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$159,709$99 / 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

270 S SMITH ST

FORSYTH, IL 62535
2
Baths
1,609 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.
0.22 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1930
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$160K
$143K low$176K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,148 (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.$52,666 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$3,977
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$48,689
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$49,188
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$158,014

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.43
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
16
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.
74
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.0.22
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.No Foundation
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.Garage, Detached
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.Porch · 112 ft²

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

E
Maroa-Forsyth Grade SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.4 mi
H
Maroa-Forsyth Senior High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 7.1 mi
M
Maroa-Forsyth Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 7.2 mi

District: Maroa-Forsyth Community Unit School District 2

Neighborhood · ZIP 62535These 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.17
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 100.50

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.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.35%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.3%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.507
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.164 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$122,641
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$168,049
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%

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How this home compares

270 S Smith 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 less than 90% of homes in Forsyth 62535
  • Costs less per square foot than 97% of homes in Forsyth 62535
  • Bigger than 78% of homes in Macon County
  • Has a smaller lot than 88% of homes in Forsyth 62535
  • Older than 94% of homes in Forsyth 62535

What homes are worth in Forsyth 62535

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

This home
$108K$555K

This home is worth more than 10% of homes in Forsyth 62535.

How it measures up in Forsyth 62535

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Forsyth 62535.

Estimated value$159,709
CheaperTypical $285,873Pricier

Pricier than 10% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$99
CheaperTypical $160Pricier

Pricier than 3% of homes nearby

Living area1,609 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,668 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 45% of homes nearby

Lot size0.22 ac
SmallerTypical 0.39 acBigger

Bigger than 12% of homes nearby

Year built1930
OlderTypical 1993Newer

Newer than 6% of homes nearby

How 270 S Smith St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeForsyth 62535Macon County
Estimated valuepricier than$159,70910% of homes60% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$993% of homes37% of homes
Living areabigger than1,609 ft²45% of homes78% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.22 ac12% of homes43% of homes
Year builtnewer than19306% of homes24% of homes

About 270 S Smith St

How much is 270 S Smith St, Forsyth, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 270 S Smith St, Forsyth, IL is $159,709 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $142,954 to $176,464. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 270 S Smith St, Forsyth, IL last sell?

270 S Smith St, Forsyth, IL last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 270 S Smith St, Forsyth, IL?

270 S Smith St, Forsyth, IL has 2 bathrooms, 1,609 square feet of living space and a 0.22-acre lot.

When was 270 S Smith St, Forsyth, IL built?

270 S Smith St, Forsyth, IL was built in 1930, making it 96 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 270 S Smith St, Forsyth, IL?

270 S Smith St, Forsyth, IL is assigned to Maroa-Forsyth Grade School (elementary), rated B+; Maroa-Forsyth Senior High School (high), rated C+; Maroa-Forsyth Middle School (middle), rated B+. All sit in Maroa-Forsyth Community Unit School District 2. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 270 S Smith St, Forsyth, IL compare to other homes in Forsyth 62535?

Among the 1,361 homes in Forsyth 62535, it is worth more than 10% of them ($159,709 against a typical $285,873), its price per square foot is higher than 3% of them ($99 against a typical $160), it is bigger than 45% of them (1,609 ft² against a typical 1,668 ft²), its lot is bigger than 12% of them (0.22 ac against a typical 0.39 ac) and it is newer than 6% of them (1930 against a typical 1993). Measured against all of Macon County, it is worth more than 60% 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 270 S Smith St, Forsyth, IL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 270 S Smith St, Forsyth, IL was $3,148. The county assessed it at $52,666.

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