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$135,409$141 / 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 Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $65,000 on Sep 19, 2018

705 W EMPIRE ST

BLOOMINGTON, IL 61701
3
Beds
1
Baths
962 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.
1910
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$135K
$122K low$148K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$65,000 · Sep 19, 2018

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,711 (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.$40,455 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$7,959
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$32,496
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$40,455
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$121,365

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.50
59
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.
75
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.
46
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.23 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
CountyMcLean
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.13
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Block (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Detached
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 192 ft²Greenhouse

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

E
Bent Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.2 mi
M
Bloomington Junior High SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.3 mi
H
Bloomington High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.4 mi

District: Bloomington School District 87

Neighborhood · ZIP 61701These 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.143
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.83
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.36

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.25%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.15%
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.34,680
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.3,141 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$57,363
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$73,445
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.52°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.38 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.56%

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How this home compares

705 W Empire 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 87% of homes in McLean County
  • Costs less per square foot than 65% of homes in McLean County
  • Smaller than 89% of homes in McLean County
  • Has a smaller lot than 89% of homes in McLean County
  • Older than 89% of homes in McLean County

What homes are worth in Bloomington 61701

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

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$70K$509K

This home is worth more than 32% of homes in Bloomington 61701.

How it measures up in Bloomington 61701

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Bloomington 61701.

Estimated value$135,409
CheaperTypical $166,173Pricier

Pricier than 32% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$141
CheaperTypical $125Pricier

Pricier than 63% of homes nearby

Living area962 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,344 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 19% of homes nearby

Lot size0.13 ac
SmallerTypical 0.16 acBigger

Bigger than 23% of homes nearby

Year built1910
OlderTypical 1925Newer

Newer than 18% of homes nearby

How 705 W Empire St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBloomington 61701McLean County
Estimated valuepricier than$135,40932% of homes13% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$14163% of homes35% of homes
Living areabigger than962 ft²19% of homes11% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.13 ac23% of homes11% of homes
Year builtnewer than191018% of homes11% of homes

About 705 W Empire St

How much is 705 W Empire St, Bloomington, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 705 W Empire St, Bloomington, IL is $135,409 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $122,362 to $148,456. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 705 W Empire St, Bloomington, IL last sell?

705 W Empire St, Bloomington, IL last sold on Sep 19, 2018 for $65,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 705 W Empire St, Bloomington, IL?

705 W Empire St, Bloomington, IL has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 962 square feet of living space and a 0.13-acre lot.

When was 705 W Empire St, Bloomington, IL built?

705 W Empire St, Bloomington, IL was built in 1910, making it 116 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 705 W Empire St, Bloomington, IL?

705 W Empire St, Bloomington, IL is assigned to Bent Elementary School (elementary), rated C; Bloomington Junior High School (middle), rated B-; Bloomington High School (high), rated D. All sit in Bloomington School District 87. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 705 W Empire St, Bloomington, IL compare to other homes in Bloomington 61701?

Among the 11,011 homes in Bloomington 61701, it is worth more than 32% of them ($135,409 against a typical $166,173), its price per square foot is higher than 63% of them ($141 against a typical $125), it is bigger than 19% of them (962 ft² against a typical 1,344 ft²), its lot is bigger than 23% of them (0.13 ac against a typical 0.16 ac) and it is newer than 18% of them (1910 against a typical 1925). Measured against all of McLean County, it is worth more than 13% 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 705 W Empire St, Bloomington, IL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 705 W Empire St, Bloomington, IL was $2,711. The county assessed it at $40,455.

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