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$239,085$137 / 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 69How 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

979 UNIVERSITY DR

EDWARDSVILLE, IL 62025
5
Beds
2
Baths
1,742 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.
0.2 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1975
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
8
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$239K
$166K low$312K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,143 (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.$83,510 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$12,810
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$70,700
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$78,180
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$250,530

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.
30
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.
64
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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Conventional
CountyMADISON
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1985
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.20
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, Attached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(2)

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
Edwardsville High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.7 mi
M
Lincoln Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.8 mi
E
N.O. Nelson Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–2 · 1.3 mi

District: Edwardsville Community Unit School District 7

Neighborhood · ZIP 62025These 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.79
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.99
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.140

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.33%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.11%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.34,059
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.319 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$101,069
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$127,787
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.55°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

979 University 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.

  • Worth less than 68% of homes in Edwardsville 62025
  • Costs less per square foot than 94% of homes in Edwardsville 62025
  • Bigger than 87% of homes in Madison County
  • Has a smaller lot than 76% of homes in Edwardsville 62025

What homes are worth in Edwardsville 62025

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

This home
$107K$855K

This home is worth more than 32% of homes in Edwardsville 62025.

How it measures up in Edwardsville 62025

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Edwardsville 62025.

Estimated value$239,085
CheaperTypical $306,578Pricier

Pricier than 32% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$137
CheaperTypical $230Pricier

Pricier than 6% of homes nearby

Living area1,742 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,232 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 80% of homes nearby

Lot size0.2 ac
SmallerTypical 0.31 acBigger

Bigger than 24% of homes nearby

Year built1975
OlderTypical 1984Newer

Newer than 45% of homes nearby

How 979 University Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeEdwardsville 62025Madison County
Estimated valuepricier than$239,08532% of homes64% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$1376% of homes40% of homes
Living areabigger than1,742 ft²80% of homes87% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.2 ac24% of homes36% of homes
Year builtnewer than197545% of homes62% of homes

About 979 University Dr

How much is 979 University Dr, Edwardsville, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 979 University Dr, Edwardsville, IL is $239,085 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $166,086 to $312,084. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 979 University Dr, Edwardsville, IL last sell?

979 University Dr, Edwardsville, IL last sold on Mar 28, 2025, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 979 University Dr, Edwardsville, IL?

979 University Dr, Edwardsville, IL has 5 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,742 square feet of living space and a 0.20-acre lot.

When was 979 University Dr, Edwardsville, IL built?

979 University Dr, Edwardsville, IL was built in 1975, making it 51 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 979 University Dr, Edwardsville, IL?

979 University Dr, Edwardsville, IL is assigned to Edwardsville High School (high), rated B; Lincoln Middle School (middle), rated B-; N.O. Nelson Elementary School (elementary). All sit in Edwardsville Community Unit School District 7. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 979 University Dr, Edwardsville, IL compare to other homes in Edwardsville 62025?

Among the 11,828 homes in Edwardsville 62025, it is worth more than 32% of them ($239,085 against a typical $306,578), its price per square foot is higher than 6% of them ($137 against a typical $230), it is bigger than 80% of them (1,742 ft² against a typical 1,232 ft²), its lot is bigger than 24% of them (0.2 ac against a typical 0.31 ac) and it is newer than 45% of them (1975 against a typical 1984). Measured against all of Madison 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 979 University Dr, Edwardsville, IL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 979 University Dr, Edwardsville, IL was $5,143. The county assessed it at $83,510.

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