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$265,958$177 / 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 91How 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

12296 N MERIDIAN RD

ROCKFORD, IL 61102
0
Baths
1,500 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.
1 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$266K
$243K low$289K high
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.$265,958
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$212,766

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,286 (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.$69,822 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$11,299
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$58,523
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$63,199
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$209,466

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.11
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
27
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.Single Family Residence
CountyOGLE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.00
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(1)

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.

M
Byron Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 6.3 mi
H
Byron High School 9-12A
High · Grades 9–12 · 6.3 mi
E
Mary Morgan Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 6.4 mi

District: Byron Community Unit School District 226

Neighborhood · ZIP 61102These 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.129
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.89%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.8.4%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.23%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.4%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.17,742
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.531 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$49,970
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$60,941
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

12296 N Meridian Rd 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 87% of homes in Rockford 61102
  • Costs more per square foot than 97% of homes in Rockford 61102
  • Has a bigger lot than 87% of homes in Rockford 61102

What homes are worth in Rockford 61102

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

This home
$43K$426K

This home is worth more than 87% of homes in Rockford 61102.

How it measures up in Rockford 61102

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Rockford 61102.

Estimated value$265,958
CheaperTypical $92,734Pricier

Pricier than 87% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$177
CheaperTypical $75Pricier

Pricier than 97% of homes nearby

Living area1,500 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,395 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 56% of homes nearby

Lot size1 ac
SmallerTypical 0.25 acBigger

Bigger than 87% of homes nearby

How 12296 N Meridian Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRockford 61102Ogle County
Estimated valuepricier than$265,95887% of homes65% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$17797% of homes72% of homes
Living areabigger than1,500 ft²56% of homes46% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1 ac87% of homes73% of homes

About 12296 N Meridian Rd

How much is 12296 N Meridian Rd, Rockford, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 12296 N Meridian Rd, Rockford, IL is $265,958 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $243,031 to $288,885. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 12296 N Meridian Rd, Rockford, IL last sell?

12296 N Meridian Rd, Rockford, IL last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 12296 N Meridian Rd, Rockford, IL?

12296 N Meridian Rd, Rockford, IL has 1,500 square feet of living space and a 1.00-acre lot.

What schools serve 12296 N Meridian Rd, Rockford, IL?

12296 N Meridian Rd, Rockford, IL is assigned to Byron Middle School (middle), rated A; Byron High School 9-12 (high), rated A; Mary Morgan Elementary School (elementary), rated A+. All sit in Byron Community Unit School District 226. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 12296 N Meridian Rd, Rockford, IL compare to other homes in Rockford 61102?

Among the 5,912 homes in Rockford 61102, it is worth more than 87% of them ($265,958 against a typical $92,734), its price per square foot is higher than 97% of them ($177 against a typical $75), it is bigger than 56% of them (1,500 ft² against a typical 1,395 ft²) and its lot is bigger than 87% of them (1 ac against a typical 0.25 ac). Measured against all of Ogle County, it is worth more than 65% 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 12296 N Meridian Rd, Rockford, IL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 12296 N Meridian Rd, Rockford, IL was $4,286. The county assessed it at $69,822.

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