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$59,303$49 / 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 86How 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

509 COLLEGE ST

LERNA, IL 62440
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,205 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.
0.31 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1887
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$59K
$51K low$68K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,160 (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.$18,442 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$1,496
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$16,946
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$17,398
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$55,326

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.
16
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
80
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
73
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
37
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
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 Residential
CountyCOLES
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.31
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

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Carl Sandburg Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades 1–3 · 6.7 mi
H
Charleston High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 8.2 mi
M
Charleston Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 8.3 mi

District: Charleston Community Unit School District 1

Neighborhood · ZIP 62440These 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.95
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 100.92

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.88%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.24%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.9.4%
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.1,638
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.41 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$84,158
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$108,379
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.53°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

509 College 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 94% of homes in Lerna 62440
  • Costs less per square foot than 96% of homes in Lerna 62440
  • Smaller than 66% of homes in Lerna 62440
  • Has a smaller lot than 84% of homes in Lerna 62440
  • Older than 96% of homes in Coles County

What homes are worth in Lerna 62440

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

This home
$39K$642K

This home is worth more than 6% of homes in Lerna 62440.

How it measures up in Lerna 62440

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Lerna 62440.

Estimated value$59,303
CheaperTypical $206,476Pricier

Pricier than 6% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$49
CheaperTypical $138Pricier

Pricier than 4% of homes nearby

Living area1,205 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,440 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 34% of homes nearby

Lot size0.31 ac
SmallerTypical 2 acBigger

Bigger than 16% of homes nearby

Year built1887
OlderTypical 1970Newer

Newer than 12% of homes nearby

How 509 College St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeLerna 62440Coles County
Estimated valuepricier than$59,3036% of homes9% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$494% of homes8% of homes
Living areabigger than1,205 ft²34% of homes35% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.31 ac16% of homes57% of homes
Year builtnewer than188712% of homes4% of homes

About 509 College St

How much is 509 College St, Lerna, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 509 College St, Lerna, IL is $59,303 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $51,028 to $67,578. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 509 College St, Lerna, IL last sell?

509 College St, Lerna, IL last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 509 College St, Lerna, IL?

509 College St, Lerna, IL has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,205 square feet of living space and a 0.31-acre lot.

When was 509 College St, Lerna, IL built?

509 College St, Lerna, IL was built in 1887, making it 139 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 509 College St, Lerna, IL?

509 College St, Lerna, IL is assigned to Carl Sandburg Elementary School (elementary), rated B-; Charleston High School (high), rated D+; Charleston Middle School (middle), rated C. All sit in Charleston Community Unit School District 1. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 509 College St, Lerna, IL compare to other homes in Lerna 62440?

Among the 589 homes in Lerna 62440, it is worth more than 6% of them ($59,303 against a typical $206,476), its price per square foot is higher than 4% of them ($49 against a typical $138), it is bigger than 34% of them (1,205 ft² against a typical 1,440 ft²), its lot is bigger than 16% of them (0.31 ac against a typical 2 ac) and it is newer than 12% of them (1887 against a typical 1970). Measured against all of Coles County, it is worth more than 9% 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 509 College St, Lerna, IL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 509 College St, Lerna, IL was $1,160. The county assessed it at $18,442.

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