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$51,158$36 / 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 74How 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 $64,000 on Apr 19, 2017

940 ALTON AVE

MADISON, IL 62060
2
Beds
1
Baths
1,404 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.
0.17 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1926
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.
4
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$51K
$38K low$64K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$64,000 · Apr 19, 2017

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,743 (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.$21,050 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$1,870
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$19,180
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$19,030
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$63,150

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.47
70
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
1
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
86
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.
8
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.30 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.34%

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.0.17
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
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
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
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Patio · 375 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.

E
Bernard Long Elementary SchoolD-
Elementary · Grades EE–5 · 0.5 mi
H
Madison Sr. High SchoolF
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.5 mi
M
Madison Jr. High SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.5 mi

District: Madison Community Unit School District 12

Neighborhood · ZIP 62060These 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.169
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.92
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.148

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.83%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.10.0%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.22%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.3,411
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.734 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$40,837
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$62,439
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

940 Alton Ave 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 94% of homes in Madison County
  • Costs less per square foot than 98% of homes in Madison County
  • Bigger than 91% of homes in Madison 62060
  • Has a bigger lot than 75% of homes in Madison 62060
  • Older than 89% of homes in Madison County

What homes are worth in Madison 62060

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

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$19K$193K

This home is worth more than 57% of homes in Madison 62060.

How it measures up in Madison 62060

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Madison 62060.

Estimated value$51,158
CheaperTypical $47,282Pricier

Pricier than 57% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$36
CheaperTypical $50Pricier

Pricier than 21% of homes nearby

Living area1,404 ft²
SmallerTypical 944 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 91% of homes nearby

Lot size0.17 ac
SmallerTypical 0.14 acBigger

Bigger than 75% of homes nearby

Year built1926
OlderTypical 1940Newer

Newer than 23% of homes nearby

How 940 Alton Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMadison 62060Madison County
Estimated valuepricier than$51,15857% of homes6% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$3621% of homes2% of homes
Living areabigger than1,404 ft²91% of homes72% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.17 ac75% of homes28% of homes
Year builtnewer than192623% of homes11% of homes

About 940 Alton Ave

How much is 940 Alton Ave, Madison, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 940 Alton Ave, Madison, IL is $51,158 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $37,937 to $64,379. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 940 Alton Ave, Madison, IL last sell?

940 Alton Ave, Madison, IL last sold on Apr 19, 2017 for $64,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 940 Alton Ave, Madison, IL?

940 Alton Ave, Madison, IL has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,404 square feet of living space and a 0.17-acre lot.

When was 940 Alton Ave, Madison, IL built?

940 Alton Ave, Madison, IL was built in 1926, making it 100 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 940 Alton Ave, Madison, IL?

940 Alton Ave, Madison, IL is assigned to Bernard Long Elementary School (elementary), rated D-; Madison Sr. High School (high), rated F; Madison Jr. High School (middle), rated C+. All sit in Madison Community Unit School District 12. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 940 Alton Ave, Madison, IL compare to other homes in Madison 62060?

Among the 1,547 homes in Madison 62060, it is worth more than 57% of them ($51,158 against a typical $47,282), its price per square foot is higher than 21% of them ($36 against a typical $50), it is bigger than 91% of them (1,404 ft² against a typical 944 ft²), its lot is bigger than 75% of them (0.17 ac against a typical 0.14 ac) and it is newer than 23% of them (1926 against a typical 1940). Measured against all of Madison County, it is worth more than 6% 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 940 Alton Ave, Madison, IL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 940 Alton Ave, Madison, IL was $1,743. The county assessed it at $21,050.

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