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$261,599$153 / 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 94How 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 $154,000 on May 17, 2018

13040 W IL ROUTE 26 72

FORRESTON, IL 61030
0
Baths
1,708 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.
4.78 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1930
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$262K
$245K low$278K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$154,000 · May 17, 2018
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.$114,599
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$91,679
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.60%
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.$147,000
MIDWEST COMMUNITY BANK · recorded Sep 30, 2019

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,099 (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.$63,298 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$14,834
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$48,464
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$57,624
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$189,894

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.22
62
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
20
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.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.26 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
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.4.78
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(3)

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
Forreston Jr/Sr High SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–12 · 1.5 mi
E
Forreston Grade SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades 1–5 · 1.5 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.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

13040 W Il Route 26 72 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 82% of homes in Forreston 61030
  • Costs more per square foot than 73% of homes in Forreston 61030
  • Bigger than 66% of homes in Forreston 61030
  • Has a bigger lot than 89% of homes in Ogle County
  • Older than 82% of homes in Ogle County

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
$72K$445K

This home is worth more than 82% 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$261,599
CheaperTypical $169,638Pricier

Pricier than 82% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$153
CheaperTypical $119Pricier

Pricier than 73% of homes nearby

Living area1,708 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,552 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 66% of homes nearby

Lot size4.78 ac
SmallerTypical 0.31 acBigger

Bigger than 87% of homes nearby

Year built1930
OlderTypical 1949Newer

Newer than 39% of homes nearby

How 13040 W Il Route 26 72 ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeForreston 61030Ogle County
Estimated valuepricier than$261,59982% of homes63% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$15373% of homes57% of homes
Living areabigger than1,708 ft²66% of homes60% of homes
Lot sizebigger than4.78 ac87% of homes89% of homes
Year builtnewer than193039% of homes18% of homes

About 13040 W Il Route 26 72

How much is 13040 W Il Route 26 72, Forreston, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 13040 W Il Route 26 72, Forreston, IL is $261,599 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $245,219 to $277,979. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 13040 W Il Route 26 72, Forreston, IL last sell?

13040 W Il Route 26 72, Forreston, IL last sold on May 17, 2018 for $154,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 13040 W Il Route 26 72, Forreston, IL?

13040 W Il Route 26 72, Forreston, IL has 1,708 square feet of living space and a 4.78-acre lot.

When was 13040 W Il Route 26 72, Forreston, IL built?

13040 W Il Route 26 72, Forreston, IL was built in 1930, making it 96 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 13040 W Il Route 26 72, Forreston, IL?

13040 W Il Route 26 72, Forreston, IL is assigned to Forreston Jr/Sr High School (middle), rated B; Forreston Grade School (elementary), rated A+. All sit in Forrestville Valley Community Unit School District 221. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 13040 W Il Route 26 72, Forreston, IL compare to other homes in Forreston 61030?

Among the 791 homes in Forreston 61030, it is worth more than 82% of them ($261,599 against a typical $169,638), its price per square foot is higher than 73% of them ($153 against a typical $119), it is bigger than 66% of them (1,708 ft² against a typical 1,552 ft²), its lot is bigger than 87% of them (4.78 ac against a typical 0.31 ac) and it is newer than 39% of them (1930 against a typical 1949). Measured against all of Ogle County, it is worth more than 63% 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 13040 W Il Route 26 72, Forreston, IL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 13040 W Il Route 26 72, Forreston, IL was $4,099. The county assessed it at $63,298.

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