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$195,360$113 / 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 97How 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 $115,000 on Dec 10, 2020

1257 MELWOOD DR

ROCKFORD, IL 61108
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,730 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.
0.63 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1959
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
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

$195K
$189K low$202K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$115,000 · Dec 10, 2020
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.$100,421
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$80,337
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.44%
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.$94,939
J P MORGAN CHASE BANK · recorded Feb 27, 2013

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,410 (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.$67,658 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$9,955
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$57,703
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$56,579
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$202,974

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.0.63
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
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
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 384 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.

E
Cherry Valley Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 2.5 mi
H
Guilford High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.1 mi
M
Eisenhower Middle SchoolD
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 5.3 mi

District: Rockford School District 205

Neighborhood · ZIP 61108These 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.87
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.91
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.40

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.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.16%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.14%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.6%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.30,642
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,718 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$63,181
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$76,210
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%

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

1257 Melwood Dr 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 88% of homes in Rockford 61108

What homes are worth in Rockford 61108

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

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$112K$361K

This home is worth more than 59% of homes in Rockford 61108.

How it measures up in Rockford 61108

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Rockford 61108.

Estimated value$195,360
CheaperTypical $182,270Pricier

Pricier than 59% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$113
CheaperTypical $116Pricier

Pricier than 45% of homes nearby

Living area1,730 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,647 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 57% of homes nearby

Lot size0.63 ac
SmallerTypical 0.24 acBigger

Bigger than 88% of homes nearby

Year built1959
OlderTypical 1962Newer

Newer than 42% of homes nearby

How 1257 Melwood Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRockford 61108Winnebago County
Estimated valuepricier than$195,36059% of homes48% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$11345% of homes44% of homes
Living areabigger than1,730 ft²57% of homes59% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.63 ac88% of homes81% of homes
Year builtnewer than195942% of homes41% of homes

About 1257 Melwood Dr

How much is 1257 Melwood Dr, Rockford, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1257 Melwood Dr, Rockford, IL is $195,360 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $188,594 to $202,126. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1257 Melwood Dr, Rockford, IL last sell?

1257 Melwood Dr, Rockford, IL last sold on Dec 10, 2020 for $115,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1257 Melwood Dr, Rockford, IL?

1257 Melwood Dr, Rockford, IL has 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,730 square feet of living space and a 0.63-acre lot.

When was 1257 Melwood Dr, Rockford, IL built?

1257 Melwood Dr, Rockford, IL was built in 1959, making it 67 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1257 Melwood Dr, Rockford, IL?

1257 Melwood Dr, Rockford, IL is assigned to Cherry Valley Elementary School (elementary), rated B+; Guilford High School (high), rated D; Eisenhower 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 1257 Melwood Dr, Rockford, IL compare to other homes in Rockford 61108?

Among the 9,982 homes in Rockford 61108, it is worth more than 59% of them ($195,360 against a typical $182,270), its price per square foot is higher than 45% of them ($113 against a typical $116), it is bigger than 57% of them (1,730 ft² against a typical 1,647 ft²), its lot is bigger than 88% of them (0.63 ac against a typical 0.24 ac) and it is newer than 42% of them (1959 against a typical 1962). Measured against all of Winnebago County, it is worth more than 48% 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 1257 Melwood Dr, Rockford, IL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1257 Melwood Dr, Rockford, IL was $4,410. The county assessed it at $67,658.

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