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$224,271
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 89How 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 $119,000 on Aug 15, 2017

2859 S FORREST LN

DECATUR, IL 62521
0
Baths
0.22 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.

Valuation

$224K
$199K low$249K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$119,000 · Aug 15, 2017
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.$56,427
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$45,142
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.72%
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.$116,844
MORTGAGE SERVICES III LLC · recorded Aug 15, 2017
2nd 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.$51,000
PNC BANK

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,024 (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.$53,476 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$7,942
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$45,534
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$49,852
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$160,444

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.42
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
13
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.
72
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.0.21
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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.

E
McGaughey Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–1 · 3.2 mi
H
Mt Zion High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.2 mi
M
Mt Zion Jr High SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 4.3 mi

District: Mount Zion Community Unit School District 3

Neighborhood · ZIP 62521These 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.94
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.89
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.55

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.90%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.15%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.14%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.6%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.32,847
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.522 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$67,684
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$82,291
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%

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

2859 S Forrest Ln 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 81% of homes in Macon County
  • Has a smaller lot than 80% of homes in Bayshore

What homes are worth in Decatur 62521

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

This home
$32K$546K

This home is worth more than 78% of homes in Decatur 62521.

How it measures up in Decatur 62521

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Decatur 62521.

Estimated value$224,271
CheaperTypical $142,535Pricier

Pricier than 78% of homes nearby

Lot size0.22 ac
SmallerTypical 0.28 acBigger

Bigger than 43% of homes nearby

How 2859 S Forrest Ln ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBayshoreDecatur 62521Macon County
Estimated valuepricier than$224,27128% of homes78% of homes81% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.22 ac20% of homes43% of homes43% of homes

About 2859 S Forrest Ln

How much is 2859 S Forrest Ln, Decatur, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 2859 S Forrest Ln, Decatur, IL is $224,271 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $199,135 to $249,407. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 2859 S Forrest Ln, Decatur, IL last sell?

2859 S Forrest Ln, Decatur, IL last sold on Aug 15, 2017 for $119,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

What schools serve 2859 S Forrest Ln, Decatur, IL?

2859 S Forrest Ln, Decatur, IL is assigned to McGaughey Elementary School (elementary); Mt Zion High School (high), rated B; Mt Zion Jr High School (middle), rated B-. All sit in Mount Zion Community Unit School District 3. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 2859 S Forrest Ln, Decatur, IL compare to other homes in Decatur 62521?

Among the 14,947 homes in Decatur 62521, it is worth more than 78% of them ($224,271 against a typical $142,535) and its lot is bigger than 43% of them (0.22 ac against a typical 0.28 ac). Measured against all of Macon County, it is worth more than 81% 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 2859 S Forrest Ln, Decatur, IL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 2859 S Forrest Ln, Decatur, IL was $4,024. The county assessed it at $53,476.

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