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$344,508$290 / 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 93How 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

281 CASTLE DR

EDWARDSVILLE, IL 62025
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,188 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.
3,675 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1973
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
4
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$345K
$321K low$368K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,810 (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.$116,360 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$55,450
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$60,910
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$108,960
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$349,080

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.46
56
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.
84
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
70
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
8
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.19 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%

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.0.08
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, 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.Patio · 583 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.

E
Midway Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–2 · 2.1 mi
M
Lincoln Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 7.8 mi
H
Edwardsville High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 9.3 mi

District: Edwardsville Community Unit School District 7

Neighborhood · ZIP 62025These 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.79
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.99
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.140

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.92%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.33%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.11%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.34,059
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.319 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$101,069
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$127,787
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.55°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.40 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

281 Castle 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 82% of homes in Madison County
  • Costs more per square foot than 88% of homes in Madison County
  • Among the smallest lots in Edwardsville 62025

What homes are worth in Edwardsville 62025

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

This home
$106K$884K

This home is worth more than 59% of homes in Edwardsville 62025.

How it measures up in Edwardsville 62025

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Edwardsville 62025.

Estimated value$344,508
CheaperTypical $304,421Pricier

Pricier than 59% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$290
CheaperTypical $231Pricier

Pricier than 70% of homes nearby

Living area1,188 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,235 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 46% of homes nearby

Lot size3,675 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.31 acBigger

Smaller than almost all homes nearby

Year built1973
OlderTypical 1983Newer

Newer than 43% of homes nearby

How 281 Castle Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeEdwardsville 62025Madison County
Estimated valuepricier than$344,50859% of homes82% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$29070% of homes88% of homes
Living areabigger than1,188 ft²46% of homes56% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3,675 ft²almost no homes2% of homes
Year builtnewer than197343% of homes60% of homes

About 281 Castle Dr

How much is 281 Castle Dr, Edwardsville, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 281 Castle Dr, Edwardsville, IL is $344,508 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $321,382 to $367,634. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 281 Castle Dr, Edwardsville, IL last sell?

281 Castle Dr, Edwardsville, IL last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 281 Castle Dr, Edwardsville, IL?

281 Castle Dr, Edwardsville, IL has 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,188 square feet of living space and a 0.08-acre lot.

When was 281 Castle Dr, Edwardsville, IL built?

281 Castle Dr, Edwardsville, IL was built in 1973, making it 53 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 281 Castle Dr, Edwardsville, IL?

281 Castle Dr, Edwardsville, IL is assigned to Midway Elementary School (elementary); Lincoln Middle School (middle), rated B-; Edwardsville High School (high), rated B. All sit in Edwardsville Community Unit School District 7. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 281 Castle Dr, Edwardsville, IL compare to other homes in Edwardsville 62025?

Among the 11,828 homes in Edwardsville 62025, it is worth more than 59% of them ($344,508 against a typical $304,421), its price per square foot is higher than 70% of them ($290 against a typical $231), it is bigger than 46% of them (1,188 ft² against a typical 1,235 ft²), its lot is bigger than almost none of them (3,675 ft² against a typical 0.31 ac) and it is newer than 43% of them (1973 against a typical 1983). Measured against all of Madison County, it is worth more than 82% 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 281 Castle Dr, Edwardsville, IL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 281 Castle Dr, Edwardsville, IL was $6,810. The county assessed it at $116,360.

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