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$166,272$212 / 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 91How 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 $65,000 on Mar 28, 2012

311 N JAMES ST

CHAMPAIGN, IL 61821
2
Baths
783 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.
0.18 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1904
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$166K
$151K low$181K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$65,000 · Mar 28, 2012
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.$166,272
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$133,018

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,923 (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.$57,210 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$8,710
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$48,500
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$50,990
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$171,630

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.4 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
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
CountyCHAMPAIGN
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.18
HeatingThe type of heating system 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 · 168 ft²

Transaction History(3)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Foreclosure Filings(3)

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

E
Dr Howard Elementary SchoolD
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.2 mi
H
Central High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.7 mi
M
Franklin Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.7 mi

District: Champaign Community Unit School District 4

Neighborhood · ZIP 61821These 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.78
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.86
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.49

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.21%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.13%
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.31,352
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.3,528 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$74,699
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$92,842
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%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Absentee owner
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.Yes

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

311 N James 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 71% of homes in Champaign County
  • Costs more per square foot than 79% of homes in Champaign 61821
  • Smaller than 95% of homes in Champaign 61821
  • Among the oldest homes in Champaign 61821

What homes are worth in Champaign 61821

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

This home
$80K$552K

This home is worth more than 33% of homes in Champaign 61821.

How it measures up in Champaign 61821

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Champaign 61821.

Estimated value$166,272
CheaperTypical $196,402Pricier

Pricier than 33% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$212
CheaperTypical $163Pricier

Pricier than 79% of homes nearby

Living area783 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,167 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 5% of homes nearby

Lot size0.18 ac
SmallerTypical 0.17 acBigger

Bigger than 59% of homes nearby

Year built1904
OlderTypical 1961Newer

Older than almost all homes nearby

How 311 N James St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeChampaign 61821Champaign County
Estimated valuepricier than$166,27233% of homes29% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$21279% of homes76% of homes
Living areabigger than783 ft²5% of homes6% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.18 ac59% of homes38% of homes
Year builtnewer than1904almost no homes7% of homes

About 311 N James St

How much is 311 N James St, Champaign, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 311 N James St, Champaign, IL is $166,272 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $151,458 to $181,086. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 311 N James St, Champaign, IL last sell?

311 N James St, Champaign, IL last sold on Mar 28, 2012 for $65,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 311 N James St, Champaign, IL?

311 N James St, Champaign, IL has 2 bathrooms, 783 square feet of living space and a 0.18-acre lot.

When was 311 N James St, Champaign, IL built?

311 N James St, Champaign, IL was built in 1904, making it 122 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 311 N James St, Champaign, IL?

311 N James St, Champaign, IL is assigned to Dr Howard Elementary School (elementary), rated D; Central High School (high), rated C; Franklin Middle School (middle), rated C. All sit in Champaign Community Unit School District 4. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 311 N James St, Champaign, IL compare to other homes in Champaign 61821?

Among the 10,355 homes in Champaign 61821, it is worth more than 33% of them ($166,272 against a typical $196,402), its price per square foot is higher than 79% of them ($212 against a typical $163), it is bigger than 5% of them (783 ft² against a typical 1,167 ft²), its lot is bigger than 59% of them (0.18 ac against a typical 0.17 ac) and it is newer than almost none of them (1904 against a typical 1961). Measured against all of Champaign County, it is worth more than 29% 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 311 N James St, Champaign, IL?

The 2024 property tax bill for 311 N James St, Champaign, IL was $3,923. The county assessed it at $57,210.

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