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$48,808$44 / 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 95How 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
Last sold for $19,000 on Jan 14, 2013

437 S MONROE ST

DECATUR, IL 62522
1.5
Baths
1,117 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.
0.16 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1905
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$49K
$47K low$51K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$19,000 · Jan 14, 2013

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,259 (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.$21,037 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$1,873
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$19,164
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$19,611
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$63,118

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.41
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
9
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
83
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
71
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
43
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
CountyMACON
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.16
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
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 · 87 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
Dennis Lab SchoolD
Elementary · Grades KG–8 · 1.0 mi
H
MacArthur High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.4 mi

District: Decatur School District 61

Neighborhood · ZIP 62522These 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.130
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.95
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.55

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.85%
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.25%
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.13,598
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.554 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$51,712
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$67,870
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.53°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.39 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

437 S 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 86% of homes in Macon County
  • Costs less per square foot than 92% of homes in Macon County
  • Has a smaller lot than 71% of homes in Macon County
  • Older than 92% of homes in Macon County

What homes are worth in Decatur 62522

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

This home
$24K$319K

This home is worth more than 22% of homes in Decatur 62522.

How it measures up in Decatur 62522

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Decatur 62522.

Estimated value$48,808
CheaperTypical $97,302Pricier

Pricier than 22% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$44
CheaperTypical $83Pricier

Pricier than 19% of homes nearby

Living area1,117 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,062 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 56% of homes nearby

Lot size0.16 ac
SmallerTypical 0.18 acBigger

Bigger than 44% of homes nearby

Year built1905
OlderTypical 1940Newer

Newer than 13% of homes nearby

How 437 S Monroe St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNear WestDecatur 62522Macon County
Estimated valuepricier than$48,80840% of homes22% of homes14% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$4434% of homes19% of homes8% of homes
Living areabigger than1,117 ft²60% of homes56% of homes41% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.16 ac56% of homes44% of homes29% of homes
Year builtnewer than190534% of homes13% of homes8% of homes

About 437 S Monroe St

How much is 437 S Monroe St, Decatur, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 437 S Monroe St, Decatur, IL is $48,808 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $46,535 to $51,081. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 437 S Monroe St, Decatur, IL last sell?

437 S Monroe St, Decatur, IL last sold on Jan 14, 2013 for $19,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 437 S Monroe St, Decatur, IL?

437 S Monroe St, Decatur, IL has 1.5 bathrooms, 1,117 square feet of living space and a 0.16-acre lot.

When was 437 S Monroe St, Decatur, IL built?

437 S Monroe St, Decatur, IL was built in 1905, making it 121 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 437 S Monroe St, Decatur, IL?

437 S Monroe St, Decatur, IL is assigned to Dennis Lab School (elementary), rated D; MacArthur High School (high), rated D-. All sit in Decatur School District 61. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 437 S Monroe St, Decatur, IL compare to other homes in Decatur 62522?

Among the 5,587 homes in Decatur 62522, it is worth more than 22% of them ($48,808 against a typical $97,302), its price per square foot is higher than 19% of them ($44 against a typical $83), it is bigger than 56% of them (1,117 ft² against a typical 1,062 ft²), its lot is bigger than 44% of them (0.16 ac against a typical 0.18 ac) and it is newer than 13% of them (1905 against a typical 1940). Measured against all of Macon County, it is worth more than 14% 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 437 S Monroe St, Decatur, IL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 437 S Monroe St, Decatur, IL was $1,259. The county assessed it at $21,037.

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