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$44,100$39 / 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 95How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026

515 S BESS AVE

MARISSA, IL 62257
0
Baths
1,144 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.
0.14 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1902
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$44K
$42K low$46K high
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$0
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$0
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.122%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$56,300
VINSON MORTGAGE SERVICES · R · recorded Jun 27, 2013

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$263 (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.$19,629 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$1,615
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$18,014
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$18,540
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$58,887

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.40
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.
88
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
74
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
24
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
CountySt. Clair
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1985
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.14
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)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.None
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.Shed · 180 ft²Porch · 412 ft²

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

E
Marissa Elementary SchoolD+
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 0.5 mi
M
Marissa Jr & Sr High SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 7–12 · 1.2 mi

District: Marissa Community Unit School District 40

Neighborhood · ZIP 62257These 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.142
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.89
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.186

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.89%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.10%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.9%
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.2,899
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.43 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$61,545
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$74,565
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.56°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.42 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.59%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

515 S Bess 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 89% of homes in Marissa 62257
  • Costs less per square foot than 95% of homes in Marissa 62257
  • Has a smaller lot than 98% of homes in Marissa 62257
  • Older than 94% of homes in St. Clair County

What homes are worth in Marissa 62257

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

This home
$28K$332K

This home is worth more than 11% of homes in Marissa 62257.

How it measures up in Marissa 62257

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Marissa 62257.

Estimated value$44,100
CheaperTypical $98,061Pricier

Pricier than 11% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$39
CheaperTypical $83Pricier

Pricier than 5% of homes nearby

Living area1,144 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,144 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 51% of homes nearby

Lot size0.14 ac
SmallerTypical 0.32 acBigger

Bigger than 2% of homes nearby

Year built1902
OlderTypical 1950Newer

Newer than 23% of homes nearby

How 515 S Bess Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMarissa 62257St. Clair County
Estimated valuepricier than$44,10011% of homes11% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$395% of homes10% of homes
Living areabigger than1,144 ft²51% of homes47% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.14 ac2% of homes9% of homes
Year builtnewer than190223% of homes6% of homes

About 515 S Bess Ave

How much is 515 S Bess Ave, Marissa, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 515 S Bess Ave, Marissa, IL is $44,100 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $41,905 to $46,295. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

How big is 515 S Bess Ave, Marissa, IL?

515 S Bess Ave, Marissa, IL has 1,144 square feet of living space and a 0.14-acre lot.

When was 515 S Bess Ave, Marissa, IL built?

515 S Bess Ave, Marissa, IL was built in 1902, making it 124 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 515 S Bess Ave, Marissa, IL?

515 S Bess Ave, Marissa, IL is assigned to Marissa Elementary School (elementary), rated D+; Marissa Jr & Sr High School (middle), rated B-. All sit in Marissa Community Unit School District 40. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 515 S Bess Ave, Marissa, IL compare to other homes in Marissa 62257?

Among the 1,326 homes in Marissa 62257, it is worth more than 11% of them ($44,100 against a typical $98,061), its price per square foot is higher than 5% of them ($39 against a typical $83), it is bigger than 51% of them (1,144 ft² against a typical 1,144 ft²), its lot is bigger than 2% of them (0.14 ac against a typical 0.32 ac) and it is newer than 23% of them (1902 against a typical 1950). Measured against all of St. Clair County, it is worth more than 11% 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 515 S Bess Ave, Marissa, IL?

The 2024 property tax bill for 515 S Bess Ave, Marissa, IL was $263. The county assessed it at $19,629.

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