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$256,055$245 / 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 97How 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 $148,500 on Dec 3, 2018

504 S LIBRARY ST

WATERLOO, IL 62298
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,044 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.
0.37 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1996
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$256K
$249K low$264K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$148,500 · Dec 3, 2018

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,044 (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.$72,020 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$17,550
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$54,470
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$69,967
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$216,060

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.36
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
14
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
88
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.
8
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
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.37
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
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 · 96 ft²Porch · 64 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
Waterloo Junior High SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.6 mi
E
W. J. Zahnow Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–1 · 0.9 mi
H
Waterloo High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.1 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

504 S Library St 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 72% of homes in Waterloo 62298
  • Costs more per square foot than 71% of homes in Monroe County
  • Smaller than 83% of homes in Monroe County

What homes are worth in Waterloo 62298

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

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$132K$688K

This home is worth more than 28% 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$256,055
CheaperTypical $330,866Pricier

Pricier than 28% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$245
CheaperTypical $217Pricier

Pricier than 70% of homes nearby

Living area1,044 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,502 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 18% of homes nearby

Lot size0.37 ac
SmallerTypical 0.43 acBigger

Bigger than 45% of homes nearby

Year built1996
OlderTypical 1991Newer

Newer than 61% of homes nearby

How 504 S Library St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWaterloo 62298Monroe County
Estimated valuepricier than$256,05528% of homes29% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$24570% of homes71% of homes
Living areabigger than1,044 ft²18% of homes17% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.37 ac45% of homes42% of homes
Year builtnewer than199661% of homes63% of homes

About 504 S Library St

How much is 504 S Library St, Waterloo, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 504 S Library St, Waterloo, IL is $256,055 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $248,522 to $263,588. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 504 S Library St, Waterloo, IL last sell?

504 S Library St, Waterloo, IL last sold on Dec 3, 2018 for $148,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 504 S Library St, Waterloo, IL?

504 S Library St, Waterloo, IL has 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,044 square feet of living space and a 0.37-acre lot.

When was 504 S Library St, Waterloo, IL built?

504 S Library St, Waterloo, IL was built in 1996, making it 30 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 504 S Library St, Waterloo, IL?

504 S Library St, Waterloo, IL is assigned to Waterloo Junior High School (middle), rated A; W. J. Zahnow Elementary School (elementary); Waterloo High School (high), rated A-. All sit in Waterloo Community Unit School District 5. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 504 S Library St, Waterloo, IL compare to other homes in Waterloo 62298?

Among the 7,151 homes in Waterloo 62298, it is worth more than 28% of them ($256,055 against a typical $330,866), its price per square foot is higher than 70% of them ($245 against a typical $217), it is bigger than 18% of them (1,044 ft² against a typical 1,502 ft²), its lot is bigger than 45% of them (0.37 ac against a typical 0.43 ac) and it is newer than 61% of them (1996 against a typical 1991). Measured against all of Monroe County, it is worth more than 29% 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 504 S Library St, Waterloo, IL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 504 S Library St, Waterloo, IL was $4,044. The county assessed it at $72,020.

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