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$144,090$94 / 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 88How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $118,500 on Dec 11, 2024

616 W POLK AVE

CHARLESTON, IL 61920
4
Beds
1
Baths
1,530 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.
0.2 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1981
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$144K
$127K low$161K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$118,500 · Dec 11, 2024

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,479 (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.$34,049 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$4,151
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$29,898
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$30,898
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$102,147

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.51
48
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
12
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
81
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
78
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
37
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.13 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
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.minimal

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 Residential
CountyCOLES
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.20
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, Attached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(3)

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
Carl Sandburg Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades 1–3 · 0.7 mi
M
Charleston Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 1.4 mi
H
Charleston High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.5 mi

District: Charleston Community Unit School District 1

Neighborhood · ZIP 61920These 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.123
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.90
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.83

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.87%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.21%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.19%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.3%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.20,604
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.134 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$59,741
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$74,123
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.53°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%

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How this home compares

616 W Polk 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.

  • Costs less per square foot than 65% of homes in Charleston 61920
  • Has a smaller lot than 72% of homes in Charleston 61920
  • Newer than 78% of homes in Coles County

What homes are worth in Charleston 61920

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

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$36K$592K

This home is worth more than 40% of homes in Charleston 61920.

How it measures up in Charleston 61920

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Charleston 61920.

Estimated value$144,090
CheaperTypical $170,237Pricier

Pricier than 40% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$94
CheaperTypical $112Pricier

Pricier than 35% of homes nearby

Living area1,530 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,522 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 50% of homes nearby

Lot size0.2 ac
SmallerTypical 0.3 acBigger

Bigger than 28% of homes nearby

Year built1981
OlderTypical 1967Newer

Newer than 70% of homes nearby

How 616 W Polk Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeCharleston 61920Coles County
Estimated valuepricier than$144,09040% of homes50% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$9435% of homes43% of homes
Living areabigger than1,530 ft²50% of homes56% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.2 ac28% of homes40% of homes
Year builtnewer than198170% of homes78% of homes

About 616 W Polk Ave

How much is 616 W Polk Ave, Charleston, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 616 W Polk Ave, Charleston, IL is $144,090 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $127,195 to $160,985. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 616 W Polk Ave, Charleston, IL last sell?

616 W Polk Ave, Charleston, IL last sold on Dec 11, 2024 for $118,500, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 616 W Polk Ave, Charleston, IL?

616 W Polk Ave, Charleston, IL has 4 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,530 square feet of living space and a 0.20-acre lot.

When was 616 W Polk Ave, Charleston, IL built?

616 W Polk Ave, Charleston, IL was built in 1981, making it 45 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 616 W Polk Ave, Charleston, IL?

616 W Polk Ave, Charleston, IL is assigned to Carl Sandburg Elementary School (elementary), rated B-; Charleston Middle School (middle), rated C; Charleston High School (high), rated D+. All sit in Charleston Community Unit School District 1. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 616 W Polk Ave, Charleston, IL compare to other homes in Charleston 61920?

Among the 6,490 homes in Charleston 61920, it is worth more than 40% of them ($144,090 against a typical $170,237), its price per square foot is higher than 35% of them ($94 against a typical $112), it is bigger than 50% of them (1,530 ft² against a typical 1,522 ft²), its lot is bigger than 28% of them (0.2 ac against a typical 0.3 ac) and it is newer than 70% of them (1981 against a typical 1967). Measured against all of Coles County, it is worth more than 50% 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 616 W Polk Ave, Charleston, IL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 616 W Polk Ave, Charleston, IL was $2,479. The county assessed it at $34,049.

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