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$181,531$159 / 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 Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $125,000 on Dec 20, 2006

959 JACOBS WAY

FORSYTH, IL 62535
2
Baths
1,141 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.
0.28 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2001
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.

Valuation

$182K
$162K low$201K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$125,000 · Dec 20, 2006

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,882 (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.$70,618 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$10,635
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$59,983
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$65,955
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$211,875

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.40
1
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.
83
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
74
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
43
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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Split Level
CountyMACON
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.28
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
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
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.Deck · 140 ft²Porch · 45 ft²

Transaction History(1)

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
Maroa-Forsyth Grade SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.8 mi
H
Maroa-Forsyth Senior High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 7.7 mi
M
Maroa-Forsyth Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 7.8 mi

District: Maroa-Forsyth Community Unit School District 2

Neighborhood · ZIP 62535These 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.17
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.91
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.50

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.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.35%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.3%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.507
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.164 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$122,641
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$168,049
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.53°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

959 Jacobs Way 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 85% of homes in Forsyth 62535
  • Costs more per square foot than 78% of homes in Macon County
  • Smaller than 89% of homes in Forsyth 62535
  • Has a smaller lot than 74% of homes in Forsyth 62535
  • Newer than 93% of homes in Macon County

What homes are worth in Forsyth 62535

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

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$107K$557K

This home is worth more than 15% of homes in Forsyth 62535.

How it measures up in Forsyth 62535

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Forsyth 62535.

Estimated value$181,531
CheaperTypical $287,227Pricier

Pricier than 15% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$159
CheaperTypical $160Pricier

Pricier than 49% of homes nearby

Living area1,141 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,668 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 11% of homes nearby

Lot size0.28 ac
SmallerTypical 0.39 acBigger

Bigger than 26% of homes nearby

Year built2001
OlderTypical 1993Newer

Newer than 71% of homes nearby

How 959 Jacobs Way ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeForsyth 62535Macon County
Estimated valuepricier than$181,53115% of homes69% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$15949% of homes78% of homes
Living areabigger than1,141 ft²11% of homes43% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.28 ac26% of homes54% of homes
Year builtnewer than200171% of homes93% of homes

About 959 Jacobs Way

How much is 959 Jacobs Way, Forsyth, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 959 Jacobs Way, Forsyth, IL is $181,531 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $162,058 to $201,004. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 959 Jacobs Way, Forsyth, IL last sell?

959 Jacobs Way, Forsyth, IL last sold on Dec 20, 2006 for $125,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 959 Jacobs Way, Forsyth, IL?

959 Jacobs Way, Forsyth, IL has 2 bathrooms, 1,141 square feet of living space and a 0.28-acre lot.

When was 959 Jacobs Way, Forsyth, IL built?

959 Jacobs Way, Forsyth, IL was built in 2001, making it 25 years old. It is a split level home.

What schools serve 959 Jacobs Way, Forsyth, IL?

959 Jacobs Way, Forsyth, IL is assigned to Maroa-Forsyth Grade School (elementary), rated B+; Maroa-Forsyth Senior High School (high), rated C+; Maroa-Forsyth Middle School (middle), rated B+. All sit in Maroa-Forsyth Community Unit School District 2. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 959 Jacobs Way, Forsyth, IL compare to other homes in Forsyth 62535?

Among the 1,361 homes in Forsyth 62535, it is worth more than 15% of them ($181,531 against a typical $287,227), its price per square foot is higher than 49% of them ($159 against a typical $160), it is bigger than 11% of them (1,141 ft² against a typical 1,668 ft²), its lot is bigger than 26% of them (0.28 ac against a typical 0.39 ac) and it is newer than 71% of them (2001 against a typical 1993). Measured against all of Macon County, it is worth more than 69% 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 959 Jacobs Way, Forsyth, IL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 959 Jacobs Way, Forsyth, IL was $4,882. The county assessed it at $70,618.

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