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$127,158$109 / 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 90How 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

53 NORTHLAND DR

DECATUR, IL 62526
2
Baths
1,170 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.
0.19 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1956
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

$127K
$114K low$140K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,505 (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.$40,848 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$5,225
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$35,623
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$38,151
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$122,557

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
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
1
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
83
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
72
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
43
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.

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
CountyMACON
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.19
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
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
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 132 ft²

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

E
Parsons Elementary SchoolD-
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 0.4 mi
M
Stephen Decatur Middle SchoolD-
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 0.9 mi
H
MacArthur High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.4 mi

District: Decatur School District 61

Neighborhood · ZIP 62526These 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.103
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.92
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.53

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.15%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.16%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.5%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.34,833
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.487 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$58,459
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$77,128
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.53°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.39 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

53 Northland Dr 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 67% of homes in Northland Heights
  • Has a smaller lot than 75% of homes in Northland Heights
  • Newer than 72% of homes in Northland Heights

What homes are worth in Decatur 62526

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

This home
$27K$310K

This home is worth more than 61% of homes in Decatur 62526.

How it measures up in Decatur 62526

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Decatur 62526.

Estimated value$127,158
CheaperTypical $103,145Pricier

Pricier than 61% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$109
CheaperTypical $94Pricier

Pricier than 63% of homes nearby

Living area1,170 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,074 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 59% of homes nearby

Lot size0.19 ac
SmallerTypical 0.2 acBigger

Bigger than 46% of homes nearby

Year built1956
OlderTypical 1956Newer

Newer than 51% of homes nearby

How 53 Northland Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNorthland HeightsDecatur 62526Macon County
Estimated valuepricier than$127,15833% of homes61% of homes46% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$10945% of homes63% of homes44% of homes
Living areabigger than1,170 ft²48% of homes59% of homes47% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.19 ac25% of homes46% of homes37% of homes
Year builtnewer than195672% of homes51% of homes45% of homes

About 53 Northland Dr

How much is 53 Northland Dr, Decatur, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 53 Northland Dr, Decatur, IL is $127,158 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $114,197 to $140,119. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 53 Northland Dr, Decatur, IL last sell?

53 Northland Dr, Decatur, IL last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 53 Northland Dr, Decatur, IL?

53 Northland Dr, Decatur, IL has 2 bathrooms, 1,170 square feet of living space and a 0.19-acre lot.

When was 53 Northland Dr, Decatur, IL built?

53 Northland Dr, Decatur, IL was built in 1956, making it 70 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 53 Northland Dr, Decatur, IL?

53 Northland Dr, Decatur, IL is assigned to Parsons Elementary School (elementary), rated D-; Stephen Decatur Middle School (middle), rated D-; MacArthur High School (high), rated D-. All sit in Decatur School District 61. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 53 Northland Dr, Decatur, IL compare to other homes in Decatur 62526?

Among the 11,429 homes in Decatur 62526, it is worth more than 61% of them ($127,158 against a typical $103,145), its price per square foot is higher than 63% of them ($109 against a typical $94), it is bigger than 59% of them (1,170 ft² against a typical 1,074 ft²), its lot is bigger than 46% of them (0.19 ac against a typical 0.2 ac) and it is newer than 51% of them (1956 against a typical 1956). Measured against all of Macon County, it is worth more than 46% 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 53 Northland Dr, Decatur, IL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 53 Northland Dr, Decatur, IL was $1,505. The county assessed it at $40,848.

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