Single Family ResidenceResidential
838 TOWER ST
BELLEVILLE, IL 62221
4
Baths
896 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.
0.2 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1950
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.
Tax & Assessment
Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,319 (2024)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$37,374 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$5,300
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$32,074
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$30,840
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$112,122
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.39
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
14
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
83
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
73
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
24
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
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
CountyST. CLAIR
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.1985
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.20
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
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Carport (Unspecified)
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.Shed · 360 ft²Porch · 130 ft²
Transaction History(4)
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.
EM
Jefferson Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 0.3 mi
West Jr. High SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 2.2 mi
District: Belleville School District 118
Neighborhood · ZIP 62221These 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.86
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.93
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.163
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.93%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.24%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.9.6%
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.30,133
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.851 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$88,289
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$101,239
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.56°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
838 Tower 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.
- Smaller than 85% of homes in Belleville 62221
- Has a smaller lot than 71% of homes in Belleville 62221
- Older than 86% of homes in Belleville 62221
How it measures up in Belleville 62221
The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Belleville 62221.
Living area896 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,312 ft²Bigger
Bigger than 15% of homes nearby
Lot size0.2 ac
SmallerTypical 0.25 acBigger
Bigger than 29% of homes nearby
Year built1950
OlderTypical 1986Newer
Newer than 14% of homes nearby
| Measure | This home | Belleville 62221 | St. Clair County |
|---|---|---|---|
| Living areabigger than | 896 ft² | 15% of homes | 20% of homes |
| Lot sizebigger than | 0.2 ac | 29% of homes | 37% of homes |
| Year builtnewer than | 1950 | 14% of homes | 28% of homes |
About 838 Tower St
When did 838 Tower St, Belleville, IL last sell?
838 Tower St, Belleville, IL last sold on Jun 29, 2009, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.
How big is 838 Tower St, Belleville, IL?
838 Tower St, Belleville, IL has 4 bathrooms, 896 square feet of living space and a 0.20-acre lot.
When was 838 Tower St, Belleville, IL built?
838 Tower St, Belleville, IL was built in 1950, making it 76 years old. The building has 1 story.
What schools serve 838 Tower St, Belleville, IL?
838 Tower St, Belleville, IL is assigned to Jefferson Elementary School (elementary), rated C; West Jr. High School (middle), rated B-. All sit in Belleville School District 118. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.
How does 838 Tower St, Belleville, IL compare to other homes in Belleville 62221?
Among the 10,156 homes in Belleville 62221, it is bigger than 15% of them (896 ft² against a typical 1,312 ft²), its lot is bigger than 29% of them (0.2 ac against a typical 0.25 ac) and it is newer than 14% of them (1950 against a typical 1986). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.
What are the property taxes on 838 Tower St, Belleville, IL?
The 2024 property tax bill for 838 Tower St, Belleville, IL was $2,319. The county assessed it at $37,374.
More homes on Tower St
- 834 Tower St$124K1,232 ft² · Sold $175K · Dec 2023
- 829 Tower St$161KSingle Family Residence · Sold Apr 2023
- 849 Tower St$94K1,080 ft² · Sold $137K · Jan 2023
- 835 Tower St$157KResidential - Vacant Land · Sold $65K · Jan 2022
- 835 Tower St$97K660 ft² · Sold $65K · Jan 2022
- 837 Tower St$120K3 ba · 900 ft² · Sold $71K · Oct 2021
- 841 Tower St$239K1,760 ft² · Sold $106K · Sep 2018
- 838 Tower St0.2 ac · Sold Jun 2009
Closest homes
- 838 Tower St60 ft · 0.2 ac · Sold Jun 2009
- 841 Tower St$239K175 ft · 1,760 ft² · Sold $106K · Sep 2018
- 837 Tower St$120K150 ft · 3 ba · 900 ft² · Sold $71K · Oct 2021
- 1049 Arthur St$83K188 ft · 2 ba · 1,110 ft² · Sold $72K · May 2019
- 1043 Arthur St191 ft · 1,740 ft² · Sold $142K · Jul 2021
- 835 Tower St$97K199 ft · 660 ft² · Sold $65K · Jan 2022
- 849 Tower St$94K243 ft · 1,080 ft² · Sold $137K · Jan 2023
- 1031 Arthur St$130K214 ft · 928 ft² · Sold $56K · Jul 2018
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