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$129,699$75 / 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 90How 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
Last sold for $135,000 on Nov 22, 2023

493 E ROUTE 48

ARGENTA, IL 62501
1.5
Baths
1,718 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.
0.5 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1940
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$130K
$117K low$142K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$135,000 · Nov 22, 2023

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,509 (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.$46,462 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$5,637
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$40,825
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$44,300
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$139,400

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.41
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.
83
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
79
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.0.50
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
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Detached
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.Deck · 156 ft²Porch · 45 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.

M
Argenta-Oreana Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.3 mi
H
Argenta-Oreana High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.4 mi
E
Argenta-Oreana Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 4.3 mi

District: Argenta-Oreana Community Unit School District 1

Neighborhood · ZIP 62501These 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.56
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 100.47

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.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.19%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.10.0%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.7%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.2,891
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.36 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$86,515
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$104,497
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

493 E Route 48 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 70% of homes in Argenta 62501
  • Costs less per square foot than 89% of homes in Argenta 62501
  • Bigger than 82% of homes in Macon County
  • Has a bigger lot than 76% of homes in Macon County
  • Older than 73% of homes in Macon County

What homes are worth in Argenta 62501

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

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This home is worth more than 30% of homes in Argenta 62501.

How it measures up in Argenta 62501

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Argenta 62501.

Estimated value$129,699
CheaperTypical $207,765Pricier

Pricier than 30% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$75
CheaperTypical $150Pricier

Pricier than 11% of homes nearby

Living area1,718 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,364 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 73% of homes nearby

Lot size0.5 ac
SmallerTypical 1.34 acBigger

Bigger than 34% of homes nearby

Year built1940
OlderTypical 1965Newer

Newer than 32% of homes nearby

How 493 E Route 48 ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeArgenta 62501Macon County
Estimated valuepricier than$129,69930% of homes48% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$7511% of homes22% of homes
Living areabigger than1,718 ft²73% of homes82% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.5 ac34% of homes76% of homes
Year builtnewer than194032% of homes27% of homes

About 493 E Route 48

How much is 493 E Route 48, Argenta, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 493 E Route 48, Argenta, IL is $129,699 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $117,115 to $142,283. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 493 E Route 48, Argenta, IL last sell?

493 E Route 48, Argenta, IL last sold on Nov 22, 2023 for $135,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 493 E Route 48, Argenta, IL?

493 E Route 48, Argenta, IL has 1.5 bathrooms, 1,718 square feet of living space and a 0.50-acre lot.

When was 493 E Route 48, Argenta, IL built?

493 E Route 48, Argenta, IL was built in 1940, making it 86 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 493 E Route 48, Argenta, IL?

493 E Route 48, Argenta, IL is assigned to Argenta-Oreana Middle School (middle), rated B; Argenta-Oreana High School (high), rated D-; Argenta-Oreana Elementary School (elementary), rated B-. All sit in Argenta-Oreana Community Unit School District 1. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 493 E Route 48, Argenta, IL compare to other homes in Argenta 62501?

Among the 1,104 homes in Argenta 62501, it is worth more than 30% of them ($129,699 against a typical $207,765), its price per square foot is higher than 11% of them ($75 against a typical $150), it is bigger than 73% of them (1,718 ft² against a typical 1,364 ft²), its lot is bigger than 34% of them (0.5 ac against a typical 1.34 ac) and it is newer than 32% of them (1940 against a typical 1965). Measured against all of Macon County, it is worth more than 48% 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 493 E Route 48, Argenta, IL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 493 E Route 48, Argenta, IL was $3,509. The county assessed it at $46,462.

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