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$96,152$108 / 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 92How 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
Last sold for $68,000 on May 3, 2023

540 SAINT JAMES DR

EAST SAINT LOUIS, IL 62206
2
Baths
888 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.
0.18 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1958
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$96K
$88K low$104K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$68,000 · May 3, 2023

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$941 (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.$11,099 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$1,414
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$9,685
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$9,262
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$33,297

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.55
99
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
15
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.
70
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.197 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.0.18
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

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.

Foreclosure Filings(1)

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

E
Maplewood Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–2 · 1.1 mi
H
Cahokia High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.4 mi
M
7th Grade AcademyD-
Middle · Grades 7–7 · 3.3 mi

District: Cahokia Community Unit School District 187

Neighborhood · ZIP 62206These 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.127
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.96
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.156

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.84%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.6.5%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.40%
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.11,781
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.900 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$38,030
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$50,246
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

540 Saint James 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 75% of homes in St. Clair County
  • Costs more per square foot than 76% of homes in East Saint Louis 62206
  • Smaller than 81% of homes in St. Clair County
  • Has a smaller lot than 69% of homes in St. Clair County

What homes are worth in East Saint Louis 62206

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

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$21K$150K

This home is worth more than 57% of homes in East Saint Louis 62206.

How it measures up in East Saint Louis 62206

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in East Saint Louis 62206.

Estimated value$96,152
CheaperTypical $91,123Pricier

Pricier than 57% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$108
CheaperTypical $88Pricier

Pricier than 76% of homes nearby

Living area888 ft²
SmallerTypical 960 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 30% of homes nearby

Lot size0.18 ac
SmallerTypical 0.18 acBigger

Bigger than 53% of homes nearby

Year built1958
OlderTypical 1958Newer

Newer than 61% of homes nearby

How 540 Saint James Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeEast Saint Louis 62206St. Clair County
Estimated valuepricier than$96,15257% of homes25% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$10876% of homes32% of homes
Living areabigger than888 ft²30% of homes19% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.18 ac53% of homes31% of homes
Year builtnewer than195861% of homes42% of homes

About 540 Saint James Dr

How much is 540 Saint James Dr, East Saint Louis, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 540 Saint James Dr, East Saint Louis, IL is $96,152 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $88,468 to $103,836. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 540 Saint James Dr, East Saint Louis, IL last sell?

540 Saint James Dr, East Saint Louis, IL last sold on May 3, 2023 for $68,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 540 Saint James Dr, East Saint Louis, IL?

540 Saint James Dr, East Saint Louis, IL has 2 bathrooms, 888 square feet of living space and a 0.18-acre lot.

When was 540 Saint James Dr, East Saint Louis, IL built?

540 Saint James Dr, East Saint Louis, IL was built in 1958, making it 68 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 540 Saint James Dr, East Saint Louis, IL?

540 Saint James Dr, East Saint Louis, IL is assigned to Maplewood Elementary School (elementary); Cahokia High School (high), rated D-; 7th Grade Academy (middle), rated D-. All sit in Cahokia Community Unit School District 187. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 540 Saint James Dr, East Saint Louis, IL compare to other homes in East Saint Louis 62206?

Among the 5,947 homes in East Saint Louis 62206, it is worth more than 57% of them ($96,152 against a typical $91,123), its price per square foot is higher than 76% of them ($108 against a typical $88), it is bigger than 30% of them (888 ft² against a typical 960 ft²), its lot is bigger than 53% of them (0.18 ac against a typical 0.18 ac) and it is newer than 61% of them (1958 against a typical 1958). Measured against all of St. Clair County, it is worth more than 25% 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 540 Saint James Dr, East Saint Louis, IL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 540 Saint James Dr, East Saint Louis, IL was $941. The county assessed it at $11,099.

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