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$158,120$183 / 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 89How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026

81 ILLINOIS ROUTE 78

THOMSON, IL 61285
2
Beds
1
Baths
864 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.
2 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2017
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
4
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$158K
$141K low$176K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,534 (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.$32,707 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$4,217
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$28,490
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$28,468
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$98,131

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.36
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
8
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
72
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
70
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
31
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 Residence
CountyCARROLL
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.2.00
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.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 · 108 ft²

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

M
West Carroll Middle SchoolD
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 10.9 mi
E
West Carroll Primary SchoolD+
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 12.3 mi
H
West Carroll High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 13.6 mi

District: West Carroll Community Unit School District 314

Neighborhood · ZIP 61285These 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.89
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.78
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.32

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.86%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.9.4%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.9.8%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.1,800
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.31 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$65,110
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$90,429
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.36 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.52%

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How this home compares

81 Illinois Route 78 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 more per square foot than 80% of homes in Thomson 61285
  • Smaller than 94% of homes in Carroll County
  • Has a bigger lot than 83% of homes in Thomson 61285
  • Newer than 97% of homes in Thomson 61285

What homes are worth in Thomson 61285

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

This home
$67K$445K

This home is worth more than 41% of homes in Thomson 61285.

How it measures up in Thomson 61285

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Thomson 61285.

Estimated value$158,120
CheaperTypical $179,449Pricier

Pricier than 41% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$183
CheaperTypical $132Pricier

Pricier than 80% of homes nearby

Living area864 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,400 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 10% of homes nearby

Lot size2 ac
SmallerTypical 0.51 acBigger

Bigger than 83% of homes nearby

Year built2017
OlderTypical 1977Newer

Newer than 97% of homes nearby

How 81 Illinois Route 78 ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeThomson 61285Carroll County
Estimated valuepricier than$158,12041% of homes47% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$18380% of homes73% of homes
Living areabigger than864 ft²10% of homes6% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2 ac83% of homes75% of homes
Year builtnewer than201797% of homes97% of homes

About 81 Illinois Route 78

How much is 81 Illinois Route 78, Thomson, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 81 Illinois Route 78, Thomson, IL is $158,120 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $140,599 to $175,641. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 81 Illinois Route 78, Thomson, IL last sell?

81 Illinois Route 78, Thomson, IL last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 81 Illinois Route 78, Thomson, IL?

81 Illinois Route 78, Thomson, IL has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 864 square feet of living space and a 2.00-acre lot.

When was 81 Illinois Route 78, Thomson, IL built?

81 Illinois Route 78, Thomson, IL was built in 2017, making it 9 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 81 Illinois Route 78, Thomson, IL?

81 Illinois Route 78, Thomson, IL is assigned to West Carroll Middle School (middle), rated D; West Carroll Primary School (elementary), rated D+; West Carroll High School (high), rated D-. All sit in West Carroll Community Unit School District 314. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 81 Illinois Route 78, Thomson, IL compare to other homes in Thomson 61285?

Among the 903 homes in Thomson 61285, it is worth more than 41% of them ($158,120 against a typical $179,449), its price per square foot is higher than 80% of them ($183 against a typical $132), it is bigger than 10% of them (864 ft² against a typical 1,400 ft²), its lot is bigger than 83% of them (2 ac against a typical 0.51 ac) and it is newer than 97% of them (2017 against a typical 1977). Measured against all of Carroll County, it is worth more than 47% 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 81 Illinois Route 78, Thomson, IL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 81 Illinois Route 78, Thomson, IL was $2,534. The county assessed it at $32,707.

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