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$71,797$74 / 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 93How 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
Last sold for $55,000 on Jun 30, 2017

5 SOUTH DR

DECATUR, IL 62526
1
Baths
976 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.
0.13 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1927
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$72K
$67K low$77K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$55,000 · Jun 30, 2017

Tax & Assessment

Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$21,211 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$2,290
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$18,921
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$19,774
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$63,640

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.39
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.
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.0.13
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
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.Porch · 112 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.

H
MacArthur High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.5 mi
M
Stephen Decatur Middle SchoolD-
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 1.7 mi
E
Parsons Elementary SchoolD-
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 1.7 mi

District: Decatur School District 61

Neighborhood · ZIP 62526These 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.103
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 100.53

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.15%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.16%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.5%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.34,833
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.487 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$58,459
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$77,128
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

5 South Dr 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 76% of homes in Macon County
  • Costs less per square foot than 79% of homes in Macon County
  • Smaller than 73% of homes in Macon County
  • Has a smaller lot than 91% of homes in Decatur 62526
  • Older than 82% of homes in The Elms

What homes are worth in Decatur 62526

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

This home
$27K$306K

This home is worth more than 36% of homes in Decatur 62526.

How it measures up in Decatur 62526

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Decatur 62526.

Estimated value$71,797
CheaperTypical $103,149Pricier

Pricier than 36% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$74
CheaperTypical $94Pricier

Pricier than 35% of homes nearby

Living area976 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,077 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 36% of homes nearby

Lot size0.13 ac
SmallerTypical 0.21 acBigger

Bigger than 9% of homes nearby

Year built1927
OlderTypical 1956Newer

Newer than 22% of homes nearby

How 5 South Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeThe ElmsDecatur 62526Macon County
Estimated valuepricier than$71,79755% of homes36% of homes24% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$7458% of homes35% of homes21% of homes
Living areabigger than976 ft²54% of homes36% of homes27% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.13 ac19% of homes9% of homes10% of homes
Year builtnewer than192718% of homes22% of homes21% of homes

About 5 South Dr

How much is 5 South Dr, Decatur, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5 South Dr, Decatur, IL is $71,797 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $66,726 to $76,868. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5 South Dr, Decatur, IL last sell?

5 South Dr, Decatur, IL last sold on Jun 30, 2017 for $55,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 5 South Dr, Decatur, IL?

5 South Dr, Decatur, IL has 1 bathrooms, 976 square feet of living space and a 0.13-acre lot.

When was 5 South Dr, Decatur, IL built?

5 South Dr, Decatur, IL was built in 1927, making it 99 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 5 South Dr, Decatur, IL?

5 South Dr, Decatur, IL is assigned to MacArthur High School (high), rated D-; Stephen Decatur Middle School (middle), rated D-; Parsons Elementary School (elementary), rated D-. All sit in Decatur School District 61. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5 South Dr, Decatur, IL compare to other homes in Decatur 62526?

Among the 11,429 homes in Decatur 62526, it is worth more than 36% of them ($71,797 against a typical $103,149), its price per square foot is higher than 35% of them ($74 against a typical $94), it is bigger than 36% of them (976 ft² against a typical 1,077 ft²), its lot is bigger than 9% of them (0.13 ac against a typical 0.21 ac) and it is newer than 22% of them (1927 against a typical 1956). Measured against all of Macon County, it is worth more than 24% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

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