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$205,086$120 / 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 95How 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 $140,000 on Oct 31, 2022

1037 JAMES AVE

ROCKFORD, IL 61107
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,707 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.
0.39 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1953
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$205K
$194K low$216K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$140,000 · Oct 31, 2022
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.$93,086
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$74,469
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.55%
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.$112,000
HOME POINT FINANCIAL CORP · 6.5% 2 · recorded Oct 31, 2022

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,114 (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.$65,917 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$12,694
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$53,223
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$59,156
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$197,751

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.0.39
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Brick
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Hot Water
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
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.

E
Bloom Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.2 mi
M
Eisenhower Middle SchoolD
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.0 mi
H
Guilford High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.7 mi

District: Rockford School District 205

Neighborhood · ZIP 61107These 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.89
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.87
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.41

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.93%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.24%
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.1.5%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.29,768
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,019 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$74,050
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$94,291
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.48°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.34 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.52%

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

1037 James 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.

  • Has a bigger lot than 72% of homes in Rockford 61107
  • Older than 69% of homes in Winnebago County

What homes are worth in Rockford 61107

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

This home
$98K$531K

This home is worth more than 42% of homes in Rockford 61107.

How it measures up in Rockford 61107

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Rockford 61107.

Estimated value$205,086
CheaperTypical $224,539Pricier

Pricier than 42% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$120
CheaperTypical $118Pricier

Pricier than 53% of homes nearby

Living area1,707 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,928 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 38% of homes nearby

Lot size0.39 ac
SmallerTypical 0.26 acBigger

Bigger than 72% of homes nearby

Year built1953
OlderTypical 1959Newer

Newer than 32% of homes nearby

How 1037 James Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRockford 61107Winnebago County
Estimated valuepricier than$205,08642% of homes51% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$12053% of homes49% of homes
Living areabigger than1,707 ft²38% of homes58% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.39 ac72% of homes66% of homes
Year builtnewer than195332% of homes31% of homes

About 1037 James Ave

How much is 1037 James Ave, Rockford, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1037 James Ave, Rockford, IL is $205,086 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $194,022 to $216,150. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1037 James Ave, Rockford, IL last sell?

1037 James Ave, Rockford, IL last sold on Oct 31, 2022 for $140,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 1037 James Ave, Rockford, IL?

1037 James Ave, Rockford, IL has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,707 square feet of living space and a 0.39-acre lot.

When was 1037 James Ave, Rockford, IL built?

1037 James Ave, Rockford, IL was built in 1953, making it 73 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1037 James Ave, Rockford, IL?

1037 James Ave, Rockford, IL is assigned to Bloom Elementary School (elementary), rated C-; Eisenhower Middle School (middle), rated D; Guilford High School (high), rated D. All sit in Rockford School District 205. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1037 James Ave, Rockford, IL compare to other homes in Rockford 61107?

Among the 11,017 homes in Rockford 61107, it is worth more than 42% of them ($205,086 against a typical $224,539), its price per square foot is higher than 53% of them ($120 against a typical $118), it is bigger than 38% of them (1,707 ft² against a typical 1,928 ft²), its lot is bigger than 72% of them (0.39 ac against a typical 0.26 ac) and it is newer than 32% of them (1953 against a typical 1959). Measured against all of Winnebago County, it is worth more than 51% 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 1037 James Ave, Rockford, IL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1037 James Ave, Rockford, IL was $5,114. The county assessed it at $65,917.

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