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$261,028$125 / 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 89How 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

4938 SASSAFRAS LN

CARTERVILLE, IL 62918
0
Baths
2,086 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.
5.13 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1970
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$261K
$232K low$290K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,065 (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.$48,910 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$18,360
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$30,550
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$48,910
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$146,730

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.23 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
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
CountyWILLIAMSON
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.5.13
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Gas
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.Yes
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck

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
Carterville High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.1 mi
M
Carterville Jr High SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 1.9 mi
E
Tri-C Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades KG–3 · 2.5 mi

District: Carterville Community Unit School District 5

Neighborhood · ZIP 62918These 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.108
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.84
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.286

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.91%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.22%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.12%
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.12,635
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.250 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$70,145
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$95,549
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.57°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.46 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

4938 Sassafras 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 81% of homes in Williamson County
  • Bigger than 83% of homes in Williamson County
  • Has a bigger lot than 95% of homes in Carterville 62918

What homes are worth in Carterville 62918

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

This home
$47K$516K

This home is worth more than 74% of homes in Carterville 62918.

How it measures up in Carterville 62918

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Carterville 62918.

Estimated value$261,028
CheaperTypical $173,111Pricier

Pricier than 74% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$125
CheaperTypical $116Pricier

Pricier than 58% of homes nearby

Living area2,086 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,610 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 76% of homes nearby

Lot size5.13 ac
SmallerTypical 0.46 acBigger

Bigger than 95% of homes nearby

Year built1970
OlderTypical 1978Newer

Newer than 41% of homes nearby

How 4938 Sassafras Ln ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeCarterville 62918Williamson County
Estimated valuepricier than$261,02874% of homes81% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$12558% of homes64% of homes
Living areabigger than2,086 ft²76% of homes83% of homes
Lot sizebigger than5.13 ac95% of homes92% of homes
Year builtnewer than197041% of homes55% of homes

About 4938 Sassafras Ln

How much is 4938 Sassafras Ln, Carterville, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 4938 Sassafras Ln, Carterville, IL is $261,028 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $232,265 to $289,791. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 4938 Sassafras Ln, Carterville, IL last sell?

4938 Sassafras Ln, Carterville, IL last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 4938 Sassafras Ln, Carterville, IL?

4938 Sassafras Ln, Carterville, IL has 2,086 square feet of living space and a 5.13-acre lot.

When was 4938 Sassafras Ln, Carterville, IL built?

4938 Sassafras Ln, Carterville, IL was built in 1970, making it 56 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 4938 Sassafras Ln, Carterville, IL?

4938 Sassafras Ln, Carterville, IL is assigned to Carterville High School (high), rated A-; Carterville Jr High School (middle), rated B-; Tri-C Elementary School (elementary), rated A. All sit in Carterville Community Unit School District 5. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 4938 Sassafras Ln, Carterville, IL compare to other homes in Carterville 62918?

Among the 4,012 homes in Carterville 62918, it is worth more than 74% of them ($261,028 against a typical $173,111), its price per square foot is higher than 58% of them ($125 against a typical $116), it is bigger than 76% of them (2,086 ft² against a typical 1,610 ft²), its lot is bigger than 95% of them (5.13 ac against a typical 0.46 ac) and it is newer than 41% of them (1970 against a typical 1978). Measured against all of Williamson County, it is worth more than 81% 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 4938 Sassafras Ln, Carterville, IL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 4938 Sassafras Ln, Carterville, IL was $2,065. The county assessed it at $48,910.

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