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$255,470$175 / 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 95How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $160,000 on May 31, 2018

281 W WASHINGTON ST

HECKER, IL 62248
3
Beds
3
Baths
1,463 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.
0.33 ac
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.

Valuation

$255K
$244K low$267K 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 · May 31, 2018

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,187 (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.$74,360 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$7,200
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$67,160
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$78,542
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$223,080

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.41
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
19
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
89
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
72
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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Split Level
CountyMONROE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.33
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
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
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 · 360 ft²Porch · 49 ft²

Transaction History(2)

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.

H
Waterloo High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 7.7 mi
M
Waterloo Junior High SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 8.3 mi
E
W. J. Zahnow Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–1 · 8.4 mi

District: Waterloo Community Unit School District 5

Neighborhood · ZIP 62248These 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.131
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.87
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.184

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.89%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.23%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.2.3%
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.4
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.34 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$100,595
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$104,190
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.56°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

281 W Washington 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 72% of homes in Monroe County
  • Costs less per square foot than 85% of homes in Monroe County
  • Bigger than 78% of homes in Hecker 62248
  • Newer than 65% of homes in Hecker 62248

What homes are worth in Hecker 62248

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

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$68K$314K

This home is worth more than 71% of homes in Hecker 62248.

How it measures up in Hecker 62248

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Hecker 62248.

Estimated value$255,470
CheaperTypical $220,996Pricier

Pricier than 71% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$175
CheaperTypical $177Pricier

Pricier than 48% of homes nearby

Living area1,463 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,248 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 78% of homes nearby

Lot size0.33 ac
SmallerTypical 0.32 acBigger

Bigger than 57% of homes nearby

Year built1973
OlderTypical 1969Newer

Newer than 65% of homes nearby

How 281 W Washington St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeHecker 62248Monroe County
Estimated valuepricier than$255,47071% of homes28% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$17548% of homes15% of homes
Living areabigger than1,463 ft²78% of homes48% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.33 ac57% of homes38% of homes
Year builtnewer than197365% of homes35% of homes

About 281 W Washington St

How much is 281 W Washington St, Hecker, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 281 W Washington St, Hecker, IL is $255,470 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $243,813 to $267,127. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 281 W Washington St, Hecker, IL last sell?

281 W Washington St, Hecker, IL last sold on May 31, 2018 for $160,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 281 W Washington St, Hecker, IL?

281 W Washington St, Hecker, IL has 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 1,463 square feet of living space and a 0.33-acre lot.

When was 281 W Washington St, Hecker, IL built?

281 W Washington St, Hecker, IL was built in 1973, making it 53 years old. It is a split level home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 281 W Washington St, Hecker, IL?

281 W Washington St, Hecker, IL is assigned to Waterloo High School (high), rated B-; Waterloo Junior High School (middle), rated B+; W. J. Zahnow Elementary School (elementary). All sit in Waterloo Community Unit School District 5. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 281 W Washington St, Hecker, IL compare to other homes in Hecker 62248?

Among the 194 homes in Hecker 62248, it is worth more than 71% of them ($255,470 against a typical $220,996), its price per square foot is higher than 48% of them ($175 against a typical $177), it is bigger than 78% of them (1,463 ft² against a typical 1,248 ft²), its lot is bigger than 57% of them (0.33 ac against a typical 0.32 ac) and it is newer than 65% of them (1973 against a typical 1969). Measured against all of Monroe County, it is worth more than 28% 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 W Washington St, Hecker, IL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 281 W Washington St, Hecker, IL was $4,187. The county assessed it at $74,360.

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