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$242,231$191 / 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 92How 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 $125,000 on Jan 1, 2001

97 E SYCAMORE ST

NORMAL, IL 61761
4
Beds
2
Baths
1,266 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.
0.19 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1993
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$242K
$223K low$261K 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 · Jan 1, 2001

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,182 (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.$77,714 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$13,993
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$63,721
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$77,714
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$233,142

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.42
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
18
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
75
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.
46
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
CountyMcLean
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Patio · 42 ft²

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

M
Kingsley Junior High SchoolC
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.9 mi
E
Glenn Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.1 mi
H
Normal Community West High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.1 mi

District: McLean County Unit School District 5

Neighborhood · ZIP 61761These 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.92
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.84
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.39

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.92%
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.17%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.52,083
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,572 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$68,226
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$92,005
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.52°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.38 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.56%

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How this home compares

97 E Sycamore 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.

  • Costs more per square foot than 77% of homes in McLean County
  • Smaller than 66% of homes in McLean County
  • Newer than 67% of homes in McLean County

What homes are worth in Normal 61761

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

This home
$118K$512K

This home is worth more than 44% of homes in Normal 61761.

How it measures up in Normal 61761

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Normal 61761.

Estimated value$242,231
CheaperTypical $254,435Pricier

Pricier than 44% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$191
CheaperTypical $165Pricier

Pricier than 75% of homes nearby

Living area1,266 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,498 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 35% of homes nearby

Lot size0.19 ac
SmallerTypical 0.2 acBigger

Bigger than 43% of homes nearby

Year built1993
OlderTypical 1979Newer

Newer than 65% of homes nearby

How 97 E Sycamore St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNormal 61761McLean County
Estimated valuepricier than$242,23144% of homes48% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$19175% of homes77% of homes
Living areabigger than1,266 ft²35% of homes34% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.19 ac43% of homes36% of homes
Year builtnewer than199365% of homes67% of homes

About 97 E Sycamore St

How much is 97 E Sycamore St, Normal, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 97 E Sycamore St, Normal, IL is $242,231 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $223,183 to $261,279. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 97 E Sycamore St, Normal, IL last sell?

97 E Sycamore St, Normal, IL last sold on Jan 1, 2001 for $125,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 97 E Sycamore St, Normal, IL?

97 E Sycamore St, Normal, IL has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and 1,266 square feet of living space.

When was 97 E Sycamore St, Normal, IL built?

97 E Sycamore St, Normal, IL was built in 1993, making it 33 years old.

What schools serve 97 E Sycamore St, Normal, IL?

97 E Sycamore St, Normal, IL is assigned to Kingsley Junior High School (middle), rated C; Glenn Elementary School (elementary), rated C+; Normal Community West High School (high), rated C. All sit in McLean County Unit School District 5. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 97 E Sycamore St, Normal, IL compare to other homes in Normal 61761?

Among the 12,950 homes in Normal 61761, it is worth more than 44% of them ($242,231 against a typical $254,435), its price per square foot is higher than 75% of them ($191 against a typical $165), it is bigger than 35% of them (1,266 ft² against a typical 1,498 ft²), its lot is bigger than 43% of them (0.19 ac against a typical 0.2 ac) and it is newer than 65% of them (1993 against a typical 1979). Measured against all of McLean County, it is worth more than 48% 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 97 E Sycamore St, Normal, IL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 97 E Sycamore St, Normal, IL was $5,182. The county assessed it at $77,714.

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