Duplex (2 Units, Any Combination)Residential
Last sold for $85,000 on Sep 10, 2024
1228 5TH AVE
ROCKFORD, IL 61104
4
Beds
2
Baths
1,900 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.
0.26 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1900
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
9
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
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$85,000 · Sep 10, 2024
Tax & Assessment
Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,734 (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.$19,645 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$1,544
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$18,101
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$17,630
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$58,935
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.32
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.
68
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
62
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.Duplex (2 Units, Any Combination)
CountyWINNEBAGO
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.26
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
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
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Detached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 56 ft²
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.
MHE
Lincoln Middle SchoolD
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.4 mi
East High SchoolF
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.5 mi
Bloom Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 2.0 mi
District: Rockford School District 205
Neighborhood · ZIP 61104These 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.157
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.90
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.84%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.6.0%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.36%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.3%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.17,656
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.3,783 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$34,362
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$47,725
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
1228 5th 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.
- Bigger than 68% of homes in Rockford 61104
- Has a bigger lot than 90% of homes in Rockford 61104
- Older than 96% of homes in Winnebago County
How it measures up in Rockford 61104
The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Rockford 61104.
Living area1,900 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,584 ft²Bigger
Bigger than 68% of homes nearby
Lot size0.26 ac
SmallerTypical 0.17 acBigger
Bigger than 90% of homes nearby
Year built1900
OlderTypical 1920Newer
Newer than 26% of homes nearby
| Measure | This home | Midtown District | Rockford 61104 | Winnebago County |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Living areabigger than | 1,900 ft² | 58% of homes | 68% of homes | 68% of homes |
| Lot sizebigger than | 0.26 ac | 85% of homes | 90% of homes | 46% of homes |
| Year builtnewer than | 1900 | 52% of homes | 26% of homes | 4% of homes |
About 1228 5th Ave
When did 1228 5th Ave, Rockford, IL last sell?
1228 5th Ave, Rockford, IL last sold on Sep 10, 2024 for $85,000, according to the county's recorded deed.
How big is 1228 5th Ave, Rockford, IL?
1228 5th Ave, Rockford, IL has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,900 square feet of living space and a 0.26-acre lot.
When was 1228 5th Ave, Rockford, IL built?
1228 5th Ave, Rockford, IL was built in 1900, making it 126 years old. The building has 2 stories.
What schools serve 1228 5th Ave, Rockford, IL?
1228 5th Ave, Rockford, IL is assigned to Lincoln Middle School (middle), rated D; East High School (high), rated F; Bloom Elementary School (elementary), rated C-. All sit in Rockford School District 205. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.
How does 1228 5th Ave, Rockford, IL compare to other homes in Rockford 61104?
Among the 4,606 homes in Rockford 61104, it is bigger than 68% of them (1,900 ft² against a typical 1,584 ft²), its lot is bigger than 90% of them (0.26 ac against a typical 0.17 ac) and it is newer than 26% of them (1900 against a typical 1920). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.
What are the property taxes on 1228 5th Ave, Rockford, IL?
The 2025 property tax bill for 1228 5th Ave, Rockford, IL was $1,734. The county assessed it at $19,645.
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