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$330,497$306 / 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 86How 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

6800 STATE ROUTE 159

NEW ATHENS, IL 62264
0
Baths
1,080 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.
24.12 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1937
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$330K
$283K low$378K 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.$180,497
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$144,398
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.51%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$150,000
CITIZENS CMNTY BANK NEW ATHENS · recorded Feb 8, 2006

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$7,113 (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.$114,446 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$15,460
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$98,986
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$106,724

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.37
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.
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.

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.1975
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.24.12
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.None
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.Porch · 176 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.

H
Waterloo High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 8.0 mi
M
Waterloo Junior High SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 8.5 mi
E
W. J. Zahnow Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–1 · 8.6 mi

District: Waterloo Community Unit School District 5

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.Yes

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

6800 State Route 159 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 91% of homes in New Athens 62264
  • Costs more per square foot than 96% of homes in New Athens 62264
  • Among the largest lots in St. Clair County
  • Older than 82% of homes 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.

This home
$52K$438K

This home is worth more than 91% 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$330,497
CheaperTypical $149,313Pricier

Pricier than 91% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$306
CheaperTypical $124Pricier

Pricier than 96% of homes nearby

Living area1,080 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,196 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 41% of homes nearby

Lot size24.12 ac
SmallerTypical 0.4 acBigger

Bigger than 91% of homes nearby

Year built1937
OlderTypical 1957Newer

Newer than 33% of homes nearby

How 6800 State Route 159 ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNew Athens 62264St. Clair County
Estimated valuepricier than$330,49791% of homes80% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$30696% of homes92% of homes
Living areabigger than1,080 ft²41% of homes41% of homes
Lot sizebigger than24.12 ac91% of homesalmost all homes
Year builtnewer than193733% of homes18% of homes

About 6800 State Route 159

How much is 6800 State Route 159, New Athens, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 6800 State Route 159, New Athens, IL is $330,497 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $282,615 to $378,379. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

How big is 6800 State Route 159, New Athens, IL?

6800 State Route 159, New Athens, IL has 1,080 square feet of living space and a 24.12-acre lot.

When was 6800 State Route 159, New Athens, IL built?

6800 State Route 159, New Athens, IL was built in 1937, making it 89 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 6800 State Route 159, New Athens, IL?

6800 State Route 159, New Athens, IL is assigned to Waterloo High School (high), rated B-; Waterloo Junior High School (middle), rated B+; W. J. Zahnow Elementary School (elementary). All sit in Waterloo Community Unit School District 5. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 6800 State Route 159, 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 91% of them ($330,497 against a typical $149,313), its price per square foot is higher than 96% of them ($306 against a typical $124), it is bigger than 41% of them (1,080 ft² against a typical 1,196 ft²), its lot is bigger than 91% of them (24.12 ac against a typical 0.4 ac) and it is newer than 33% of them (1937 against a typical 1957). Measured against all of St. Clair County, it is worth more than 80% 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 6800 State Route 159, New Athens, IL?

The 2024 property tax bill for 6800 State Route 159, New Athens, IL was $7,113. The county assessed it at $114,446.

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