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$38,073$47 / 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 87How 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 $131,000 on Aug 7, 2007

685 W OLIVE ST

DECATUR, IL 62526
2
Baths
812 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.
0.14 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1938
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$38K
$33K low$43K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$131,000 · Aug 7, 2007

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,028 (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.$11,019 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$469
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$10,550
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$10,272
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$33,060

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.49
41
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
9
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.
71
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.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.9 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%

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.0.14
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Brick
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Detached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(2)

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
MacArthur High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.9 mi
E
Franklin Grove Elementary SchoolD-
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 1.3 mi
M
Stephen Decatur Middle SchoolD-
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 2.2 mi

District: Decatur School District 61

Neighborhood · ZIP 62526These 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.103
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.92
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.53

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.91%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.15%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.16%
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.34,833
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.487 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$58,459
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$77,128
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 W Olive 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 94% of homes in Macon County
  • Costs less per square foot than 91% of homes in Macon County
  • Smaller than 90% of homes in Macon County
  • Has a smaller lot than 90% of homes in Decatur 62526
  • Newer than 84% of homes in Poole

What homes are worth in Decatur 62526

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

This home
$28K$312K

This home is worth more than 13% of homes in Decatur 62526.

How it measures up in Decatur 62526

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Decatur 62526.

Estimated value$38,073
CheaperTypical $104,681Pricier

Pricier than 13% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$47
CheaperTypical $93Pricier

Pricier than 16% of homes nearby

Living area812 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,080 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 14% of homes nearby

Lot size0.14 ac
SmallerTypical 0.2 acBigger

Bigger than 10% of homes nearby

Year built1938
OlderTypical 1956Newer

Newer than 26% of homes nearby

How 685 W Olive St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePooleDecatur 62526Macon County
Estimated valuepricier than$38,07356% of homes13% of homes6% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$4773% of homes16% of homes9% of homes
Living areabigger than812 ft²28% of homes14% of homes10% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.14 ac25% of homes10% of homes11% of homes
Year builtnewer than193884% of homes26% of homes25% of homes

About 685 W Olive St

How much is 685 W Olive St, Decatur, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 685 W Olive St, Decatur, IL is $38,073 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $33,259 to $42,887. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 685 W Olive St, Decatur, IL last sell?

685 W Olive St, Decatur, IL last sold on Aug 7, 2007 for $131,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 685 W Olive St, Decatur, IL?

685 W Olive St, Decatur, IL has 2 bathrooms, 812 square feet of living space and a 0.14-acre lot.

When was 685 W Olive St, Decatur, IL built?

685 W Olive St, Decatur, IL was built in 1938, making it 88 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 685 W Olive St, Decatur, IL?

685 W Olive St, Decatur, IL is assigned to MacArthur High School (high), rated D-; Franklin Grove Elementary School (elementary), rated D-; Stephen Decatur Middle School (middle), rated D-. All sit in Decatur School District 61. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 685 W Olive St, Decatur, IL compare to other homes in Decatur 62526?

Among the 11,429 homes in Decatur 62526, it is worth more than 13% of them ($38,073 against a typical $104,681), its price per square foot is higher than 16% of them ($47 against a typical $93), it is bigger than 14% of them (812 ft² against a typical 1,080 ft²), its lot is bigger than 10% of them (0.14 ac against a typical 0.2 ac) and it is newer than 26% of them (1938 against a typical 1956). Measured against all of Macon County, it is worth more than 6% 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 W Olive St, Decatur, IL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 685 W Olive St, Decatur, IL was $1,028. The county assessed it at $11,019.

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