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$323,283$259 / 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 86How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026

3946 AMES RD

RED BUD, IL 62278
3
Beds
3
Baths
1,248 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.
80 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1949
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$323K
$279K low$368K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,396 (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.$77,348 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$36,058
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$41,290
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$70,633
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$211,899

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.10
10
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
18
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
24
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.6 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%
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
CountyMONROE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.80.00
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.No Foundation
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.Porch · 60 ft²

Transaction History(1)

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
Red Bud High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.9 mi
E
Red Bud Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 3.0 mi

District: Red Bud Community Unit School District 132

Neighborhood · ZIP 62278These 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.117
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.83
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.180

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.92%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.13%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.3.9%
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.6,383
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.63 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$77,732
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$92,030
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.56°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.41 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.59%

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How this home compares

3946 Ames Rd 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 79% of homes in Red Bud 62278
  • Costs more per square foot than 85% of homes in Red Bud 62278
  • Smaller than 67% of homes in Monroe County
  • Has a bigger lot than 98% of homes in Red Bud 62278
  • Older than 84% of homes in Monroe County

What homes are worth in Red Bud 62278

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

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$53K$521K

This home is worth more than 79% of homes in Red Bud 62278.

How it measures up in Red Bud 62278

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Red Bud 62278.

Estimated value$323,283
CheaperTypical $224,806Pricier

Pricier than 79% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$259
CheaperTypical $198Pricier

Pricier than 85% of homes nearby

Living area1,248 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,404 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 35% of homes nearby

Lot size80 ac
SmallerTypical 0.44 acBigger

Bigger than 98% of homes nearby

Year built1949
OlderTypical 1978Newer

Newer than 21% of homes nearby

How 3946 Ames Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRed Bud 62278Monroe County
Estimated valuepricier than$323,28379% of homes55% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$25985% of homes80% of homes
Living areabigger than1,248 ft²35% of homes33% of homes
Lot sizebigger than80 ac98% of homes98% of homes
Year builtnewer than194921% of homes16% of homes

About 3946 Ames Rd

How much is 3946 Ames Rd, Red Bud, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 3946 Ames Rd, Red Bud, IL is $323,283 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $278,787 to $367,779. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 3946 Ames Rd, Red Bud, IL last sell?

3946 Ames Rd, Red Bud, IL last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 3946 Ames Rd, Red Bud, IL?

3946 Ames Rd, Red Bud, IL has 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 1,248 square feet of living space and a 80.00-acre lot.

When was 3946 Ames Rd, Red Bud, IL built?

3946 Ames Rd, Red Bud, IL was built in 1949, making it 77 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 3946 Ames Rd, Red Bud, IL?

3946 Ames Rd, Red Bud, IL is assigned to Red Bud High School (high), rated A+; Red Bud Elementary School (elementary), rated C. All sit in Red Bud Community Unit School District 132. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 3946 Ames Rd, Red Bud, IL compare to other homes in Red Bud 62278?

Among the 2,395 homes in Red Bud 62278, it is worth more than 79% of them ($323,283 against a typical $224,806), its price per square foot is higher than 85% of them ($259 against a typical $198), it is bigger than 35% of them (1,248 ft² against a typical 1,404 ft²), its lot is bigger than 98% of them (80 ac against a typical 0.44 ac) and it is newer than 21% of them (1949 against a typical 1978). Measured against all of Monroe County, it is worth more than 55% 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 3946 Ames Rd, Red Bud, IL?

The 2024 property tax bill for 3946 Ames Rd, Red Bud, IL was $3,396. The county assessed it at $77,348.

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