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$73,394$85 / 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 93How 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 $36,900 on Aug 2, 2002

1012 N INDEPENDENCE AVE

ROCKFORD, IL 61101
3
Beds
1
Baths
864 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.
0.16 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1952
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$73K
$68K low$79K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$36,900 · Aug 2, 2002

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,148 (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.$19,000 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$1,346
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$17,654
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$17,051
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$57,000

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.33
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.
69
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
65
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
31
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.Ranch
CountyWINNEBAGO
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.16
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(5)

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
McIntosh Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.9 mi
H
Auburn High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.0 mi
M
Kennedy Middle SchoolD-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.1 mi

District: Rockford School District 205

Neighborhood · ZIP 61101These 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.131
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.86
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.88%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.9.7%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.30%
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.19,188
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.457 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$50,496
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$62,438
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.48°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.35 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.52%

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How this home compares

1012 N Independence Ave 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 95% of homes in Winnebago County
  • Costs more per square foot than 85% of homes in West Gateway Coalition
  • Smaller than 94% of homes in Winnebago County
  • Has a smaller lot than 85% of homes in Winnebago County
  • Newer than 77% of homes in West Gateway Coalition

What homes are worth in Rockford 61101

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

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$50K$336K

This home is worth more than 23% of homes in Rockford 61101.

How it measures up in Rockford 61101

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Rockford 61101.

Estimated value$73,394
CheaperTypical $102,473Pricier

Pricier than 23% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$85
CheaperTypical $84Pricier

Pricier than 52% of homes nearby

Living area864 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,310 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 14% of homes nearby

Lot size0.16 ac
SmallerTypical 0.18 acBigger

Bigger than 41% of homes nearby

Year built1952
OlderTypical 1950Newer

Newer than 55% of homes nearby

How 1012 N Independence Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWest Gateway CoalitionRockford 61101Winnebago County
Estimated valuepricier than$73,39452% of homes23% of homes5% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$8585% of homes52% of homes17% of homes
Living areabigger than864 ft²12% of homes14% of homes6% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.16 ac58% of homes41% of homes15% of homes
Year builtnewer than195277% of homes55% of homes30% of homes

About 1012 N Independence Ave

How much is 1012 N Independence Ave, Rockford, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1012 N Independence Ave, Rockford, IL is $73,394 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $68,124 to $78,664. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1012 N Independence Ave, Rockford, IL last sell?

1012 N Independence Ave, Rockford, IL last sold on Aug 2, 2002 for $36,900, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 1012 N Independence Ave, Rockford, IL?

1012 N Independence Ave, Rockford, IL has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 864 square feet of living space and a 0.16-acre lot.

When was 1012 N Independence Ave, Rockford, IL built?

1012 N Independence Ave, Rockford, IL was built in 1952, making it 74 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1012 N Independence Ave, Rockford, IL?

1012 N Independence Ave, Rockford, IL is assigned to McIntosh Elementary School (elementary), rated C-; Auburn High School (high), rated D-; Kennedy Middle School (middle), rated D-. All sit in Rockford School District 205. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1012 N Independence Ave, Rockford, IL compare to other homes in Rockford 61101?

Among the 6,663 homes in Rockford 61101, it is worth more than 23% of them ($73,394 against a typical $102,473), its price per square foot is higher than 52% of them ($85 against a typical $84), it is bigger than 14% of them (864 ft² against a typical 1,310 ft²), its lot is bigger than 41% of them (0.16 ac against a typical 0.18 ac) and it is newer than 55% of them (1952 against a typical 1950). Measured against all of Winnebago County, it is worth more than 5% 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 1012 N Independence Ave, Rockford, IL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1012 N Independence Ave, Rockford, IL was $1,148. The county assessed it at $19,000.

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