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$257,001$315 / 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 76How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026

5695 STATE ROUTE 159

SMITHTON, IL 62285
0
Baths
816 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.
16.99 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1885
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$257K
$194K low$320K high
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$257,001
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$205,601

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$449 (2024)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$6,513 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$5,554
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$959
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$5,802

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.52
60
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.
88
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
75
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
24
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.25 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
CountySt. Clair
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.16.99
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Mat/Raft Foundation (Slab)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.None
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.

E
New Athens Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 7.5 mi
H
New Athens High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 7.5 mi
M
New Athens Jr High SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 7.5 mi

District: New Athens Community Unit School District 60

Neighborhood · ZIP 62285These 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.35
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.95
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.173

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.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.28%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.6%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.4%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.3,534
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.220 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$105,585
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$121,390
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.56°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.41 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.59%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Absentee owner
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.Yes

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

5695 State Route 159 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 more than 70% of homes in St. Clair County
  • Costs more per square foot than 93% of homes in St. Clair County
  • Smaller than 94% of homes in Smithton 62285
  • Has a bigger lot than 98% of homes in Smithton 62285
  • Among the oldest homes in Smithton 62285

What homes are worth in Smithton 62285

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

This home
$112K$690K

This home is worth more than 39% of homes in Smithton 62285.

How it measures up in Smithton 62285

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Smithton 62285.

Estimated value$257,001
CheaperTypical $294,241Pricier

Pricier than 39% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$315
CheaperTypical $193Pricier

Pricier than 91% of homes nearby

Living area816 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,516 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 6% of homes nearby

Lot size16.99 ac
SmallerTypical 0.35 acBigger

Bigger than 98% of homes nearby

Year built1885
OlderTypical 1998Newer

Older than almost all homes nearby

How 5695 State Route 159 ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSmithton 62285St. Clair County
Estimated valuepricier than$257,00139% of homes70% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$31591% of homes93% of homes
Living areabigger than816 ft²6% of homes13% of homes
Lot sizebigger than16.99 ac98% of homes98% of homes
Year builtnewer than1885almost no homes2% of homes

About 5695 State Route 159

How much is 5695 State Route 159, Smithton, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5695 State Route 159, Smithton, IL is $257,001 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $194,356 to $319,646. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

How big is 5695 State Route 159, Smithton, IL?

5695 State Route 159, Smithton, IL has 816 square feet of living space and a 16.99-acre lot.

When was 5695 State Route 159, Smithton, IL built?

5695 State Route 159, Smithton, IL was built in 1885, making it 141 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 5695 State Route 159, Smithton, IL?

5695 State Route 159, Smithton, IL is assigned to New Athens Elementary School (elementary), rated B+; New Athens High School (high), rated C; New Athens Jr High School (middle), rated A. All sit in New Athens Community Unit School District 60. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5695 State Route 159, Smithton, IL compare to other homes in Smithton 62285?

Among the 1,787 homes in Smithton 62285, it is worth more than 39% of them ($257,001 against a typical $294,241), its price per square foot is higher than 91% of them ($315 against a typical $193), it is bigger than 6% of them (816 ft² against a typical 1,516 ft²), its lot is bigger than 98% of them (16.99 ac against a typical 0.35 ac) and it is newer than almost none of them (1885 against a typical 1998). Measured against all of St. Clair County, it is worth more than 70% 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 5695 State Route 159, Smithton, IL?

The 2024 property tax bill for 5695 State Route 159, Smithton, IL was $449. The county assessed it at $6,513.

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