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$111,621$105 / 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 Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $80,000 on Dec 22, 2023

8 WASHINGTON AVE

CHARLESTON, IL 61920
2
Beds
1
Baths
1,064 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.
1920
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$112K
$98K low$125K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$80,000 · Dec 22, 2023

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,040 (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.$28,021 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$2,537
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$25,484
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$25,427
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$84,063

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.
9
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
81
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
76
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.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
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1960
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
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(6)

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
Charleston Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 1.1 mi
H
Charleston High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.2 mi
E
Carl Sandburg Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades 1–3 · 1.4 mi

District: Charleston Community Unit School District 1

Neighborhood · ZIP 61920These 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.123
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.90
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.83

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.87%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.21%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.19%
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.20,604
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.134 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$59,741
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$74,123
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.53°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

8 Washington 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 75% of homes in Charleston 61920
  • Smaller than 81% of homes in Charleston 61920
  • Has a smaller lot than 81% of homes in Charleston 61920
  • Older than 77% of homes in Charleston 61920

What homes are worth in Charleston 61920

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

This home
$38K$596K

This home is worth more than 25% of homes in Charleston 61920.

How it measures up in Charleston 61920

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Charleston 61920.

Estimated value$111,621
CheaperTypical $174,493Pricier

Pricier than 25% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$105
CheaperTypical $116Pricier

Pricier than 41% of homes nearby

Living area1,064 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,522 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 19% of homes nearby

Lot size0.16 ac
SmallerTypical 0.3 acBigger

Bigger than 19% of homes nearby

Year built1920
OlderTypical 1967Newer

Newer than 23% of homes nearby

How 8 Washington Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeCharleston 61920Coles County
Estimated valuepricier than$111,62125% of homes35% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$10541% of homes50% of homes
Living areabigger than1,064 ft²19% of homes24% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.16 ac19% of homes23% of homes
Year builtnewer than192023% of homes27% of homes

About 8 Washington Ave

How much is 8 Washington Ave, Charleston, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 8 Washington Ave, Charleston, IL is $111,621 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $98,100 to $125,142. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 8 Washington Ave, Charleston, IL last sell?

8 Washington Ave, Charleston, IL last sold on Dec 22, 2023 for $80,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 4 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 8 Washington Ave, Charleston, IL?

8 Washington Ave, Charleston, IL has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,064 square feet of living space and a 0.16-acre lot.

When was 8 Washington Ave, Charleston, IL built?

8 Washington Ave, Charleston, IL was built in 1920, making it 106 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 8 Washington Ave, Charleston, IL?

8 Washington Ave, Charleston, IL is assigned to Charleston Middle School (middle), rated C; Charleston High School (high), rated D+; Carl Sandburg Elementary School (elementary), rated B-. All sit in Charleston Community Unit School District 1. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 8 Washington Ave, Charleston, IL compare to other homes in Charleston 61920?

Among the 6,490 homes in Charleston 61920, it is worth more than 25% of them ($111,621 against a typical $174,493), its price per square foot is higher than 41% of them ($105 against a typical $116), it is bigger than 19% of them (1,064 ft² against a typical 1,522 ft²), its lot is bigger than 19% of them (0.16 ac against a typical 0.3 ac) and it is newer than 23% of them (1920 against a typical 1967). Measured against all of Coles County, it is worth more than 35% 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 8 Washington Ave, Charleston, IL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 8 Washington Ave, Charleston, IL was $2,040. The county assessed it at $28,021.

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