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$254,835
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 68How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jun 25, 2026

6971 STATE ROUTE 159

NEW ATHENS, IL 62264
0
Baths
6 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.

Valuation

$255K
$174K low$336K 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.$134,835
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$107,868
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.47%
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.$120,000
DELMAR FINANCIAL CO · 2.75% 2 · recorded Feb 1, 2021

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,073 (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.$79,807 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$16,739
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$63,068
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$61,580
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$239,421

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.40
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
15
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.
72
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.Rural Residence
CountySt. Clair
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.6.00

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
New Athens Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 7.0 mi
H
New Athens High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 7.0 mi
M
New Athens Jr High SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 7.0 mi

District: New Athens Community Unit School District 60

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.No

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

6971 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 79% of homes in New Athens 62264
  • Has a bigger lot than 97% 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 79% 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$254,835
CheaperTypical $149,313Pricier

Pricier than 79% of homes nearby

Lot size6 ac
SmallerTypical 0.4 acBigger

Bigger than 84% of homes nearby

How 6971 State Route 159 ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNew Athens 62264St. Clair County
Estimated valuepricier than$254,83579% of homes69% of homes
Lot sizebigger than6 ac84% of homes97% of homes

About 6971 State Route 159

How much is 6971 State Route 159, New Athens, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 6971 State Route 159, New Athens, IL is $254,835 as of Jun 25, 2026. The likely range is $173,652 to $336,018. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

What schools serve 6971 State Route 159, New Athens, IL?

6971 State Route 159, New Athens, IL is assigned to New Athens Elementary School (elementary), rated B+; New Athens High School (high), rated C; New Athens Jr High School (middle), rated A. All sit in New Athens Community Unit School District 60. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 6971 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 79% of them ($254,835 against a typical $149,313) and its lot is bigger than 84% of them (6 ac against a typical 0.4 ac). Measured against all of St. Clair County, it is worth more than 69% 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 6971 State Route 159, New Athens, IL?

The 2024 property tax bill for 6971 State Route 159, New Athens, IL was $5,073. The county assessed it at $79,807.

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