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$42,890$22 / 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 74How 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

5255 FOREST BLVD

EAST SAINT LOUIS, IL 62204
5
Baths
1,960 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.
0.22 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1941
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$43K
$32K low$54K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,790 (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.$16,670 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$3,250
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$13,420
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$15,706
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$50,010

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.56
92
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
23
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
84
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
73
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
8
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.129 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.34%

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.1975
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.22
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
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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.

E
James Avant Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.2 mi
H
East St. Louis Senior High SchoolF
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.0 mi
M
Mason/Clark Middle SchoolF
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 2.3 mi

District: East St. Louis School District 189

Neighborhood · ZIP 62204These 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.156
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 100.153

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.81%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.2.6%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.34%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.4,876
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.853 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$36,789
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$49,014
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.56°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.59%

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How this home compares

5255 Forest Blvd 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 90% of homes in St. Clair County
  • Costs less per square foot than 98% of homes in St. Clair County
  • Bigger than 98% of homes in East Saint Louis 62204
  • Has a bigger lot than 82% of homes in East Saint Louis 62204
  • Older than 79% of homes in St. Clair County

What homes are worth in East Saint Louis 62204

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

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$13K$85K

This home is worth more than 83% of homes in East Saint Louis 62204.

How it measures up in East Saint Louis 62204

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in East Saint Louis 62204.

Estimated value$42,890
CheaperTypical $25,425Pricier

Pricier than 83% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$22
CheaperTypical $25Pricier

Pricier than 29% of homes nearby

Living area1,960 ft²
SmallerTypical 960 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 98% of homes nearby

Lot size0.22 ac
SmallerTypical 0.15 acBigger

Bigger than 82% of homes nearby

Year built1941
OlderTypical 1938Newer

Newer than 62% of homes nearby

How 5255 Forest Blvd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeEast Saint Louis 62204St. Clair County
Estimated valuepricier than$42,89083% of homes10% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$2229% of homes2% of homes
Living areabigger than1,960 ft²98% of homes90% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.22 ac82% of homes39% of homes
Year builtnewer than194162% of homes21% of homes

About 5255 Forest Blvd

How much is 5255 Forest Blvd, East Saint Louis, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5255 Forest Blvd, East Saint Louis, IL is $42,890 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $31,528 to $54,252. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5255 Forest Blvd, East Saint Louis, IL last sell?

5255 Forest Blvd, East Saint Louis, IL last sold on Aug 20, 2026, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5255 Forest Blvd, East Saint Louis, IL?

5255 Forest Blvd, East Saint Louis, IL has 5 bathrooms, 1,960 square feet of living space and a 0.22-acre lot.

When was 5255 Forest Blvd, East Saint Louis, IL built?

5255 Forest Blvd, East Saint Louis, IL was built in 1941, making it 85 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 5255 Forest Blvd, East Saint Louis, IL?

5255 Forest Blvd, East Saint Louis, IL is assigned to James Avant Elementary School (elementary), rated C-; East St. Louis Senior High School (high), rated F; Mason/Clark Middle School (middle), rated F. All sit in East St. Louis School District 189. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5255 Forest Blvd, East Saint Louis, IL compare to other homes in East Saint Louis 62204?

Among the 2,695 homes in East Saint Louis 62204, it is worth more than 83% of them ($42,890 against a typical $25,425), its price per square foot is higher than 29% of them ($22 against a typical $25), it is bigger than 98% of them (1,960 ft² against a typical 960 ft²), its lot is bigger than 82% of them (0.22 ac against a typical 0.15 ac) and it is newer than 62% of them (1941 against a typical 1938). Measured against all of St. Clair County, it is worth more than 10% 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 5255 Forest Blvd, East Saint Louis, IL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5255 Forest Blvd, East Saint Louis, IL was $2,790. The county assessed it at $16,670.

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