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$425,316$308 / 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 95How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $70,000 on Aug 22, 2014

8879 STRAUBE RIDGE RD

BRIGHTON, IL 62012
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,380 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.
5.74 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2015
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$425K
$406K low$445K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$70,000 · Aug 22, 2014

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,086 (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.$92,310 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$24,920
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$67,390
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$88,600
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$276,930

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.54
82
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
32
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.
71
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
4
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.80 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%

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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Ranch
CountyMADISON
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.5.74
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
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.Garage, Detached
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.Patio · 612 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.

Foreclosure Filings(2)

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

E
Lewis & Clark Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–1 · 2.4 mi
H
Alton High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.5 mi
M
Alton Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 5.6 mi

District: Alton Community Unit School District 11

Neighborhood · ZIP 62012These 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.61
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 100.109

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.16%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.9%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.5%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.5,816
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.100 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$87,127
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$99,354
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%

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How this home compares

8879 Straube Ridge Rd 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 93% of homes in Brighton 62012
  • Costs more per square foot than 96% of homes in Brighton 62012
  • Bigger than 70% of homes in Madison County
  • Has a bigger lot than 97% of homes in Madison County
  • Newer than 97% of homes in Madison County

What homes are worth in Brighton 62012

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

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$55K$538K

This home is worth more than 93% of homes in Brighton 62012.

How it measures up in Brighton 62012

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Brighton 62012.

Estimated value$425,316
CheaperTypical $191,182Pricier

Pricier than 93% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$308
CheaperTypical $177Pricier

Pricier than 96% of homes nearby

Living area1,380 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,400 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 49% of homes nearby

Lot size5.74 ac
SmallerTypical 0.7 acBigger

Bigger than 87% of homes nearby

Year built2015
OlderTypical 1987Newer

Newer than 95% of homes nearby

How 8879 Straube Ridge Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBrighton 62012Madison County
Estimated valuepricier than$425,31693% of homes90% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$30896% of homes90% of homes
Living areabigger than1,380 ft²49% of homes70% of homes
Lot sizebigger than5.74 ac87% of homes97% of homes
Year builtnewer than201595% of homes97% of homes

About 8879 Straube Ridge Rd

How much is 8879 Straube Ridge Rd, Brighton, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 8879 Straube Ridge Rd, Brighton, IL is $425,316 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $405,628 to $445,004. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 8879 Straube Ridge Rd, Brighton, IL last sell?

8879 Straube Ridge Rd, Brighton, IL last sold on Aug 22, 2014 for $70,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 8879 Straube Ridge Rd, Brighton, IL?

8879 Straube Ridge Rd, Brighton, IL has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,380 square feet of living space and a 5.74-acre lot.

When was 8879 Straube Ridge Rd, Brighton, IL built?

8879 Straube Ridge Rd, Brighton, IL was built in 2015, making it 11 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 8879 Straube Ridge Rd, Brighton, IL?

8879 Straube Ridge Rd, Brighton, IL is assigned to Lewis & Clark Elementary School (elementary); Alton High School (high), rated D+; Alton Middle School (middle), rated C-. All sit in Alton Community Unit School District 11. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 8879 Straube Ridge Rd, Brighton, IL compare to other homes in Brighton 62012?

Among the 2,507 homes in Brighton 62012, it is worth more than 93% of them ($425,316 against a typical $191,182), its price per square foot is higher than 96% of them ($308 against a typical $177), it is bigger than 49% of them (1,380 ft² against a typical 1,400 ft²), its lot is bigger than 87% of them (5.74 ac against a typical 0.7 ac) and it is newer than 95% of them (2015 against a typical 1987). Measured against all of Madison County, it is worth more than 90% 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 8879 Straube Ridge Rd, Brighton, IL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 8879 Straube Ridge Rd, Brighton, IL was $6,086. The county assessed it at $92,310.

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