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$119,874$65 / 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 85How 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 $77,000 on Aug 17, 2020

509 E FIFER ST

COLFAX, IL 61728
1
Baths
1,839 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.
0.97 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1879
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$120K
$101K low$138K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$77,000 · Aug 17, 2020

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,275 (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.$36,235 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$8,055
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$28,180
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$36,235
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$108,705

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.38
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
17
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
77
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
72
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
27
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
CountyMcLean
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.97
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Raised (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central

Transaction History(4)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Foreclosure Filings(2)

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

M
Ridgeview Jr High SchoolC
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.3 mi
H
Ridgeview High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.3 mi
E
Ridgeview Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.3 mi

District: Ridgeview Community Unit School District 19

Neighborhood · ZIP 61728These 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.164
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.82
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.35

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.93%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.18%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.7%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.3%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.1,579
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.24 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$78,085
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$106,620
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.51°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.37 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.56%

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How this home compares

509 E Fifer 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 91% of homes in McLean County
  • Costs less per square foot than 98% of homes in McLean County
  • Bigger than 88% of homes in Colfax 61728
  • Has a bigger lot than 89% of homes in McLean County
  • Among the oldest homes in McLean County

What homes are worth in Colfax 61728

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

This home
$46K$964K

This home is worth more than 30% of homes in Colfax 61728.

How it measures up in Colfax 61728

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Colfax 61728.

Estimated value$119,874
CheaperTypical $167,027Pricier

Pricier than 30% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$65
CheaperTypical $122Pricier

Pricier than 9% of homes nearby

Living area1,839 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,256 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 88% of homes nearby

Lot size0.97 ac
SmallerTypical 0.41 acBigger

Bigger than 68% of homes nearby

Year built1879
OlderTypical 1941Newer

Newer than 2% of homes nearby

How 509 E Fifer St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeColfax 61728McLean County
Estimated valuepricier than$119,87430% of homes9% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$659% of homes2% of homes
Living areabigger than1,839 ft²88% of homes66% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.97 ac68% of homes89% of homes
Year builtnewer than18792% of homesalmost no homes

About 509 E Fifer St

How much is 509 E Fifer St, Colfax, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 509 E Fifer St, Colfax, IL is $119,874 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $101,411 to $138,337. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 509 E Fifer St, Colfax, IL last sell?

509 E Fifer St, Colfax, IL last sold on Aug 17, 2020 for $77,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 509 E Fifer St, Colfax, IL?

509 E Fifer St, Colfax, IL has 1 bathrooms, 1,839 square feet of living space and a 0.97-acre lot.

When was 509 E Fifer St, Colfax, IL built?

509 E Fifer St, Colfax, IL was built in 1879, making it 147 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 509 E Fifer St, Colfax, IL?

509 E Fifer St, Colfax, IL is assigned to Ridgeview Jr High School (middle), rated C; Ridgeview High School (high), rated C; Ridgeview Elementary School (elementary), rated A-. All sit in Ridgeview Community Unit School District 19. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 509 E Fifer St, Colfax, IL compare to other homes in Colfax 61728?

Among the 615 homes in Colfax 61728, it is worth more than 30% of them ($119,874 against a typical $167,027), its price per square foot is higher than 9% of them ($65 against a typical $122), it is bigger than 88% of them (1,839 ft² against a typical 1,256 ft²), its lot is bigger than 68% of them (0.97 ac against a typical 0.41 ac) and it is newer than 2% of them (1879 against a typical 1941). Measured against all of McLean 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 E Fifer St, Colfax, IL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 509 E Fifer St, Colfax, IL was $3,275. The county assessed it at $36,235.

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