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$55,629$79 / 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 Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $50,000 on May 12, 2016

542 STATE ROUTE 97

MAQUON, IL 61458
0
Baths
704 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.
0.5 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1935
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$56K
$47K low$65K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$50,000 · May 12, 2016

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,072 (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.$13,160 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$2,310
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$10,850
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$20,310
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$39,480

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.
14
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
78
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.
36
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 Residential
CountyKNOX
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.50
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(1)

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
Spoon River Valley Jr. / Sr. High SchoolA+
Middle · Grades 7–12 · 6.2 mi
E
Spoon River Valley Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 6.2 mi

District: Spoon River Valley Community Unit School District 4

Neighborhood · ZIP 61458These 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.136
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.83
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.32

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.89%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.14%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.9.7%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.6%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.832
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.10 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$66,933
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$79,558
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.51°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.37 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

542 State Route 97 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 81% of homes in Knox County
  • Costs less per square foot than 65% of homes in Knox County
  • Smaller than 93% of homes in Knox County
  • Has a bigger lot than 72% of homes in Knox County

What homes are worth in Maquon 61458

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

This home
$15K$481K

This home is worth more than 26% of homes in Maquon 61458.

How it measures up in Maquon 61458

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Maquon 61458.

Estimated value$55,629
CheaperTypical $98,058Pricier

Pricier than 26% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$79
CheaperTypical $92Pricier

Pricier than 44% of homes nearby

Living area704 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,120 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 9% of homes nearby

Lot size0.5 ac
SmallerTypical 1.69 acBigger

Bigger than 36% of homes nearby

Year built1935
OlderTypical 1921Newer

Newer than 57% of homes nearby

How 542 State Route 97 ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMaquon 61458Knox County
Estimated valuepricier than$55,62926% of homes19% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$7944% of homes35% of homes
Living areabigger than704 ft²9% of homes7% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.5 ac36% of homes72% of homes
Year builtnewer than193557% of homes46% of homes

About 542 State Route 97

How much is 542 State Route 97, Maquon, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 542 State Route 97, Maquon, IL is $55,629 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $46,738 to $64,520. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 542 State Route 97, Maquon, IL last sell?

542 State Route 97, Maquon, IL last sold on May 12, 2016 for $50,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 542 State Route 97, Maquon, IL?

542 State Route 97, Maquon, IL has 704 square feet of living space and a 0.50-acre lot.

When was 542 State Route 97, Maquon, IL built?

542 State Route 97, Maquon, IL was built in 1935, making it 91 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 542 State Route 97, Maquon, IL?

542 State Route 97, Maquon, IL is assigned to Spoon River Valley Jr. / Sr. High School (middle), rated A+; Spoon River Valley Elementary School (elementary), rated A-. All sit in Spoon River Valley Community Unit School District 4. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 542 State Route 97, Maquon, IL compare to other homes in Maquon 61458?

Among the 404 homes in Maquon 61458, it is worth more than 26% of them ($55,629 against a typical $98,058), its price per square foot is higher than 44% of them ($79 against a typical $92), it is bigger than 9% of them (704 ft² against a typical 1,120 ft²), its lot is bigger than 36% of them (0.5 ac against a typical 1.69 ac) and it is newer than 57% of them (1935 against a typical 1921). Measured against all of Knox County, it is worth more than 19% 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 542 State Route 97, Maquon, IL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 542 State Route 97, Maquon, IL was $1,072. The county assessed it at $13,160.

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