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$85,990$72 / 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 78How 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 $83,000 on Oct 3, 2025

521 N RIDGE AVE

TAYLORVILLE, IL 62568
2
Beds
3
Baths
1,196 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.
0.16 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1920
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
4
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$86K
$67K low$105K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$83,000 · Oct 3, 2025

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,021 (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.$31,763 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$4,623
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$27,140
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$29,461
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$95,289

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residential
CountyCHRISTIAN
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.1955
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.16
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Mixed
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.Deck · 156 ft²

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.

H
Taylorville High High School
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.8 mi
M
Taylorville Junior High SchoolA
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 1.1 mi
E
North Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–2 · 1.2 mi

District: Taylorville Community Unit School District 3

Neighborhood · ZIP 62568These 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.85
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.69

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.90%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.14%
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.1.4%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.14,575
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.114 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$58,261
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$70,948
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.53°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.59%

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How this home compares

521 N Ridge 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 86% of homes in Taylorville 62568
  • Costs less per square foot than 95% of homes in Taylorville 62568
  • Has a smaller lot than 89% of homes in Christian County
  • Older than 71% of homes in Taylorville 62568

What homes are worth in Taylorville 62568

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

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$52K$482K

This home is worth more than 14% of homes in Taylorville 62568.

How it measures up in Taylorville 62568

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Taylorville 62568.

Estimated value$85,990
CheaperTypical $144,979Pricier

Pricier than 14% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$72
CheaperTypical $124Pricier

Pricier than 5% of homes nearby

Living area1,196 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,160 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 53% of homes nearby

Lot size0.16 ac
SmallerTypical 0.25 acBigger

Bigger than 12% of homes nearby

Year built1920
OlderTypical 1950Newer

Newer than 29% of homes nearby

How 521 N Ridge Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeTaylorville 62568Christian County
Estimated valuepricier than$85,99014% of homes26% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$725% of homes17% of homes
Living areabigger than1,196 ft²53% of homes53% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.16 ac12% of homes11% of homes
Year builtnewer than192029% of homes35% of homes

About 521 N Ridge Ave

How much is 521 N Ridge Ave, Taylorville, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 521 N Ridge Ave, Taylorville, IL is $85,990 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $66,876 to $105,104. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 521 N Ridge Ave, Taylorville, IL last sell?

521 N Ridge Ave, Taylorville, IL last sold on Oct 3, 2025 for $83,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 521 N Ridge Ave, Taylorville, IL?

521 N Ridge Ave, Taylorville, IL has 2 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 1,196 square feet of living space and a 0.16-acre lot.

When was 521 N Ridge Ave, Taylorville, IL built?

521 N Ridge Ave, Taylorville, IL was built in 1920, making it 106 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 521 N Ridge Ave, Taylorville, IL?

521 N Ridge Ave, Taylorville, IL is assigned to Taylorville High High School (high); Taylorville Junior High School (middle), rated A; North Elementary School (elementary). All sit in Taylorville Community Unit School District 3. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 521 N Ridge Ave, Taylorville, IL compare to other homes in Taylorville 62568?

Among the 5,675 homes in Taylorville 62568, it is worth more than 14% of them ($85,990 against a typical $144,979), its price per square foot is higher than 5% of them ($72 against a typical $124), it is bigger than 53% of them (1,196 ft² against a typical 1,160 ft²), its lot is bigger than 12% of them (0.16 ac against a typical 0.25 ac) and it is newer than 29% of them (1920 against a typical 1950). Measured against all of Christian County, it is worth more than 26% 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 521 N Ridge Ave, Taylorville, IL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 521 N Ridge Ave, Taylorville, IL was $2,021. The county assessed it at $31,763.

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