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$161,250$135 / 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 85How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026

4862 KERN RD

WATERLOO, IL 62298
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,193 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.
4 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1930
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$161K
$137K low$186K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,712 (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.$34,800 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$15,770
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$19,030
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$32,824
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$104,400

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.42
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
25
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.
71
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
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1960
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.4.00
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.Patio · 110 ft²Porch · 54 ft²

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

H
Waterloo High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 5.1 mi
M
Waterloo Junior High SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 6.5 mi
E
W. J. Zahnow Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–1 · 6.7 mi

District: Waterloo Community Unit School District 5

Neighborhood · ZIP 62298These 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.99
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.92
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.169

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.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.25%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.4.2%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.18,127
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.124 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$101,202
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$118,724
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

4862 Kern 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 less than 94% of homes in Waterloo 62298
  • Costs less per square foot than 97% of homes in Waterloo 62298
  • Smaller than 72% of homes in Monroe County
  • Has a bigger lot than 78% of homes in Monroe County
  • Older than 88% of homes in Waterloo 62298

What homes are worth in Waterloo 62298

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

This home
$132K$694K

This home is worth more than 6% of homes in Waterloo 62298.

How it measures up in Waterloo 62298

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Waterloo 62298.

Estimated value$161,250
CheaperTypical $327,207Pricier

Pricier than 6% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$135
CheaperTypical $217Pricier

Pricier than 3% of homes nearby

Living area1,193 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,506 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 29% of homes nearby

Lot size4 ac
SmallerTypical 0.45 acBigger

Bigger than 77% of homes nearby

Year built1930
OlderTypical 1991Newer

Newer than 12% of homes nearby

How 4862 Kern Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWaterloo 62298Monroe County
Estimated valuepricier than$161,2506% of homes7% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$1353% of homes3% of homes
Living areabigger than1,193 ft²29% of homes28% of homes
Lot sizebigger than4 ac77% of homes78% of homes
Year builtnewer than193012% of homes12% of homes

About 4862 Kern Rd

How much is 4862 Kern Rd, Waterloo, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 4862 Kern Rd, Waterloo, IL is $161,250 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $136,966 to $185,534. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 4862 Kern Rd, Waterloo, IL last sell?

4862 Kern Rd, Waterloo, IL last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 4862 Kern Rd, Waterloo, IL?

4862 Kern Rd, Waterloo, IL has 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,193 square feet of living space and a 4.00-acre lot.

When was 4862 Kern Rd, Waterloo, IL built?

4862 Kern Rd, Waterloo, IL was built in 1930, making it 96 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 4862 Kern Rd, Waterloo, IL?

4862 Kern Rd, Waterloo, IL is assigned to Waterloo High School (high), rated A-; Waterloo Junior High School (middle), rated A; 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 4862 Kern Rd, Waterloo, IL compare to other homes in Waterloo 62298?

Among the 7,179 homes in Waterloo 62298, it is worth more than 6% of them ($161,250 against a typical $327,207), its price per square foot is higher than 3% of them ($135 against a typical $217), it is bigger than 29% of them (1,193 ft² against a typical 1,506 ft²), its lot is bigger than 77% of them (4 ac against a typical 0.45 ac) and it is newer than 12% of them (1930 against a typical 1991). Measured against all of Monroe County, it is worth more than 7% 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 4862 Kern Rd, Waterloo, IL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 4862 Kern Rd, Waterloo, IL was $1,712. The county assessed it at $34,800.

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