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$206,148$310 / 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

8637 N STATE ROUTE 159

DORSEY, IL 62021
3
Beds
1
Baths
666 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.
2.05 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1847
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$206K
$183K low$229K high
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$39,278
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$31,422
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.103%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$166,870
LEADER ONE FINANCIAL CORP · 5.63% 2 · recorded Nov 2, 2022

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,424 (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.$54,230 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$15,280
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$38,950
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$48,700
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$162,690

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.
35
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
84
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.
8
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
CountyMADISON
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.2.05
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
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

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

E
Midway Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–2 · 3.0 mi
M
Lincoln Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 11.4 mi
H
Edwardsville High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 12.7 mi

District: Edwardsville Community Unit School District 7

Neighborhood · ZIP 62021These 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.137
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.114
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.125

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.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.23%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.4.5%
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.1,477
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.74 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$89,510
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$104,783
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.55°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.39 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.59%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

8637 N State Route 159 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 71% of homes in Dorsey 62021
  • Costs more per square foot than 91% of homes in Madison County
  • Smaller than 95% of homes in Dorsey 62021
  • Has a bigger lot than 91% of homes in Madison County
  • Among the oldest homes in Dorsey 62021

What homes are worth in Dorsey 62021

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

This home
$83K$637K

This home is worth more than 29% of homes in Dorsey 62021.

How it measures up in Dorsey 62021

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Dorsey 62021.

Estimated value$206,148
CheaperTypical $264,631Pricier

Pricier than 29% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$310
CheaperTypical $205Pricier

Pricier than 83% of homes nearby

Living area666 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,235 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 5% of homes nearby

Lot size2.05 ac
SmallerTypical 3.83 acBigger

Bigger than 39% of homes nearby

Year built1847
OlderTypical 1970Newer

Older than almost all homes nearby

How 8637 N State Route 159 ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeDorsey 62021Madison County
Estimated valuepricier than$206,14829% of homes57% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$31083% of homes91% of homes
Living areabigger than666 ft²5% of homes5% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2.05 ac39% of homes91% of homes
Year builtnewer than1847almost no homesalmost no homes

About 8637 N State Route 159

How much is 8637 N State Route 159, Dorsey, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 8637 N State Route 159, Dorsey, IL is $206,148 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $183,032 to $229,264. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 8637 N State Route 159, Dorsey, IL last sell?

8637 N State Route 159, Dorsey, IL last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 8637 N State Route 159, Dorsey, IL?

8637 N State Route 159, Dorsey, IL has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 666 square feet of living space and a 2.05-acre lot.

When was 8637 N State Route 159, Dorsey, IL built?

8637 N State Route 159, Dorsey, IL was built in 1847, making it 179 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 8637 N State Route 159, Dorsey, IL?

8637 N State Route 159, Dorsey, IL is assigned to Midway Elementary School (elementary); Lincoln Middle School (middle), rated B-; Edwardsville High School (high), rated B. All sit in Edwardsville Community Unit School District 7. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 8637 N State Route 159, Dorsey, IL compare to other homes in Dorsey 62021?

Among the 414 homes in Dorsey 62021, it is worth more than 29% of them ($206,148 against a typical $264,631), its price per square foot is higher than 83% of them ($310 against a typical $205), it is bigger than 5% of them (666 ft² against a typical 1,235 ft²), its lot is bigger than 39% of them (2.05 ac against a typical 3.83 ac) and it is newer than almost none of them (1847 against a typical 1970). Measured against all of Madison County, it is worth more than 57% 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 8637 N State Route 159, Dorsey, IL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 8637 N State Route 159, Dorsey, IL was $3,424. The county assessed it at $54,230.

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