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$296,493$150 / 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 92How 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

7543 OLD BLUFF RD

WATERLOO, IL 62298
4
Beds
4
Baths
1,976 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.
4 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1980
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$296K
$273K low$320K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,913 (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.$72,730 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$3,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$69,730
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$77,877
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$218,190

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.28
99
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
35
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
8
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.197 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.51%
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.1 percent flood zone

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
CountyMONROE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.4.00
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.No Foundation
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
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.Deck · 620 ft²Shed · 78 ft²Patio · 620 ft²Porch · 438 ft²

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

E
Valmeyer Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 1.8 mi
M
Valmeyer Jr High SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.8 mi
H
Valmeyer High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.8 mi

District: Valmeyer Community Unit School District 3

Neighborhood · ZIP 62298These 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.99
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.92
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.169

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.95%
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.4.2%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.18,127
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.124 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$101,202
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$118,724
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.56°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.41 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

7543 Old Bluff Rd 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.

  • Costs less per square foot than 95% of homes in Waterloo 62298
  • Bigger than 82% of homes in Waterloo 62298
  • Has a bigger lot than 78% of homes in Monroe County

What homes are worth in Waterloo 62298

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

This home
$131K$684K

This home is worth more than 40% of homes in Waterloo 62298.

How it measures up in Waterloo 62298

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Waterloo 62298.

Estimated value$296,493
CheaperTypical $330,866Pricier

Pricier than 40% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$150
CheaperTypical $217Pricier

Pricier than 5% of homes nearby

Living area1,976 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,501 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 82% of homes nearby

Lot size4 ac
SmallerTypical 0.44 acBigger

Bigger than 77% of homes nearby

Year built1980
OlderTypical 1991Newer

Newer than 40% of homes nearby

How 7543 Old Bluff Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWaterloo 62298Monroe County
Estimated valuepricier than$296,49340% of homes42% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$1505% of homes5% of homes
Living areabigger than1,976 ft²82% of homes81% of homes
Lot sizebigger than4 ac77% of homes78% of homes
Year builtnewer than198040% of homes40% of homes

About 7543 Old Bluff Rd

How much is 7543 Old Bluff Rd, Waterloo, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 7543 Old Bluff Rd, Waterloo, IL is $296,493 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $272,823 to $320,163. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 7543 Old Bluff Rd, Waterloo, IL last sell?

7543 Old Bluff Rd, Waterloo, IL last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 7543 Old Bluff Rd, Waterloo, IL?

7543 Old Bluff Rd, Waterloo, IL has 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, 1,976 square feet of living space and a 4.00-acre lot.

When was 7543 Old Bluff Rd, Waterloo, IL built?

7543 Old Bluff Rd, Waterloo, IL was built in 1980, making it 46 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 7543 Old Bluff Rd, Waterloo, IL?

7543 Old Bluff Rd, Waterloo, IL is assigned to Valmeyer Elementary School (elementary), rated C; Valmeyer Jr High School (middle), rated C-; Valmeyer High School (high), rated B+. All sit in Valmeyer Community Unit School District 3. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 7543 Old Bluff Rd, Waterloo, IL compare to other homes in Waterloo 62298?

Among the 7,165 homes in Waterloo 62298, it is worth more than 40% of them ($296,493 against a typical $330,866), its price per square foot is higher than 5% of them ($150 against a typical $217), it is bigger than 82% of them (1,976 ft² against a typical 1,501 ft²), its lot is bigger than 77% of them (4 ac against a typical 0.44 ac) and it is newer than 40% of them (1980 against a typical 1991). Measured against all of Monroe County, it is worth more than 42% 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 7543 Old Bluff Rd, Waterloo, IL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 7543 Old Bluff Rd, Waterloo, IL was $3,913. The county assessed it at $72,730.

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