Skip to content
Skip to content
TopHapOpen in map
Single Family ResidenceResidential
$255,731$213 / 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 96How 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
Last sold for $250,000 on Mar 4, 2026

617 W JOHN ST

CHAMPAIGN, IL 61820
2
Baths
1,200 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.
0.13 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1952
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$256K
$246K low$265K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$250,000 · Mar 4, 2026

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,976 (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.$76,360 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$18,420
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$57,940
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$68,060
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$229,080

Climate Risk

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.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 Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Duplex Single
CountyCHAMPAIGN
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.13
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
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.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
South Side Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.1 mi
M
Edison Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.3 mi
H
Central High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.5 mi

District: Champaign Community Unit School District 4

Neighborhood · ZIP 61820These 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.126
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.82
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.45

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.88%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.20%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.38%
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.41,375
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.7,160 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$37,027
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$50,653
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.52°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.40 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.56%

Owner Tools

Do you own this home?
Claim this home

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

617 W John St 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 78% of homes in Champaign 61820
  • Costs more per square foot than 79% of homes in Champaign 61820
  • Bigger than 67% of homes in Champaign 61820
  • Has a smaller lot than 83% of homes in Champaign County
  • Newer than 76% of homes in Champaign 61820

What homes are worth in Champaign 61820

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

This home
$55K$466K

This home is worth more than 78% of homes in Champaign 61820.

How it measures up in Champaign 61820

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Champaign 61820.

Estimated value$255,731
CheaperTypical $175,974Pricier

Pricier than 78% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$213
CheaperTypical $158Pricier

Pricier than 79% of homes nearby

Living area1,200 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,052 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 67% of homes nearby

Lot size0.13 ac
SmallerTypical 0.18 acBigger

Bigger than 25% of homes nearby

Year built1952
OlderTypical 1940Newer

Newer than 76% of homes nearby

How 617 W John St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeChampaign 61820Champaign County
Estimated valuepricier than$255,73178% of homes58% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$21379% of homes77% of homes
Living areabigger than1,200 ft²67% of homes47% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.13 ac25% of homes17% of homes
Year builtnewer than195276% of homes31% of homes

About 617 W John St

How much is 617 W John St, Champaign, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 617 W John St, Champaign, IL is $255,731 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $246,468 to $264,994. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 617 W John St, Champaign, IL last sell?

617 W John St, Champaign, IL last sold on Mar 4, 2026 for $250,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 617 W John St, Champaign, IL?

617 W John St, Champaign, IL has 2 bathrooms, 1,200 square feet of living space and a 0.13-acre lot.

When was 617 W John St, Champaign, IL built?

617 W John St, Champaign, IL was built in 1952, making it 74 years old. It is a duplex single home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 617 W John St, Champaign, IL?

617 W John St, Champaign, IL is assigned to South Side Elementary School (elementary), rated B; Edison Middle School (middle), rated B-; Central High School (high), rated C. All sit in Champaign Community Unit School District 4. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 617 W John St, Champaign, IL compare to other homes in Champaign 61820?

Among the 4,907 homes in Champaign 61820, it is worth more than 78% of them ($255,731 against a typical $175,974), its price per square foot is higher than 79% of them ($213 against a typical $158), it is bigger than 67% of them (1,200 ft² against a typical 1,052 ft²), its lot is bigger than 25% of them (0.13 ac against a typical 0.18 ac) and it is newer than 76% of them (1952 against a typical 1940). Measured against all of Champaign County, it is worth more than 58% 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 617 W John St, Champaign, IL?

The 2024 property tax bill for 617 W John St, Champaign, IL was $4,976. The county assessed it at $76,360.

More homes on W John St

Closest homes

More homes in Champaign 61820

Assigned schools

Explore the area

See this home in context

Open 617 W John St on TopHap’s interactive map to compare it against every sale nearby, overlay school zones and flood risk, and run a CMA.

Open in map
A flyover of TopHap's photorealistic 3D map, with recorded sale prices pinned to homes
Search any address, city, zip, or county…3D$1.9M$6.25MOpen in map