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$78,319$85 / 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 Oct 21, 2026

509 UNIVERSITY AVE

BLOOMINGTON, IL 61701
1
Baths
922 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.
0.11 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1925
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$78K
$73K low$84K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,678 (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.$46,742 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$6,782
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$39,960
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$46,742
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$140,226

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.
1
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
75
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.
46
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.0.11
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Concrete
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Detached
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Greenhouse

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.

E
Bent Elementary SchoolD
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.5 mi
M
Bloomington Junior High SchoolD
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.7 mi
H
Bloomington High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.8 mi

District: Bloomington School District 87

Neighborhood · ZIP 61701These 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.143
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.83
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.36

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.25%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.15%
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.34,680
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.3,141 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$57,363
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$73,445
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.52°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.38 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 University Ave 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 98% of homes in McLean County
  • Costs less per square foot than 94% of homes in McLean County
  • Smaller than 92% of homes in McLean County
  • Has a smaller lot than 92% of homes in McLean County
  • Older than 80% of homes in McLean County

What homes are worth in Bloomington 61701

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

This home
$67K$502K

This home is worth more than 5% of homes in Bloomington 61701.

How it measures up in Bloomington 61701

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Bloomington 61701.

Estimated value$78,319
CheaperTypical $163,637Pricier

Pricier than 5% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$85
CheaperTypical $119Pricier

Pricier than 19% of homes nearby

Living area922 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,410 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 13% of homes nearby

Lot size0.11 ac
SmallerTypical 0.16 acBigger

Bigger than 15% of homes nearby

Year built1925
OlderTypical 1925Newer

Newer than 54% of homes nearby

How 509 University Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBloomington 61701McLean County
Estimated valuepricier than$78,3195% of homes2% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$8519% of homes6% of homes
Living areabigger than922 ft²13% of homes8% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.11 ac15% of homes8% of homes
Year builtnewer than192554% of homes20% of homes

About 509 University Ave

How much is 509 University Ave, Bloomington, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 509 University Ave, Bloomington, IL is $78,319 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $72,566 to $84,072. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 509 University Ave, Bloomington, IL last sell?

509 University Ave, Bloomington, IL last sold on Oct 17, 2018, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 509 University Ave, Bloomington, IL?

509 University Ave, Bloomington, IL has 1 bathrooms, 922 square feet of living space and a 0.11-acre lot.

When was 509 University Ave, Bloomington, IL built?

509 University Ave, Bloomington, IL was built in 1925, making it 101 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 509 University Ave, Bloomington, IL?

509 University Ave, Bloomington, IL is assigned to Bent Elementary School (elementary), rated D; Bloomington Junior High School (middle), rated D; Bloomington High School (high), rated D+. All sit in Bloomington School District 87. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 509 University Ave, Bloomington, IL compare to other homes in Bloomington 61701?

Among the 11,007 homes in Bloomington 61701, it is worth more than 5% of them ($78,319 against a typical $163,637), its price per square foot is higher than 19% of them ($85 against a typical $119), it is bigger than 13% of them (922 ft² against a typical 1,410 ft²), its lot is bigger than 15% of them (0.11 ac against a typical 0.16 ac) and it is newer than 54% of them (1925 against a typical 1925). Measured against all of McLean County, it is worth more than 2% 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 University Ave, Bloomington, IL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 509 University Ave, Bloomington, IL was $3,678. The county assessed it at $46,742.

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