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$169,563$113 / 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 92How 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 13, 2010

428 W MERLE LN

PEORIA, IL 61604
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,505 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.
0.23 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1951
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$170K
$157K low$182K 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 13, 2010

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,530 (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.$57,290 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$9,940
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$47,350
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$52,560
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$171,870

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
24
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.
77
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
63
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
19
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.3 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%

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.Ranch
CountyPEORIA
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.23
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Brick
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
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, Attached
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.DeckPatio · 276 ft²Porch · 35 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.

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

E
Dr. C.T. Vivian Primary SchoolD
Elementary · Grades KG–4 · 0.4 mi
H
Peoria High SchoolF
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.5 mi
M
Sterling Middle SchoolF
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 2.0 mi

District: Peoria Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 61604These 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.113
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.82
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.36

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.16%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.17%
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.27,892
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,744 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$53,801
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$66,759
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.51°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.36 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

428 W Merle Ln 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 82% of homes in Peoria 61604
  • Costs more per square foot than 79% of homes in Peoria 61604
  • Bigger than 73% of homes in Peoria 61604
  • Has a bigger lot than 80% of homes in North Florence
  • Newer than 78% of homes in North Florence

What homes are worth in Peoria 61604

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

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$32K$266K

This home is worth more than 82% of homes in Peoria 61604.

How it measures up in Peoria 61604

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Peoria 61604.

Estimated value$169,563
CheaperTypical $102,283Pricier

Pricier than 82% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$113
CheaperTypical $89Pricier

Pricier than 79% of homes nearby

Living area1,505 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,196 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 73% of homes nearby

Lot size0.23 ac
SmallerTypical 0.17 acBigger

Bigger than 73% of homes nearby

Year built1951
OlderTypical 1944Newer

Newer than 64% of homes nearby

How 428 W Merle Ln ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNorth FlorencePeoria 61604Peoria County
Estimated valuepricier than$169,56351% of homes82% of homes58% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$11341% of homes79% of homes53% of homes
Living areabigger than1,505 ft²55% of homes73% of homes55% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.23 ac80% of homes73% of homes53% of homes
Year builtnewer than195178% of homes64% of homes44% of homes

About 428 W Merle Ln

How much is 428 W Merle Ln, Peoria, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 428 W Merle Ln, Peoria, IL is $169,563 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $156,821 to $182,305. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 428 W Merle Ln, Peoria, IL last sell?

428 W Merle Ln, Peoria, IL last sold on Sep 13, 2010 for $120,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 428 W Merle Ln, Peoria, IL?

428 W Merle Ln, Peoria, IL has 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,505 square feet of living space and a 0.23-acre lot.

When was 428 W Merle Ln, Peoria, IL built?

428 W Merle Ln, Peoria, IL was built in 1951, making it 75 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 428 W Merle Ln, Peoria, IL?

428 W Merle Ln, Peoria, IL is assigned to Dr. C.T. Vivian Primary School (elementary), rated D; Peoria High School (high), rated F; Sterling Middle School (middle), rated F. All sit in Peoria Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 428 W Merle Ln, Peoria, IL compare to other homes in Peoria 61604?

Among the 11,699 homes in Peoria 61604, it is worth more than 82% of them ($169,563 against a typical $102,283), its price per square foot is higher than 79% of them ($113 against a typical $89), it is bigger than 73% of them (1,505 ft² against a typical 1,196 ft²), its lot is bigger than 73% of them (0.23 ac against a typical 0.17 ac) and it is newer than 64% of them (1951 against a typical 1944). Measured against all of Peoria County, it is worth more than 58% 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 428 W Merle Ln, Peoria, IL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 428 W Merle Ln, Peoria, IL was $4,530. The county assessed it at $57,290.

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