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$150,500$145 / 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 84How 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

5305 COTTONWOOD DR

GODFREY, IL 62035
2
Beds
3
Baths
1,040 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.
1.15 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1962
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
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.

Valuation

$151K
$126K low$175K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,131 (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.$52,850 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$17,720
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$35,130
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$49,410
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$158,550

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.48
51
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.
83
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
71
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
4
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.15 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%

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.Bi-Level
CountyMADISON
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.15
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
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.Patio · 276 ft²

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

H
Alton High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.3 mi
E
Eunice Smith Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–2 · 2.1 mi
M
Alton Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 3.0 mi

District: Alton Community Unit School District 11

Neighborhood · ZIP 62035These 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.72
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 100.113

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.22%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.8%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.3%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.16,450
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.324 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$84,045
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$107,059
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.55°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

5305 Cottonwood 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 71% of homes in Godfrey 62035
  • Smaller than 65% of homes in Godfrey 62035
  • Has a bigger lot than 87% of homes in Madison County
  • Older than 67% of homes in Godfrey 62035

What homes are worth in Godfrey 62035

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

This home
$67K$506K

This home is worth more than 29% of homes in Godfrey 62035.

How it measures up in Godfrey 62035

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Godfrey 62035.

Estimated value$150,500
CheaperTypical $188,777Pricier

Pricier than 29% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$145
CheaperTypical $157Pricier

Pricier than 39% of homes nearby

Living area1,040 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,196 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 35% of homes nearby

Lot size1.15 ac
SmallerTypical 0.33 acBigger

Bigger than 82% of homes nearby

Year built1962
OlderTypical 1970Newer

Newer than 33% of homes nearby

How 5305 Cottonwood Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeGodfrey 62035Madison County
Estimated valuepricier than$150,50029% of homes39% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$14539% of homes43% of homes
Living areabigger than1,040 ft²35% of homes41% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.15 ac82% of homes87% of homes
Year builtnewer than196233% of homes48% of homes

About 5305 Cottonwood Dr

How much is 5305 Cottonwood Dr, Godfrey, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5305 Cottonwood Dr, Godfrey, IL is $150,500 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $126,025 to $174,975. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5305 Cottonwood Dr, Godfrey, IL last sell?

5305 Cottonwood Dr, Godfrey, IL last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5305 Cottonwood Dr, Godfrey, IL?

5305 Cottonwood Dr, Godfrey, IL has 2 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 1,040 square feet of living space and a 1.15-acre lot.

When was 5305 Cottonwood Dr, Godfrey, IL built?

5305 Cottonwood Dr, Godfrey, IL was built in 1962, making it 64 years old. It is a bi-level home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 5305 Cottonwood Dr, Godfrey, IL?

5305 Cottonwood Dr, Godfrey, IL is assigned to Alton High School (high), rated D+; Eunice Smith Elementary School (elementary); Alton Middle School (middle), rated C-. All sit in Alton Community Unit School District 11. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5305 Cottonwood Dr, Godfrey, IL compare to other homes in Godfrey 62035?

Among the 6,347 homes in Godfrey 62035, it is worth more than 29% of them ($150,500 against a typical $188,777), its price per square foot is higher than 39% of them ($145 against a typical $157), it is bigger than 35% of them (1,040 ft² against a typical 1,196 ft²), its lot is bigger than 82% of them (1.15 ac against a typical 0.33 ac) and it is newer than 33% of them (1962 against a typical 1970). Measured against all of Madison County, it is worth more than 39% 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 5305 Cottonwood Dr, Godfrey, IL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5305 Cottonwood Dr, Godfrey, IL was $3,131. The county assessed it at $52,850.

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