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$426,643$292 / 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 87How 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 $250,000 on Mar 14, 2007

10550 N IL ROUTE 26

FORRESTON, IL 61030
0
Baths
1,459 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.
80 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1962
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.

Valuation

$427K
$372K low$481K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$250,000 · Mar 14, 2007
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.$0
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$0
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.134%
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.$474,000
STATE BANK · recorded Jan 25, 2012

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$8,640 (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.$120,768 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$67,350
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$53,418
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$114,298
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$280,038

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.6
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.
31
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.minimal

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Rural Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Ranch
CountyOGLE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.80.00
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
Forreston Grade SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades 1–5 · 4.0 mi
M
Forreston Jr/Sr High SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–12 · 4.1 mi

District: Forrestville Valley Community Unit School District 221

Neighborhood · ZIP 61030These 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.106
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 100.35

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.12%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.3%
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.1,872
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.31 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$71,666
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$81,079
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.48°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.36 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.Absentee owner
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

10550 N Il Route 26 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 more than 96% of homes in Forreston 61030
  • Among the highest price per square foot in Forreston 61030
  • Among the largest lots in Ogle County
  • Newer than 66% of homes in Forreston 61030

What homes are worth in Forreston 61030

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

This home
$74K$470K

This home is worth more than 96% of homes in Forreston 61030.

How it measures up in Forreston 61030

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Forreston 61030.

Estimated value$426,643
CheaperTypical $170,574Pricier

Pricier than 96% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$292
CheaperTypical $118Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Living area1,459 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,554 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 41% of homes nearby

Lot size80 ac
SmallerTypical 0.31 acBigger

Bigger than 97% of homes nearby

Year built1962
OlderTypical 1948Newer

Newer than 66% of homes nearby

How 10550 N Il Route 26 ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeForreston 61030Ogle County
Estimated valuepricier than$426,64396% of homes93% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$292almost all homes98% of homes
Living areabigger than1,459 ft²41% of homes42% of homes
Lot sizebigger than80 ac97% of homesalmost all homes
Year builtnewer than196266% of homes38% of homes

About 10550 N Il Route 26

How much is 10550 N Il Route 26, Forreston, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 10550 N Il Route 26, Forreston, IL is $426,643 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $372,184 to $481,102. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 10550 N Il Route 26, Forreston, IL last sell?

10550 N Il Route 26, Forreston, IL last sold on Mar 14, 2007 for $250,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 10550 N Il Route 26, Forreston, IL?

10550 N Il Route 26, Forreston, IL has 1,459 square feet of living space and a 80.00-acre lot.

When was 10550 N Il Route 26, Forreston, IL built?

10550 N Il Route 26, Forreston, IL was built in 1962, making it 64 years old. It is a ranch home.

What schools serve 10550 N Il Route 26, Forreston, IL?

10550 N Il Route 26, Forreston, IL is assigned to Forreston Grade School (elementary), rated A+; Forreston Jr/Sr High School (middle), rated B. All sit in Forrestville Valley Community Unit School District 221. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 10550 N Il Route 26, Forreston, IL compare to other homes in Forreston 61030?

Among the 791 homes in Forreston 61030, it is worth more than 96% of them ($426,643 against a typical $170,574), its price per square foot is higher than almost all of them ($292 against a typical $118), it is bigger than 41% of them (1,459 ft² against a typical 1,554 ft²), its lot is bigger than 97% of them (80 ac against a typical 0.31 ac) and it is newer than 66% of them (1962 against a typical 1948). Measured against all of Ogle County, it is worth more than 93% 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 10550 N Il Route 26, Forreston, IL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 10550 N Il Route 26, Forreston, IL was $8,640. The county assessed it at $120,768.

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