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$227,572$142 / 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 Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $138,000 on Jan 30, 2009

1209 RUSSELL ST

NORMAL, IL 61761
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,606 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.
0.23 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1966
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$228K
$209K low$246K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$138,000 · Jan 30, 2009
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$90,025
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$72,020
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.58%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$136,090
MORTGAGE SERVICES III LLC · recorded Feb 6, 2009
2nd MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$1,457
TOWN OF NORMAL

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,472 (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.$76,441 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$14,278
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$62,163
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$76,441
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$229,323

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.39
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.
75
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.
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
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes

Transaction History(3)

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
Oakdale Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.4 mi
M
Kingsley Junior High SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.7 mi
H
Normal Community West High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.4 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%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

1209 Russell 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 less per square foot than 74% of homes in Normal 61761
  • Older than 73% of homes in Normal 61761

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
$114K$502K

This home is worth more than 37% 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$227,572
CheaperTypical $251,871Pricier

Pricier than 37% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$142
CheaperTypical $165Pricier

Pricier than 26% of homes nearby

Living area1,606 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,501 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 56% of homes nearby

Lot size0.23 ac
SmallerTypical 0.2 acBigger

Bigger than 63% of homes nearby

Year built1966
OlderTypical 1979Newer

Newer than 27% of homes nearby

How 1209 Russell St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNormal 61761McLean County
Estimated valuepricier than$227,57237% of homes43% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$14226% of homes35% of homes
Living areabigger than1,606 ft²56% of homes56% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.23 ac63% of homes49% of homes
Year builtnewer than196627% of homes37% of homes

About 1209 Russell St

How much is 1209 Russell St, Normal, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1209 Russell St, Normal, IL is $227,572 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $208,712 to $246,432. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1209 Russell St, Normal, IL last sell?

1209 Russell St, Normal, IL last sold on Jan 30, 2009 for $138,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 1209 Russell St, Normal, IL?

1209 Russell St, Normal, IL has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms and 1,606 square feet of living space.

When was 1209 Russell St, Normal, IL built?

1209 Russell St, Normal, IL was built in 1966, making it 60 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1209 Russell St, Normal, IL?

1209 Russell St, Normal, IL is assigned to Oakdale Elementary School (elementary), rated C-; Kingsley Junior High School (middle), rated C+; Normal Community West High School (high), rated B. All sit in McLean County Unit School District 5. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1209 Russell St, Normal, IL compare to other homes in Normal 61761?

Among the 12,959 homes in Normal 61761, it is worth more than 37% of them ($227,572 against a typical $251,871), its price per square foot is higher than 26% of them ($142 against a typical $165), it is bigger than 56% of them (1,606 ft² against a typical 1,501 ft²), its lot is bigger than 63% of them (0.23 ac against a typical 0.2 ac) and it is newer than 27% of them (1966 against a typical 1979). Measured against all of McLean County, it is worth more than 43% 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 1209 Russell St, Normal, IL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1209 Russell St, Normal, IL was $5,472. The county assessed it at $76,441.

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