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$254,638$227 / 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 Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $82,000 on May 1, 1987

509 S PRAIRIE ST

CHAMPAIGN, IL 61820
1
Baths
1,124 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.
1918
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$255K
$248K low$261K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$82,000 · May 1, 1987

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$7,409 (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.$90,960 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$21,810
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$69,150
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$82,840
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$272,880

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyChampaign
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Mat/Raft Foundation (Slab)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system 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.Patio · 90 ft²

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

M
Edison Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.1 mi
E
South Side Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.4 mi
H
Central High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.5 mi

District: Champaign Community Unit School District 4

Neighborhood · ZIP 61820These 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.126
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 100.45

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.20%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.38%
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.41,375
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.7,160 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$37,027
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$50,653
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.52°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.40 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 S Prairie 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 more than 78% of homes in Champaign 61820
  • Costs more per square foot than 83% of homes in Champaign 61820
  • Older than 88% of homes in Champaign County

What homes are worth in Champaign 61820

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

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This home is worth more than 78% of homes in Champaign 61820.

How it measures up in Champaign 61820

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Champaign 61820.

Estimated value$254,638
CheaperTypical $174,889Pricier

Pricier than 78% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$227
CheaperTypical $158Pricier

Pricier than 83% of homes nearby

Living area1,124 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,053 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 59% of homes nearby

Year built1918
OlderTypical 1940Newer

Newer than 35% of homes nearby

How 509 S Prairie St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeChampaign 61820Champaign County
Estimated valuepricier than$254,63878% of homes58% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$22783% of homes82% of homes
Living areabigger than1,124 ft²59% of homes39% of homes
Year builtnewer than191835% of homes12% of homes

About 509 S Prairie St

How much is 509 S Prairie St, Champaign, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 509 S Prairie St, Champaign, IL is $254,638 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $248,218 to $261,058. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 509 S Prairie St, Champaign, IL last sell?

509 S Prairie St, Champaign, IL last sold on May 1, 1987 for $82,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 509 S Prairie St, Champaign, IL?

509 S Prairie St, Champaign, IL has 1 bathrooms and 1,124 square feet of living space.

When was 509 S Prairie St, Champaign, IL built?

509 S Prairie St, Champaign, IL was built in 1918, making it 108 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 509 S Prairie St, Champaign, IL?

509 S Prairie St, Champaign, IL is assigned to Edison Middle School (middle), rated B-; South Side Elementary School (elementary), rated B; Central High School (high), rated C. All sit in Champaign Community Unit School District 4. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 509 S Prairie St, Champaign, IL compare to other homes in Champaign 61820?

Among the 4,905 homes in Champaign 61820, it is worth more than 78% of them ($254,638 against a typical $174,889), its price per square foot is higher than 83% of them ($227 against a typical $158), it is bigger than 59% of them (1,124 ft² against a typical 1,053 ft²) and it is newer than 35% of them (1918 against a typical 1940). Measured against all of Champaign County, it is worth more than 58% 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 S Prairie St, Champaign, IL?

The 2024 property tax bill for 509 S Prairie St, Champaign, IL was $7,409. The county assessed it at $90,960.

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