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$246,437$98 / 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 95How 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 $140,000 on Aug 14, 2012

71 MONTGOMERY PL

DECATUR, IL 62522
3.5
Baths
2,505 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.
0.56 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1955
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

$246K
$233K low$259K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$140,000 · Aug 14, 2012

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$7,116 (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.$76,250 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$11,324
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$64,926
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$71,083
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$228,772

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.42
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
11
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.0.56
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
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 · 195 ft²

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.

E
Dennis Lab SchoolF
Elementary · Grades KG–8 · 0.4 mi
H
MacArthur High SchoolF
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.2 mi

District: Decatur School District 61

Neighborhood · ZIP 62522These 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.130
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.95
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.55

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.85%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.17%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.25%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.4%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.13,598
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.554 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$51,712
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$67,870
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

71 Montgomery Pl 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 97% of homes in West End
  • Among the largest homes in Decatur 62522
  • Has a bigger lot than 97% of homes in West End
  • Newer than 79% of homes in West End

What homes are worth in Decatur 62522

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

This home
$23K$310K

This home is worth more than 95% of homes in Decatur 62522.

How it measures up in Decatur 62522

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Decatur 62522.

Estimated value$246,437
CheaperTypical $95,267Pricier

Pricier than 95% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$98
CheaperTypical $81Pricier

Pricier than 64% of homes nearby

Living area2,505 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,060 ft²Bigger

Bigger than almost all homes nearby

Lot size0.56 ac
SmallerTypical 0.18 acBigger

Bigger than 87% of homes nearby

Year built1955
OlderTypical 1940Newer

Newer than 75% of homes nearby

How 71 Montgomery Pl ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWest EndDecatur 62522Macon County
Estimated valuepricier than$246,43797% of homes95% of homes83% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$9837% of homes64% of homes38% of homes
Living areabigger than2,505 ft²98% of homesalmost all homes97% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.56 ac97% of homes87% of homes79% of homes
Year builtnewer than195579% of homes75% of homes42% of homes

About 71 Montgomery Pl

How much is 71 Montgomery Pl, Decatur, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 71 Montgomery Pl, Decatur, IL is $246,437 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $233,454 to $259,420. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 71 Montgomery Pl, Decatur, IL last sell?

71 Montgomery Pl, Decatur, IL last sold on Aug 14, 2012 for $140,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 71 Montgomery Pl, Decatur, IL?

71 Montgomery Pl, Decatur, IL has 3.5 bathrooms, 2,505 square feet of living space and a 0.56-acre lot.

When was 71 Montgomery Pl, Decatur, IL built?

71 Montgomery Pl, Decatur, IL was built in 1955, making it 71 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 71 Montgomery Pl, Decatur, IL?

71 Montgomery Pl, Decatur, IL is assigned to Dennis Lab School (elementary), rated F; MacArthur High School (high), rated F. All sit in Decatur School District 61. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 71 Montgomery Pl, Decatur, IL compare to other homes in Decatur 62522?

Among the 5,587 homes in Decatur 62522, it is worth more than 95% of them ($246,437 against a typical $95,267), its price per square foot is higher than 64% of them ($98 against a typical $81), it is bigger than almost all of them (2,505 ft² against a typical 1,060 ft²), its lot is bigger than 87% of them (0.56 ac against a typical 0.18 ac) and it is newer than 75% of them (1955 against a typical 1940). Measured against all of Macon County, it is worth more than 83% 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 71 Montgomery Pl, Decatur, IL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 71 Montgomery Pl, Decatur, IL was $7,116. The county assessed it at $76,250.

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