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$390,759$233 / 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 65How 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

5 MERLIN CT

BREESE, IL 62230
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,677 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.
0.46 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1981
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
10
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$391K
$253K low$528K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$7,945 (2024)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$205,710 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$19,130
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$186,580
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$146,410
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$617,130

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.43
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
13
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
84
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
76
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
45
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
CountyCLINTON
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.46
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Brick
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Gas
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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.

M
Breese Elementary SchoolA
Middle · Grades 3–8 · 0.1 mi
H
Central Community High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.2 mi
E
Beckemeyer Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–2 · 4.6 mi

District: Breese School District 12

Neighborhood · ZIP 62230These 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.131
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.85
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.164

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.15%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.3.6%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.4,152
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.84 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$78,933
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$116,382
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.55°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

5 Merlin Ct 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 89% of homes in Clinton County
  • Costs more per square foot than 95% of homes in Clinton County
  • Has a bigger lot than 65% of homes in Breese 62230

What homes are worth in Breese 62230

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

This home
$81K$573K

This home is worth more than 83% of homes in Breese 62230.

How it measures up in Breese 62230

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Breese 62230.

Estimated value$390,759
CheaperTypical $262,105Pricier

Pricier than 83% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$233
CheaperTypical $165Pricier

Pricier than 92% of homes nearby

Living area1,677 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,680 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 49% of homes nearby

Lot size0.46 ac
SmallerTypical 0.33 acBigger

Bigger than 65% of homes nearby

Year built1981
OlderTypical 1977Newer

Newer than 55% of homes nearby

How 5 Merlin Ct ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBreese 62230Clinton County
Estimated valuepricier than$390,75983% of homes89% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$23392% of homes95% of homes
Living areabigger than1,677 ft²49% of homes57% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.46 ac65% of homes58% of homes
Year builtnewer than198155% of homes61% of homes

About 5 Merlin Ct

How much is 5 Merlin Ct, Breese, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5 Merlin Ct, Breese, IL is $390,759 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $253,098 to $528,420. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5 Merlin Ct, Breese, IL last sell?

5 Merlin Ct, Breese, IL last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5 Merlin Ct, Breese, IL?

5 Merlin Ct, Breese, IL has 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 1,677 square feet of living space and a 0.46-acre lot.

When was 5 Merlin Ct, Breese, IL built?

5 Merlin Ct, Breese, IL was built in 1981, making it 45 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 5 Merlin Ct, Breese, IL?

5 Merlin Ct, Breese, IL is assigned to Breese Elementary School (middle), rated A; Central Community High School (high), rated A-; Beckemeyer Elementary School (elementary). All sit in Breese School District 12. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5 Merlin Ct, Breese, IL compare to other homes in Breese 62230?

Among the 2,607 homes in Breese 62230, it is worth more than 83% of them ($390,759 against a typical $262,105), its price per square foot is higher than 92% of them ($233 against a typical $165), it is bigger than 49% of them (1,677 ft² against a typical 1,680 ft²), its lot is bigger than 65% of them (0.46 ac against a typical 0.33 ac) and it is newer than 55% of them (1981 against a typical 1977). Measured against all of Clinton County, it is worth more than 89% 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 5 Merlin Ct, Breese, IL?

The 2024 property tax bill for 5 Merlin Ct, Breese, IL was $7,945. The county assessed it at $205,710.

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