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$300,234$55 / 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 75How 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

606 HESTER AVE

NORMAL, IL 61761
16
Beds
0
Baths
5,412 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.
0.24 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2004
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
24
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$300K
$225K low$375K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$13,422 (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.$172,800 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$12,901
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$159,899
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$172,800
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$518,401

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.39
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
1
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
75
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.
46
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
CountyMcLean
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Patio · 120 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
Glenn Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.4 mi
M
Kingsley Junior High SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.5 mi
H
Normal Community West High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.2 mi

District: McLean County Unit School District 5

Neighborhood · ZIP 61761These 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.92
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.84
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.39

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.35%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.17%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.52,083
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,572 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$68,226
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$92,005
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.52°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.38 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

606 Hester 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 more than 68% of homes in Normal 61761
  • Among the lowest price per square foot in Normal 61761
  • Among the largest homes in McLean County
  • Has a bigger lot than 71% of homes in Normal 61761
  • Newer than 88% of homes in McLean County

What homes are worth in Normal 61761

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

This home
$119K$516K

This home is worth more than 68% of homes in Normal 61761.

How it measures up in Normal 61761

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Normal 61761.

Estimated value$300,234
CheaperTypical $256,417Pricier

Pricier than 68% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$55
CheaperTypical $166Pricier

Cheaper than almost all homes nearby

Living area5,412 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,505 ft²Bigger

Bigger than almost all homes nearby

Lot size0.24 ac
SmallerTypical 0.2 acBigger

Bigger than 71% of homes nearby

Year built2004
OlderTypical 1979Newer

Newer than 87% of homes nearby

How 606 Hester Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNormal 61761McLean County
Estimated valuepricier than$300,23468% of homes64% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$55almost no homesalmost no homes
Living areabigger than5,412 ft²almost all homesalmost all homes
Lot sizebigger than0.24 ac71% of homes54% of homes
Year builtnewer than200487% of homes88% of homes

About 606 Hester Ave

How much is 606 Hester Ave, Normal, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 606 Hester Ave, Normal, IL is $300,234 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $225,156 to $375,312. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

How big is 606 Hester Ave, Normal, IL?

606 Hester Ave, Normal, IL has 16 bedrooms and 5,412 square feet of living space.

When was 606 Hester Ave, Normal, IL built?

606 Hester Ave, Normal, IL was built in 2004, making it 22 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 606 Hester Ave, Normal, IL?

606 Hester Ave, Normal, IL is assigned to Glenn Elementary School (elementary), rated B-; Kingsley Junior High School (middle), rated C+; Normal Community West High School (high), rated B. All sit in McLean County Unit School District 5. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 606 Hester Ave, Normal, IL compare to other homes in Normal 61761?

Among the 12,953 homes in Normal 61761, it is worth more than 68% of them ($300,234 against a typical $256,417), its price per square foot is higher than almost none of them ($55 against a typical $166), it is bigger than almost all of them (5,412 ft² against a typical 1,505 ft²), its lot is bigger than 71% of them (0.24 ac against a typical 0.2 ac) and it is newer than 87% of them (2004 against a typical 1979). Measured against all of McLean County, it is worth more than 64% 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 606 Hester Ave, Normal, IL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 606 Hester Ave, Normal, IL was $13,422. The county assessed it at $172,800.

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