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$233,871$155 / 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 81How 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

7978 OLD STATE RD

MATTOON, IL 61938
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,512 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.
1.01 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1949
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$234K
$189K low$278K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,640 (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.$58,357 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$22,830
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$35,527
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$52,956
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$175,071

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.45
35
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
10
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.
37
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.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
CountyCOLES
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.01
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Detached
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.

M
Mattoon Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.1 mi
E
Arland D Williams Jr Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 2.3 mi
H
Mattoon High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.4 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

7978 Old State 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.

  • Worth more than 83% of homes in Mattoon 61938
  • Costs more per square foot than 92% of homes in Mattoon 61938
  • Has a bigger lot than 88% 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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$42K$461K

This home is worth more than 83% 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$233,871
CheaperTypical $120,085Pricier

Pricier than 83% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$155
CheaperTypical $94Pricier

Pricier than 92% of homes nearby

Living area1,512 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,344 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 60% of homes nearby

Lot size1.01 ac
SmallerTypical 0.17 acBigger

Bigger than 88% of homes nearby

Year built1949
OlderTypical 1949Newer

Newer than 50% of homes nearby

How 7978 Old State Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMattoon 61938Coles County
Estimated valuepricier than$233,87183% of homes76% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$15592% of homes87% of homes
Living areabigger than1,512 ft²60% of homes55% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.01 ac88% of homes77% of homes
Year builtnewer than194950% of homes43% of homes

About 7978 Old State Rd

How much is 7978 Old State Rd, Mattoon, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 7978 Old State Rd, Mattoon, IL is $233,871 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $189,360 to $278,382. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 7978 Old State Rd, Mattoon, IL last sell?

7978 Old State Rd, Mattoon, IL last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 7978 Old State Rd, Mattoon, IL?

7978 Old State Rd, Mattoon, IL has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,512 square feet of living space and a 1.01-acre lot.

When was 7978 Old State Rd, Mattoon, IL built?

7978 Old State Rd, Mattoon, IL was built in 1949, making it 77 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 7978 Old State Rd, Mattoon, IL?

7978 Old State Rd, Mattoon, IL is assigned to Mattoon Middle School (middle), rated B-; Arland D Williams Jr Elementary School (elementary), rated B-; Mattoon High School (high), rated B-. All sit in Mattoon Community Unit School District 2. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 7978 Old State Rd, Mattoon, IL compare to other homes in Mattoon 61938?

Among the 8,187 homes in Mattoon 61938, it is worth more than 83% of them ($233,871 against a typical $120,085), its price per square foot is higher than 92% of them ($155 against a typical $94), it is bigger than 60% of them (1,512 ft² against a typical 1,344 ft²), its lot is bigger than 88% of them (1.01 ac against a typical 0.17 ac) and it is newer than 50% of them (1949 against a typical 1949). Measured against all of Coles County, it is worth more than 76% 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 7978 Old State Rd, Mattoon, IL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 7978 Old State Rd, Mattoon, IL was $3,640. The county assessed it at $58,357.

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