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$84,334$55 / 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 88How 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 $41,000 on Apr 4, 2018

717 LAFAYETTE AVE

MATTOON, IL 61938
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,540 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.
0.16 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1897
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$84K
$75K low$94K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$41,000 · Apr 4, 2018

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,463 (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.$24,425 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$3,508
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$20,917
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$22,164
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$73,275

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.33
1
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.
80
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
66
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
18
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.minimal

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 Residential
CountyCOLES
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.16
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

Transaction History(3)

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.

M
Mattoon Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.5 mi
E
Arland D Williams Jr Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.0 mi
H
Mattoon High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.3 mi

District: Mattoon Community Unit School District 2

Neighborhood · ZIP 61938These 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.118
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 100.86

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.90%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.14%
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.1.3%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.20,188
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.163 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$56,789
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$74,456
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.53°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.40 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

717 Lafayette Ave 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 78% of homes in Coles County
  • Costs less per square foot than 89% of homes in Coles County
  • Has a smaller lot than 77% of homes in Coles County
  • Older than 91% of homes in Mattoon 61938

What homes are worth in Mattoon 61938

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

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$39K$465K

This home is worth more than 27% of homes in Mattoon 61938.

How it measures up in Mattoon 61938

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Mattoon 61938.

Estimated value$84,334
CheaperTypical $120,594Pricier

Pricier than 27% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$55
CheaperTypical $95Pricier

Pricier than 12% of homes nearby

Living area1,540 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,342 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 61% of homes nearby

Lot size0.16 ac
SmallerTypical 0.17 acBigger

Bigger than 33% of homes nearby

Year built1897
OlderTypical 1950Newer

Newer than 9% of homes nearby

How 717 Lafayette Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMattoon 61938Coles County
Estimated valuepricier than$84,33427% of homes22% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$5512% of homes11% of homes
Living areabigger than1,540 ft²61% of homes57% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.16 ac33% of homes23% of homes
Year builtnewer than18979% of homes10% of homes

About 717 Lafayette Ave

How much is 717 Lafayette Ave, Mattoon, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 717 Lafayette Ave, Mattoon, IL is $84,334 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $74,557 to $94,111. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 717 Lafayette Ave, Mattoon, IL last sell?

717 Lafayette Ave, Mattoon, IL last sold on Apr 4, 2018 for $41,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 717 Lafayette Ave, Mattoon, IL?

717 Lafayette Ave, Mattoon, IL has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,540 square feet of living space and a 0.16-acre lot.

When was 717 Lafayette Ave, Mattoon, IL built?

717 Lafayette Ave, Mattoon, IL was built in 1897, making it 129 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 717 Lafayette Ave, Mattoon, IL?

717 Lafayette Ave, Mattoon, IL is assigned to Mattoon Middle School (middle), rated C; Arland D Williams Jr Elementary School (elementary), rated B-; Mattoon High School (high), rated C-. All sit in Mattoon Community Unit School District 2. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 717 Lafayette Ave, Mattoon, IL compare to other homes in Mattoon 61938?

Among the 8,187 homes in Mattoon 61938, it is worth more than 27% of them ($84,334 against a typical $120,594), its price per square foot is higher than 12% of them ($55 against a typical $95), it is bigger than 61% of them (1,540 ft² against a typical 1,342 ft²), its lot is bigger than 33% of them (0.16 ac against a typical 0.17 ac) and it is newer than 9% of them (1897 against a typical 1950). Measured against all of Coles County, it is worth more than 22% 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 717 Lafayette Ave, Mattoon, IL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 717 Lafayette Ave, Mattoon, IL was $1,463. The county assessed it at $24,425.

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