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$357,612$209 / 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 91How 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

978 FOREST VIEW DR

COLUMBIA, IL 62236
3
Beds
4
Baths
1,710 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.
0.31 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1986
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$358K
$325K low$390K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,696 (2024)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$108,730 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$19,010
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$89,720
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$105,662
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$326,190

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.37
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
16
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
87
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
76
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
CountyMONROE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.31
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.Central
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 · 210 ft²Patio · 210 ft²Porch · 144 ft²

Transaction History(6)

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.

H
Columbia High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.5 mi
M
Columbia Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 0.6 mi
E
Eagleview Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–1 · 1.4 mi

District: Columbia Community Unit School District 4

Neighborhood · ZIP 62236These 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.95
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.161

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.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.30%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.1%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.13,833
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.250 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$112,797
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$134,875
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.56°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.41 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

978 Forest View Dr 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.

  • Bigger than 68% of homes in Monroe County
  • Has a smaller lot than 65% of homes in Monroe County

What homes are worth in Columbia 62236

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

This home
$130K$738K

This home is worth more than 57% of homes in Columbia 62236.

How it measures up in Columbia 62236

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Columbia 62236.

Estimated value$357,612
CheaperTypical $329,161Pricier

Pricier than 57% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$209
CheaperTypical $223Pricier

Pricier than 37% of homes nearby

Living area1,710 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,528 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 64% of homes nearby

Lot size0.31 ac
SmallerTypical 0.41 acBigger

Bigger than 37% of homes nearby

Year built1986
OlderTypical 1989Newer

Newer than 45% of homes nearby

How 978 Forest View Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeColumbia 62236Monroe County
Estimated valuepricier than$357,61257% of homes64% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$20937% of homes45% of homes
Living areabigger than1,710 ft²64% of homes68% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.31 ac37% of homes35% of homes
Year builtnewer than198645% of homes46% of homes

About 978 Forest View Dr

How much is 978 Forest View Dr, Columbia, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 978 Forest View Dr, Columbia, IL is $357,612 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $324,824 to $390,400. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 978 Forest View Dr, Columbia, IL last sell?

978 Forest View Dr, Columbia, IL last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 978 Forest View Dr, Columbia, IL?

978 Forest View Dr, Columbia, IL has 3 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, 1,710 square feet of living space and a 0.31-acre lot.

When was 978 Forest View Dr, Columbia, IL built?

978 Forest View Dr, Columbia, IL was built in 1986, making it 40 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 978 Forest View Dr, Columbia, IL?

978 Forest View Dr, Columbia, IL is assigned to Columbia High School (high), rated A-; Columbia Middle School (middle), rated A-; Eagleview Elementary School (elementary). All sit in Columbia Community Unit School District 4. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 978 Forest View Dr, Columbia, IL compare to other homes in Columbia 62236?

Among the 5,216 homes in Columbia 62236, it is worth more than 57% of them ($357,612 against a typical $329,161), its price per square foot is higher than 37% of them ($209 against a typical $223), it is bigger than 64% of them (1,710 ft² against a typical 1,528 ft²), its lot is bigger than 37% of them (0.31 ac against a typical 0.41 ac) and it is newer than 45% of them (1986 against a typical 1989). Measured against all of Monroe County, it is worth more than 64% 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 978 Forest View Dr, Columbia, IL?

The 2024 property tax bill for 978 Forest View Dr, Columbia, IL was $5,696. The county assessed it at $108,730.

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