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$160,657$132 / 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 Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $120,000 on Sep 8, 2020

298 S ELM ST

EL PASO, IL 61738
1
Beds
0
Baths
1,215 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.
1960
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$161K
$145K low$177K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$120,000 · Sep 8, 2020

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,721 (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.$40,434 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$6,184
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$34,250
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$37,460
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$121,302

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.36
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
8
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
76
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.
27
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.minimal

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
CountyWOODFORD
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.21
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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

E
Jefferson Park School
Elementary · Grades PK–2 · 0.4 mi
H
El Paso-Gridley High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.7 mi
M
El Paso-Gridley Junior High SchoolB
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 7.0 mi

District: El Paso-Gridley Community Unit School District 11

Neighborhood · ZIP 61738These 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.118
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.90
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.38

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.20%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.9.6%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.4%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.4,055
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.48 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$77,653
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$97,559
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.51°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.37 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.56%

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How this home compares

298 S Elm 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 80% of homes in El Paso 61738
  • Smaller than 73% of homes in Woodford County
  • Has a smaller lot than 85% of homes in Woodford County

What homes are worth in El Paso 61738

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

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$99K$534K

This home is worth more than 20% of homes in El Paso 61738.

How it measures up in El Paso 61738

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in El Paso 61738.

Estimated value$160,657
CheaperTypical $221,118Pricier

Pricier than 20% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$132
CheaperTypical $142Pricier

Pricier than 44% of homes nearby

Living area1,215 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,547 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 34% of homes nearby

Lot size0.22 ac
SmallerTypical 0.34 acBigger

Bigger than 23% of homes nearby

Year built1960
OlderTypical 1963Newer

Newer than 48% of homes nearby

How 298 S Elm St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeEl Paso 61738Woodford County
Estimated valuepricier than$160,65720% of homes21% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$13244% of homes48% of homes
Living areabigger than1,215 ft²34% of homes27% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.22 ac23% of homes15% of homes
Year builtnewer than196048% of homes39% of homes

About 298 S Elm St

How much is 298 S Elm St, El Paso, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 298 S Elm St, El Paso, IL is $160,657 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $144,610 to $176,704. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 298 S Elm St, El Paso, IL last sell?

298 S Elm St, El Paso, IL last sold on Sep 8, 2020 for $120,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 298 S Elm St, El Paso, IL?

298 S Elm St, El Paso, IL has 1 bedrooms, 1,215 square feet of living space and a 0.21-acre lot.

When was 298 S Elm St, El Paso, IL built?

298 S Elm St, El Paso, IL was built in 1960, making it 66 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 298 S Elm St, El Paso, IL?

298 S Elm St, El Paso, IL is assigned to Jefferson Park School (elementary); El Paso-Gridley High School (high), rated A-; El Paso-Gridley Junior High School (middle), rated B. All sit in El Paso-Gridley Community Unit School District 11. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 298 S Elm St, El Paso, IL compare to other homes in El Paso 61738?

Among the 1,647 homes in El Paso 61738, it is worth more than 20% of them ($160,657 against a typical $221,118), its price per square foot is higher than 44% of them ($132 against a typical $142), it is bigger than 34% of them (1,215 ft² against a typical 1,547 ft²), its lot is bigger than 23% of them (0.22 ac against a typical 0.34 ac) and it is newer than 48% of them (1960 against a typical 1963). Measured against all of Woodford County, it is worth more than 21% 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 298 S Elm St, El Paso, IL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 298 S Elm St, El Paso, IL was $2,721. The county assessed it at $40,434.

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