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$209,460
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 79How 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
Last sold for $222,200 on Mar 21, 2024

831 N 5TH ST

VANDALIA, IL 62471
0
Baths
22 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.

Valuation

$209K
$164K low$254K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$222,200 · Mar 21, 2024

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$211 (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.$3,905 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$3,663
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$242
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$3,419
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$11,715

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.57
96
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
21
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.
71
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
18
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.95 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.51%

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Rural Residence
CountyFAYETTE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.22.00
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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

E
Vandalia Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades PK–3 · 4.3 mi
M
Vandalia Junior High SchoolC
Middle · Grades 4–8 · 4.3 mi
H
Vandalia Community High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.5 mi

District: Vandalia Community Unit School District 203

Neighborhood · ZIP 62471These 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.126
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.84
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.138

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.10%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.14%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.4%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.9,468
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.104 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$53,183
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$72,056
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.54°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

831 N 5th 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 more than 77% of homes in Fayette County
  • Has a bigger lot than 94% of homes in Vandalia 62471

What homes are worth in Vandalia 62471

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

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$42K$495K

This home is worth more than 76% of homes in Vandalia 62471.

How it measures up in Vandalia 62471

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Vandalia 62471.

Estimated value$209,460
CheaperTypical $130,765Pricier

Pricier than 76% of homes nearby

Lot size22 ac
SmallerTypical 0.34 acBigger

Bigger than 94% of homes nearby

How 831 N 5th St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeVandalia 62471Fayette County
Estimated valuepricier than$209,46076% of homes77% of homes
Lot sizebigger than22 ac94% of homes83% of homes

About 831 N 5th St

How much is 831 N 5th St, Vandalia, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 831 N 5th St, Vandalia, IL is $209,460 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $164,453 to $254,467. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 831 N 5th St, Vandalia, IL last sell?

831 N 5th St, Vandalia, IL last sold on Mar 21, 2024 for $222,200, according to the county's recorded deed.

What schools serve 831 N 5th St, Vandalia, IL?

831 N 5th St, Vandalia, IL is assigned to Vandalia Elementary School (elementary), rated B; Vandalia Junior High School (middle), rated C; Vandalia Community High School (high), rated C-. All sit in Vandalia Community Unit School District 203. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 831 N 5th St, Vandalia, IL compare to other homes in Vandalia 62471?

Among the 3,853 homes in Vandalia 62471, it is worth more than 76% of them ($209,460 against a typical $130,765) and its lot is bigger than 94% of them (22 ac against a typical 0.34 ac). Measured against all of Fayette County, it is worth more than 77% 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 831 N 5th St, Vandalia, IL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 831 N 5th St, Vandalia, IL was $211. The county assessed it at $3,905.

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