per square foot is higher than 96% of them ($248 against a typical $119), it is bigger than 81% of them (1,274 ft² against a typical 986 ft²), its lot is bigger than 92% of them (0.37 ac against a typical 0.16 ac) and it is newer than 2% of them (1910 against a typical 1945). Measured against all of Madison County, it is worth more than 78% 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 261 8th St, Wood River, IL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 261 8th St, Wood River, IL was $6,826. The county assessed it at $83,890.

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