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$167,590$120 / 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 90How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $105,000 on Jul 15, 2021

685 S ELWOOD ST

FORSYTH, IL 62535
2.5
Baths
1,399 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.
0.4 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1973
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

$168K
$150K low$185K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$105,000 · Jul 15, 2021

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,036 (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.$48,441 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$5,105
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$43,336
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$45,242
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$145,338

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.43
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
14
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
83
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.
43
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
CountyMACON
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.40
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Brick
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.No Foundation
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 · 156 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
Maroa-Forsyth Grade SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.6 mi
H
Maroa-Forsyth Senior High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 7.4 mi
M
Maroa-Forsyth Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 7.5 mi

District: Maroa-Forsyth Community Unit School District 2

Neighborhood · ZIP 62535These 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.17
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.91
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.50

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.96%
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.8.3%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.507
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.164 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$122,641
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$168,049
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.53°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.39 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

685 S Elwood 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 less than 91% of homes in Forsyth 62535
  • Costs less per square foot than 89% of homes in Forsyth 62535
  • Smaller than 71% of homes in Forsyth 62535
  • Older than 75% of homes in Forsyth 62535

What homes are worth in Forsyth 62535

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

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$114K$566K

This home is worth more than 9% of homes in Forsyth 62535.

How it measures up in Forsyth 62535

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Forsyth 62535.

Estimated value$167,590
CheaperTypical $292,043Pricier

Pricier than 9% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$120
CheaperTypical $163Pricier

Pricier than 11% of homes nearby

Living area1,399 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,666 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 29% of homes nearby

Lot size0.4 ac
SmallerTypical 0.39 acBigger

Bigger than 53% of homes nearby

Year built1973
OlderTypical 1994Newer

Newer than 25% of homes nearby

How 685 S Elwood St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeForsyth 62535Macon County
Estimated valuepricier than$167,5909% of homes63% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$12011% of homes55% of homes
Living areabigger than1,399 ft²29% of homes65% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.4 ac53% of homes63% of homes
Year builtnewer than197325% of homes70% of homes

About 685 S Elwood St

How much is 685 S Elwood St, Forsyth, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 685 S Elwood St, Forsyth, IL is $167,590 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $150,491 to $184,689. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 685 S Elwood St, Forsyth, IL last sell?

685 S Elwood St, Forsyth, IL last sold on Jul 15, 2021 for $105,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 685 S Elwood St, Forsyth, IL?

685 S Elwood St, Forsyth, IL has 2.5 bathrooms, 1,399 square feet of living space and a 0.40-acre lot.

When was 685 S Elwood St, Forsyth, IL built?

685 S Elwood St, Forsyth, IL was built in 1973, making it 53 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 685 S Elwood St, Forsyth, IL?

685 S Elwood St, Forsyth, IL is assigned to Maroa-Forsyth Grade School (elementary), rated B+; Maroa-Forsyth Senior High School (high), rated B-; Maroa-Forsyth Middle School (middle), rated A-. All sit in Maroa-Forsyth Community Unit School District 2. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 685 S Elwood St, Forsyth, IL compare to other homes in Forsyth 62535?

Among the 1,361 homes in Forsyth 62535, it is worth more than 9% of them ($167,590 against a typical $292,043), its price per square foot is higher than 11% of them ($120 against a typical $163), it is bigger than 29% of them (1,399 ft² against a typical 1,666 ft²), its lot is bigger than 53% of them (0.4 ac against a typical 0.39 ac) and it is newer than 25% of them (1973 against a typical 1994). Measured against all of Macon County, it is worth more than 63% 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 685 S Elwood St, Forsyth, IL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 685 S Elwood St, Forsyth, IL was $2,036. The county assessed it at $48,441.

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