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$175,142$141 / 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 96How 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

321 W MONROE ST

HECKER, IL 62248
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,242 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.
0.48 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1959
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$175K
$168K low$182K high
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.$175,142
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$140,114

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,537 (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.$66,330 (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.$59,130
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$67,728
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$198,990

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.37
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
1
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
CountyMONROE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.48
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Masonry/Concrete Masonry Units (Cmus)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning 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.Shed · 200 ft²Patio · 270 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 · 8.4 mi
E
W. J. Zahnow Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–1 · 8.5 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%

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

321 W Monroe 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 89% of homes in Monroe County
  • Costs less per square foot than 90% of homes in Monroe County
  • Smaller than 68% of homes in Monroe County
  • Has a bigger lot than 90% of homes in Hecker 62248
  • Older than 77% of homes in Monroe County

What homes are worth in Hecker 62248

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

This home
$67K$313K

This home is worth more than 42% 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$175,142
CheaperTypical $185,915Pricier

Pricier than 42% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$141
CheaperTypical $149Pricier

Pricier than 40% of homes nearby

Living area1,242 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,248 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 49% of homes nearby

Lot size0.48 ac
SmallerTypical 0.32 acBigger

Bigger than 90% of homes nearby

Year built1959
OlderTypical 1969Newer

Newer than 34% of homes nearby

How 321 W Monroe St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeHecker 62248Monroe County
Estimated valuepricier than$175,14242% of homes11% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$14140% of homes10% of homes
Living areabigger than1,242 ft²49% of homes32% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.48 ac90% of homes51% of homes
Year builtnewer than195934% of homes23% of homes

About 321 W Monroe St

How much is 321 W Monroe St, Hecker, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 321 W Monroe St, Hecker, IL is $175,142 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $168,441 to $181,843. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 321 W Monroe St, Hecker, IL last sell?

321 W Monroe St, Hecker, IL last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 321 W Monroe St, Hecker, IL?

321 W Monroe St, Hecker, IL has 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,242 square feet of living space and a 0.48-acre lot.

When was 321 W Monroe St, Hecker, IL built?

321 W Monroe St, Hecker, IL was built in 1959, making it 67 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 321 W Monroe St, Hecker, IL?

321 W Monroe 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 321 W Monroe St, Hecker, IL compare to other homes in Hecker 62248?

Among the 194 homes in Hecker 62248, it is worth more than 42% of them ($175,142 against a typical $185,915), its price per square foot is higher than 40% of them ($141 against a typical $149), it is bigger than 49% of them (1,242 ft² against a typical 1,248 ft²), its lot is bigger than 90% of them (0.48 ac against a typical 0.32 ac) and it is newer than 34% of them (1959 against a typical 1969). Measured against all of Monroe County, it is worth more than 11% 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 321 W Monroe St, Hecker, IL?

The 2024 property tax bill for 321 W Monroe St, Hecker, IL was $3,537. The county assessed it at $66,330.

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