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$39,197$44 / 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 68How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026

718 WEST ST

GILSON, IL 61436
0
Baths
900 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.
0.24 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1936
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$39K
$27K low$52K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$552 (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.$6,760 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$1,270
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$5,490
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$6,490
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$20,280

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.
11
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
78
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
75
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
36
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 Residential
CountyKNOX
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.24
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(1)

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
Mable Woolsey Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 6.0 mi
M
Knoxville Jr High SchoolB
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 6.3 mi
H
Knoxville Sr High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 6.3 mi

District: Knoxville Community Unit School District 202

Neighborhood · ZIP 61436These 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.83
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 100.30

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.83%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.20%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.10%
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.1,136
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.18 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$80,763
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$100,074
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.51°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.37 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

718 West 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 95% of homes in Gilson 61436
  • Costs less per square foot than 95% of homes in Gilson 61436
  • Smaller than 79% of homes in Gilson 61436
  • Has a smaller lot than 94% of homes in Gilson 61436

What homes are worth in Gilson 61436

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

This home
$34K$504K

This home is worth more than 5% of homes in Gilson 61436.

How it measures up in Gilson 61436

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Gilson 61436.

Estimated value$39,197
CheaperTypical $144,261Pricier

Pricier than 5% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$44
CheaperTypical $127Pricier

Pricier than 5% of homes nearby

Living area900 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,136 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 21% of homes nearby

Lot size0.24 ac
SmallerTypical 2.59 acBigger

Bigger than 6% of homes nearby

Year built1936
OlderTypical 1950Newer

Newer than 44% of homes nearby

How 718 West St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeGilson 61436Knox County
Estimated valuepricier than$39,1975% of homes9% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$445% of homes10% of homes
Living areabigger than900 ft²21% of homes27% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.24 ac6% of homes34% of homes
Year builtnewer than193644% of homes46% of homes

About 718 West St

How much is 718 West St, Gilson, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 718 West St, Gilson, IL is $39,197 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $26,600 to $51,794. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 718 West St, Gilson, IL last sell?

718 West St, Gilson, IL last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 718 West St, Gilson, IL?

718 West St, Gilson, IL has 900 square feet of living space and a 0.24-acre lot.

When was 718 West St, Gilson, IL built?

718 West St, Gilson, IL was built in 1936, making it 90 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 718 West St, Gilson, IL?

718 West St, Gilson, IL is assigned to Mable Woolsey Elementary School (elementary), rated B; Knoxville Jr High School (middle), rated B; Knoxville Sr High School (high), rated C. All sit in Knoxville Community Unit School District 202. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 718 West St, Gilson, IL compare to other homes in Gilson 61436?

Among the 407 homes in Gilson 61436, it is worth more than 5% of them ($39,197 against a typical $144,261), its price per square foot is higher than 5% of them ($44 against a typical $127), it is bigger than 21% of them (900 ft² against a typical 1,136 ft²), its lot is bigger than 6% of them (0.24 ac against a typical 2.59 ac) and it is newer than 44% of them (1936 against a typical 1950). Measured against all of Knox County, it is worth more than 9% 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 718 West St, Gilson, IL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 718 West St, Gilson, IL was $552. The county assessed it at $6,760.

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