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$86,431$76 / 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 64How 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 $20,000 on Apr 9, 2025

301 WATER TOWER PL

SIDNEY, IL 61877
1
Baths
1,134 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.
1920
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$86K
$56K low$117K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$20,000 · Apr 9, 2025

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,084 (2024)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$19,200 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$1,720
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$17,480
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$17,980
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$57,600

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.100 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.51%
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.1 percent flood zone

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.A-Frame
CountyChampaign
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood Frame
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Raised (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
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 · 140 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.

E
Unity East Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 4.4 mi
H
Unity High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 9.6 mi
M
Unity Junior High SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 9.7 mi

District: Tolono Community Unit School District 7

Neighborhood · ZIP 61877These 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.52
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 100.52

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.17%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.9.1%
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.1,395
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.50 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$100,878
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$100,455
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.52°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.56%

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How this home compares

301 Water Tower Pl 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 97% of homes in Sidney 61877
  • Among the lowest price per square foot in Sidney 61877
  • Smaller than 70% of homes in Sidney 61877
  • Older than 86% of homes in Champaign County

What homes are worth in Sidney 61877

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

This home
$86K$581K

This home is worth more than 3% of homes in Sidney 61877.

How it measures up in Sidney 61877

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Sidney 61877.

Estimated value$86,431
CheaperTypical $230,079Pricier

Pricier than 3% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$76
CheaperTypical $162Pricier

Cheaper than almost all homes nearby

Living area1,134 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,380 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 30% of homes nearby

Year built1920
OlderTypical 1969Newer

Newer than 25% of homes nearby

How 301 Water Tower Pl ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSidney 61877Champaign County
Estimated valuepricier than$86,4313% of homes5% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$76almost no homes3% of homes
Living areabigger than1,134 ft²30% of homes40% of homes
Year builtnewer than192025% of homes14% of homes

About 301 Water Tower Pl

How much is 301 Water Tower Pl, Sidney, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 301 Water Tower Pl, Sidney, IL is $86,431 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $55,658 to $117,204. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 301 Water Tower Pl, Sidney, IL last sell?

301 Water Tower Pl, Sidney, IL last sold on Apr 9, 2025 for $20,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 301 Water Tower Pl, Sidney, IL?

301 Water Tower Pl, Sidney, IL has 1 bathrooms and 1,134 square feet of living space.

When was 301 Water Tower Pl, Sidney, IL built?

301 Water Tower Pl, Sidney, IL was built in 1920, making it 106 years old. It is a a-frame home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 301 Water Tower Pl, Sidney, IL?

301 Water Tower Pl, Sidney, IL is assigned to Unity East Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; Unity High School (high), rated B+; Unity Junior High School (middle), rated B-. All sit in Tolono Community Unit School District 7. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 301 Water Tower Pl, Sidney, IL compare to other homes in Sidney 61877?

Among the 650 homes in Sidney 61877, it is worth more than 3% of them ($86,431 against a typical $230,079), its price per square foot is higher than almost none of them ($76 against a typical $162), it is bigger than 30% of them (1,134 ft² against a typical 1,380 ft²) and it is newer than 25% of them (1920 against a typical 1969). Measured against all of Champaign County, it is worth more than 5% 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 301 Water Tower Pl, Sidney, IL?

The 2024 property tax bill for 301 Water Tower Pl, Sidney, IL was $1,084. The county assessed it at $19,200.

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