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$140,356$111 / 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 94How 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
Last sold for $31,000 on Jul 1, 1986

5971 RIVERVIEW RD

THOMSON, IL 61285
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,269 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.
0.3 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.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$140K
$132K low$149K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$31,000 · Jul 1, 1986
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.$140,356
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$112,285

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,494 (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.$30,276 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$8,329
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$21,947
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$26,327
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$90,837

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
53
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
8
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
72
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.
3
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.8 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.51%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.1 percent flood zone

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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Bungalow
CountyCARROLL
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.1952
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.30
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.None
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
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.Deck · 160 ft²

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

E
West Carroll Primary SchoolD+
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 4.3 mi
H
West Carroll High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 5.5 mi
M
West Carroll Middle SchoolD
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 9.3 mi

District: West Carroll Community Unit School District 314

Neighborhood · ZIP 61285These 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.89
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.78
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.86%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.9.4%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.9.8%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.1,800
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.31 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$65,110
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$90,429
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.36 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.52%

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.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

5971 Riverview Rd 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 68% of homes in Thomson 61285
  • Costs less per square foot than 66% of homes in Thomson 61285
  • Smaller than 70% of homes in Carroll County
  • Has a smaller lot than 73% of homes in Thomson 61285
  • Older than 82% of homes in Thomson 61285

What homes are worth in Thomson 61285

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

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$59K$445K

This home is worth more than 32% of homes in Thomson 61285.

How it measures up in Thomson 61285

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Thomson 61285.

Estimated value$140,356
CheaperTypical $179,666Pricier

Pricier than 32% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$111
CheaperTypical $131Pricier

Pricier than 34% of homes nearby

Living area1,269 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,400 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 38% of homes nearby

Lot size0.3 ac
SmallerTypical 0.51 acBigger

Bigger than 27% of homes nearby

Year built1938
OlderTypical 1977Newer

Newer than 18% of homes nearby

How 5971 Riverview Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeThomson 61285Carroll County
Estimated valuepricier than$140,35632% of homes40% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$11134% of homes48% of homes
Living areabigger than1,269 ft²38% of homes30% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.3 ac27% of homes37% of homes
Year builtnewer than193818% of homes37% of homes

About 5971 Riverview Rd

How much is 5971 Riverview Rd, Thomson, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5971 Riverview Rd, Thomson, IL is $140,356 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $131,640 to $149,072. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5971 Riverview Rd, Thomson, IL last sell?

5971 Riverview Rd, Thomson, IL last sold on Jul 1, 1986 for $31,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5971 Riverview Rd, Thomson, IL?

5971 Riverview Rd, Thomson, IL has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,269 square feet of living space and a 0.30-acre lot.

When was 5971 Riverview Rd, Thomson, IL built?

5971 Riverview Rd, Thomson, IL was built in 1938, making it 88 years old. It is a bungalow home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 5971 Riverview Rd, Thomson, IL?

5971 Riverview Rd, Thomson, IL is assigned to West Carroll Primary School (elementary), rated D+; West Carroll High School (high), rated D-; West Carroll Middle School (middle), rated D. All sit in West Carroll Community Unit School District 314. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5971 Riverview Rd, Thomson, IL compare to other homes in Thomson 61285?

Among the 903 homes in Thomson 61285, it is worth more than 32% of them ($140,356 against a typical $179,666), its price per square foot is higher than 34% of them ($111 against a typical $131), it is bigger than 38% of them (1,269 ft² against a typical 1,400 ft²), its lot is bigger than 27% of them (0.3 ac against a typical 0.51 ac) and it is newer than 18% of them (1938 against a typical 1977). Measured against all of Carroll County, it is worth more than 40% 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 5971 Riverview Rd, Thomson, IL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5971 Riverview Rd, Thomson, IL was $1,494. The county assessed it at $30,276.

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