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$115,435$158 / 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 93How 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 $35,500 on Apr 1, 1998

5446 MELWOOD AVE

DECATUR, IL 62521
1
Baths
730 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.
0.51 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1938
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$115K
$107K low$124K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$35,500 · Apr 1, 1998

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$634 (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.$23,018 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$5,697
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$17,321
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$21,025
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$69,061

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.41
1
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.
67
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.0.51
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
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Detached
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 · 64 ft²

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

E
Baum Elementary SchoolD+
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 1.5 mi
H
Eisenhower High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.5 mi
M
Stephen Decatur Middle SchoolD-
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 4.5 mi

District: Decatur School District 61

Neighborhood · ZIP 62521These 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.94
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 100.55

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.90%
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.14%
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.32,847
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.522 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$67,684
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$82,291
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

5446 Melwood Ave 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 89% of homes in North Fork
  • Costs more per square foot than 77% of homes in Macon County
  • Smaller than 96% of homes in Decatur 62521
  • Has a bigger lot than 77% of homes in Macon County
  • Older than 85% of homes in North Fork

What homes are worth in Decatur 62521

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

This home
$34K$577K

This home is worth more than 38% of homes in Decatur 62521.

How it measures up in Decatur 62521

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Decatur 62521.

Estimated value$115,435
CheaperTypical $143,368Pricier

Pricier than 38% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$158
CheaperTypical $130Pricier

Pricier than 70% of homes nearby

Living area730 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,290 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 4% of homes nearby

Lot size0.51 ac
SmallerTypical 0.28 acBigger

Bigger than 74% of homes nearby

Year built1938
OlderTypical 1962Newer

Newer than 15% of homes nearby

How 5446 Melwood Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNorth ForkDecatur 62521Macon County
Estimated valuepricier than$115,43511% of homes38% of homes41% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$15865% of homes70% of homes77% of homes
Living areabigger than730 ft²5% of homes4% of homes6% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.51 ac61% of homes74% of homes77% of homes
Year builtnewer than193815% of homes15% of homes25% of homes

About 5446 Melwood Ave

How much is 5446 Melwood Ave, Decatur, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5446 Melwood Ave, Decatur, IL is $115,435 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $107,058 to $123,812. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5446 Melwood Ave, Decatur, IL last sell?

5446 Melwood Ave, Decatur, IL last sold on Apr 1, 1998 for $35,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5446 Melwood Ave, Decatur, IL?

5446 Melwood Ave, Decatur, IL has 1 bathrooms, 730 square feet of living space and a 0.51-acre lot.

When was 5446 Melwood Ave, Decatur, IL built?

5446 Melwood Ave, Decatur, IL was built in 1938, making it 88 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 5446 Melwood Ave, Decatur, IL?

5446 Melwood Ave, Decatur, IL is assigned to Baum Elementary School (elementary), rated D+; Eisenhower High School (high), rated D-; Stephen Decatur Middle School (middle), rated D-. All sit in Decatur School District 61. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5446 Melwood Ave, Decatur, IL compare to other homes in Decatur 62521?

Among the 14,947 homes in Decatur 62521, it is worth more than 38% of them ($115,435 against a typical $143,368), its price per square foot is higher than 70% of them ($158 against a typical $130), it is bigger than 4% of them (730 ft² against a typical 1,290 ft²), its lot is bigger than 74% of them (0.51 ac against a typical 0.28 ac) and it is newer than 15% of them (1938 against a typical 1962). Measured against all of Macon County, it is worth more than 41% 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 5446 Melwood Ave, Decatur, IL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5446 Melwood Ave, Decatur, IL was $634. The county assessed it at $23,018.

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