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$122,586$118 / 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 89How 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

5225 E 490 ST

ALPHA, IL 61413
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,036 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.
3.75 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1907
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$123K
$109K low$136K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,700 (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.$53,003 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$9,185
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$43,818
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$50,624
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$159,009

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
10
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
31
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.
69
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
17
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.6 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%
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.minimal

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
CountyHENRY
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.3.75
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Gas
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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

E
Alwood Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 2.9 mi
M
Alwood Middle / High SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–12 · 3.5 mi

District: Alwood Community Unit School District 225

Neighborhood · ZIP 61413These 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.121
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.84
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.29

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.20%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.10%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.7%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.1,330
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.44 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$66,333
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$83,031
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.37 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.55%

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How this home compares

5225 E 490 St 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.

  • Costs more per square foot than 68% of homes in Alpha 61413
  • Smaller than 70% of homes in Alpha 61413
  • Has a bigger lot than 84% of homes in Henry County
  • Older than 79% of homes in Alpha 61413

What homes are worth in Alpha 61413

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

This home
$37K$702K

This home is worth more than 48% of homes in Alpha 61413.

How it measures up in Alpha 61413

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Alpha 61413.

Estimated value$122,586
CheaperTypical $125,860Pricier

Pricier than 48% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$118
CheaperTypical $98Pricier

Pricier than 68% of homes nearby

Living area1,036 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,236 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 30% of homes nearby

Lot size3.75 ac
SmallerTypical 0.38 acBigger

Bigger than 76% of homes nearby

Year built1907
OlderTypical 1950Newer

Newer than 21% of homes nearby

How 5225 E 490 St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeAlpha 61413Henry County
Estimated valuepricier than$122,58648% of homes37% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$11868% of homes47% of homes
Living areabigger than1,036 ft²30% of homes32% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3.75 ac76% of homes84% of homes
Year builtnewer than190721% of homes22% of homes

About 5225 E 490 St

How much is 5225 E 490 St, Alpha, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5225 E 490 St, Alpha, IL is $122,586 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $109,025 to $136,147. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5225 E 490 St, Alpha, IL last sell?

5225 E 490 St, Alpha, IL last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5225 E 490 St, Alpha, IL?

5225 E 490 St, Alpha, IL has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,036 square feet of living space and a 3.75-acre lot.

When was 5225 E 490 St, Alpha, IL built?

5225 E 490 St, Alpha, IL was built in 1907, making it 119 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 5225 E 490 St, Alpha, IL?

5225 E 490 St, Alpha, IL is assigned to Alwood Elementary School (elementary), rated B; Alwood Middle / High School (middle), rated B. All sit in Alwood Community Unit School District 225. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5225 E 490 St, Alpha, IL compare to other homes in Alpha 61413?

Among the 511 homes in Alpha 61413, it is worth more than 48% of them ($122,586 against a typical $125,860), its price per square foot is higher than 68% of them ($118 against a typical $98), it is bigger than 30% of them (1,036 ft² against a typical 1,236 ft²), its lot is bigger than 76% of them (3.75 ac against a typical 0.38 ac) and it is newer than 21% of them (1907 against a typical 1950). Measured against all of Henry County, it is worth more than 37% 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 5225 E 490 St, Alpha, IL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5225 E 490 St, Alpha, IL was $3,700. The county assessed it at $53,003.

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