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$170,833$156 / 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 Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $125,000 on May 11, 2021

524 N JAMES ST

TOLONO, IL 61880
1
Baths
1,092 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.
1,510 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2006
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$171K
$162K low$179K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$125,000 · May 11, 2021

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,367 (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.$47,340 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$3,440
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$43,900
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$43,790
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$142,020

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.13 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.A-Frame
CountyCHAMPAIGN
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.03
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
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, Attached
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.Porch · 91 ft²

Transaction History(4)

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.

M
Unity Junior High SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.7 mi
H
Unity High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.7 mi
E
Unity West Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.8 mi

District: Tolono Community Unit School District 7

Neighborhood · ZIP 61880These 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.83
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 100.47

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.23%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.5.9%
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.5,431
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.94 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$87,422
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$109,524
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

524 N James 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.

  • Worth less than 76% of homes in Tolono 61880
  • Smaller than 65% of homes in Tolono 61880
  • Among the smallest lots in Tolono 61880
  • Newer than 98% of homes in Champaign County

What homes are worth in Tolono 61880

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

This home
$93K$463K

This home is worth more than 24% of homes in Tolono 61880.

How it measures up in Tolono 61880

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Tolono 61880.

Estimated value$170,833
CheaperTypical $230,653Pricier

Pricier than 24% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$156
CheaperTypical $160Pricier

Pricier than 47% of homes nearby

Living area1,092 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,268 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 35% of homes nearby

Lot size1,510 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.33 acBigger

Smaller than almost all homes nearby

Year built2006
OlderTypical 1978Newer

Newer than 91% of homes nearby

How 524 N James St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeTolono 61880Champaign County
Estimated valuepricier than$170,83324% of homes31% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$15647% of homes44% of homes
Living areabigger than1,092 ft²35% of homes36% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1,510 ft²almost no homes3% of homes
Year builtnewer than200691% of homes98% of homes

About 524 N James St

How much is 524 N James St, Tolono, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 524 N James St, Tolono, IL is $170,833 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $162,468 to $179,198. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 524 N James St, Tolono, IL last sell?

524 N James St, Tolono, IL last sold on May 11, 2021 for $125,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 524 N James St, Tolono, IL?

524 N James St, Tolono, IL has 1 bathrooms, 1,092 square feet of living space and a 0.03-acre lot.

When was 524 N James St, Tolono, IL built?

524 N James St, Tolono, IL was built in 2006, making it 20 years old. It is a a-frame home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 524 N James St, Tolono, IL?

524 N James St, Tolono, IL is assigned to Unity Junior High School (middle), rated C+; Unity High School (high), rated D+; Unity West Elementary School (elementary), rated A-. All sit in Tolono Community Unit School District 7. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 524 N James St, Tolono, IL compare to other homes in Tolono 61880?

Among the 1,462 homes in Tolono 61880, it is worth more than 24% of them ($170,833 against a typical $230,653), its price per square foot is higher than 47% of them ($156 against a typical $160), it is bigger than 35% of them (1,092 ft² against a typical 1,268 ft²), its lot is bigger than almost none of them (1,510 ft² against a typical 0.33 ac) and it is newer than 91% of them (2006 against a typical 1978). Measured against all of Champaign County, it is worth more than 31% 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 524 N James St, Tolono, IL?

The 2024 property tax bill for 524 N James St, Tolono, IL was $2,367. The county assessed it at $47,340.

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