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$415,876$323 / 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

5900 STATE ROUTE 156

NEW ATHENS, IL 62264
3
Baths
1,288 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.
76.98 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1972
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$416K
$314K low$517K 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.$415,876
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$332,701

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,061 (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.$84,632 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$29,952
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$54,680
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$78,354
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$235,062

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.54
62
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
24
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
89
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
74
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.27 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
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.1990
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.76.98
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Masonry/Concrete Masonry Units (Cmus)
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
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 125 ft²Patio · 125 ft²Porch · 180 ft²

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 · 6.4 mi
H
New Athens High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 6.4 mi
M
New Athens Jr High SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 6.4 mi

District: New Athens Community Unit School District 60

Neighborhood · ZIP 62264These 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.100
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.88
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.176

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.92%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.18%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.5.9%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.5%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.4,007
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.58 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$76,323
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$97,295
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.56°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.42 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.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

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

5900 State Route 156 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 98% of homes in New Athens 62264
  • Costs more per square foot than 97% of homes in New Athens 62264
  • Among the largest lots in St. Clair County

What homes are worth in New Athens 62264

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

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$52K$420K

This home is worth more than 98% of homes in New Athens 62264.

How it measures up in New Athens 62264

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in New Athens 62264.

Estimated value$415,876
CheaperTypical $149,760Pricier

Pricier than 98% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$323
CheaperTypical $123Pricier

Pricier than 97% of homes nearby

Living area1,288 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,196 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 58% of homes nearby

Lot size76.98 ac
SmallerTypical 0.4 acBigger

Bigger than 98% of homes nearby

Year built1972
OlderTypical 1956Newer

Newer than 64% of homes nearby

How 5900 State Route 156 ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNew Athens 62264St. Clair County
Estimated valuepricier than$415,87698% of homes91% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$32397% of homes94% of homes
Living areabigger than1,288 ft²58% of homes60% of homes
Lot sizebigger than76.98 ac98% of homesalmost all homes
Year builtnewer than197264% of homes57% of homes

About 5900 State Route 156

How much is 5900 State Route 156, New Athens, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5900 State Route 156, New Athens, IL is $415,876 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $314,260 to $517,492. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5900 State Route 156, New Athens, IL last sell?

5900 State Route 156, New Athens, IL last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5900 State Route 156, New Athens, IL?

5900 State Route 156, New Athens, IL has 3 bathrooms, 1,288 square feet of living space and a 76.98-acre lot.

When was 5900 State Route 156, New Athens, IL built?

5900 State Route 156, New Athens, IL was built in 1972, making it 54 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 5900 State Route 156, New Athens, IL?

5900 State Route 156, New Athens, 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 5900 State Route 156, New Athens, IL compare to other homes in New Athens 62264?

Among the 1,430 homes in New Athens 62264, it is worth more than 98% of them ($415,876 against a typical $149,760), its price per square foot is higher than 97% of them ($323 against a typical $123), it is bigger than 58% of them (1,288 ft² against a typical 1,196 ft²), its lot is bigger than 98% of them (76.98 ac against a typical 0.4 ac) and it is newer than 64% of them (1972 against a typical 1956). Measured against all of St. Clair County, it is worth more than 91% 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 5900 State Route 156, New Athens, IL?

The 2024 property tax bill for 5900 State Route 156, New Athens, IL was $5,061. The county assessed it at $84,632.

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