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$192,820$151 / 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

5165 STATE ROUTE 159

RED BUD, IL 62278
4
Beds
2
Baths
1,276 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.
3.44 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1880
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$193K
$182K low$203K 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.$192,820
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$154,256

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,928 (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.$57,620 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$11,260
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$46,360
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$60,634
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$181,902

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.27
93
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
21
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
24
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.95 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.51%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.1 percent flood zone

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
CountyMONROE
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.1950
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.3.44
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Masonry/Concrete Masonry Units (Cmus)
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.No Foundation
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Carport (Unspecified)
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 · 144 ft²Porch · 432 ft²

Transaction History(1)

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.

H
Waterloo High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 8.7 mi
M
Waterloo Junior High SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 9.7 mi
E
W. J. Zahnow Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–1 · 9.8 mi

District: Waterloo Community Unit School District 5

Neighborhood · ZIP 62278These 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.117
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 100.180

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.92%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.13%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.3.9%
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.6,383
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.63 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$77,732
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$92,030
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.56°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.41 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

5165 State Route 159 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 84% of homes in Monroe County
  • Costs less per square foot than 87% of homes in Monroe County
  • Smaller than 65% of homes in Monroe County
  • Has a bigger lot than 77% of homes in Red Bud 62278
  • Older than 96% of homes in Monroe County

What homes are worth in Red Bud 62278

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

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$63K$523K

This home is worth more than 36% of homes in Red Bud 62278.

How it measures up in Red Bud 62278

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Red Bud 62278.

Estimated value$192,820
CheaperTypical $233,297Pricier

Pricier than 36% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$151
CheaperTypical $190Pricier

Pricier than 16% of homes nearby

Living area1,276 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,408 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 37% of homes nearby

Lot size3.44 ac
SmallerTypical 0.43 acBigger

Bigger than 77% of homes nearby

Year built1880
OlderTypical 1978Newer

Newer than 5% of homes nearby

How 5165 State Route 159 ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRed Bud 62278Monroe County
Estimated valuepricier than$192,82036% of homes16% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$15116% of homes13% of homes
Living areabigger than1,276 ft²37% of homes35% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3.44 ac77% of homes77% of homes
Year builtnewer than18805% of homes4% of homes

About 5165 State Route 159

How much is 5165 State Route 159, Red Bud, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5165 State Route 159, Red Bud, IL is $192,820 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $182,435 to $203,204. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5165 State Route 159, Red Bud, IL last sell?

5165 State Route 159, Red Bud, IL last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5165 State Route 159, Red Bud, IL?

5165 State Route 159, Red Bud, IL has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,276 square feet of living space and a 3.44-acre lot.

When was 5165 State Route 159, Red Bud, IL built?

5165 State Route 159, Red Bud, IL was built in 1880, making it 146 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 5165 State Route 159, Red Bud, IL?

5165 State Route 159, Red Bud, IL is assigned to Waterloo High School (high), rated B-; Waterloo Junior High School (middle), rated B+; W. J. Zahnow Elementary School (elementary). All sit in Waterloo Community Unit School District 5. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5165 State Route 159, Red Bud, IL compare to other homes in Red Bud 62278?

Among the 2,395 homes in Red Bud 62278, it is worth more than 36% of them ($192,820 against a typical $233,297), its price per square foot is higher than 16% of them ($151 against a typical $190), it is bigger than 37% of them (1,276 ft² against a typical 1,408 ft²), its lot is bigger than 77% of them (3.44 ac against a typical 0.43 ac) and it is newer than 5% of them (1880 against a typical 1978). Measured against all of Monroe County, it is worth more than 16% 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 5165 State Route 159, Red Bud, IL?

The 2024 property tax bill for 5165 State Route 159, Red Bud, IL was $2,928. The county assessed it at $57,620.

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