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$288,104$273 / 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 Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $225,000 on Jun 28, 2018

511 S CHICAGO AVE

CHAMPAIGN, IL 61821
2
Baths
1,056 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.
1948
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$288K
$269K low$307K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$225,000 · Jun 28, 2018

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,826 (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.$84,270 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$20,310
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$63,960
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$76,750
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$252,810

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.Concrete
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
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

Transaction History(3)

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
Westview Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.3 mi
H
Central High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.7 mi
M
Edison Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.9 mi

District: Champaign Community Unit School District 4

Neighborhood · ZIP 61821These 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.78
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.86
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.49

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.21%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.13%
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.31,352
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.3,528 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$74,699
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$92,842
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

511 S Chicago 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 more than 83% of homes in Champaign 61821
  • Costs more per square foot than 92% of homes in Champaign 61821
  • Smaller than 69% of homes in Champaign County
  • Older than 81% of homes in Champaign 61821

What homes are worth in Champaign 61821

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

This home
$87K$544K

This home is worth more than 83% of homes in Champaign 61821.

How it measures up in Champaign 61821

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Champaign 61821.

Estimated value$288,104
CheaperTypical $197,350Pricier

Pricier than 83% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$273
CheaperTypical $160Pricier

Pricier than 92% of homes nearby

Living area1,056 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,165 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 35% of homes nearby

Year built1948
OlderTypical 1960Newer

Newer than 19% of homes nearby

How 511 S Chicago Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeChampaign 61821Champaign County
Estimated valuepricier than$288,10483% of homes67% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$27392% of homes90% of homes
Living areabigger than1,056 ft²35% of homes31% of homes
Year builtnewer than194819% of homes25% of homes

About 511 S Chicago Ave

How much is 511 S Chicago Ave, Champaign, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 511 S Chicago Ave, Champaign, IL is $288,104 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $269,262 to $306,946. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 511 S Chicago Ave, Champaign, IL last sell?

511 S Chicago Ave, Champaign, IL last sold on Jun 28, 2018 for $225,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 511 S Chicago Ave, Champaign, IL?

511 S Chicago Ave, Champaign, IL has 2 bathrooms and 1,056 square feet of living space.

When was 511 S Chicago Ave, Champaign, IL built?

511 S Chicago Ave, Champaign, IL was built in 1948, making it 78 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 511 S Chicago Ave, Champaign, IL?

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

How does 511 S Chicago Ave, Champaign, IL compare to other homes in Champaign 61821?

Among the 10,352 homes in Champaign 61821, it is worth more than 83% of them ($288,104 against a typical $197,350), its price per square foot is higher than 92% of them ($273 against a typical $160), it is bigger than 35% of them (1,056 ft² against a typical 1,165 ft²) and it is newer than 19% of them (1948 against a typical 1960). Measured against all of Champaign County, it is worth more than 67% 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 511 S Chicago Ave, Champaign, IL?

The 2024 property tax bill for 511 S Chicago Ave, Champaign, IL was $6,826. The county assessed it at $84,270.

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