Single Family ResidenceResidential
Last sold for $108,000 on Aug 27, 1999
1508 PRAIRIE AVE
ROCKFORD, IL 61102
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,888 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.
2 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1941
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
2
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.$108,000 · Aug 27, 1999
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.$88,000
CITIBANK NA · recorded Sep 6, 2012
Tax & Assessment
Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,068 (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.$60,737 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$5,418
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$55,319
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$54,507
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$182,211
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.37
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
26
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.
60
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.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Ranch
CountyWINNEBAGO
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, Detached
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.
MEH
RESA Middle SchoolD
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.9 mi
Lathrop Elementary SchoolD+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.9 mi
Jefferson High SchoolF
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.7 mi
District: Rockford School District 205
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.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
1508 Prairie 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 77% of homes in Rockford 61102
- Has a bigger lot than 92% of homes in Rockford 61102
- Older than 80% of homes in Winnebago County
How it measures up in Rockford 61102
The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Rockford 61102.
Living area1,888 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,399 ft²Bigger
Bigger than 77% of homes nearby
Lot size2 ac
SmallerTypical 0.24 acBigger
Bigger than 92% of homes nearby
Year built1941
OlderTypical 1949Newer
Newer than 43% of homes nearby
| Measure | This home | Rockford 61102 | Winnebago County |
|---|---|---|---|
| Living areabigger than | 1,888 ft² | 77% of homes | 67% of homes |
| Lot sizebigger than | 2 ac | 92% of homes | 92% of homes |
| Year builtnewer than | 1941 | 43% of homes | 20% of homes |
About 1508 Prairie Ave
When did 1508 Prairie Ave, Rockford, IL last sell?
1508 Prairie Ave, Rockford, IL last sold on Aug 27, 1999 for $108,000, according to the county's recorded deed.
How big is 1508 Prairie Ave, Rockford, IL?
1508 Prairie Ave, Rockford, IL has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and 1,888 square feet of living space.
When was 1508 Prairie Ave, Rockford, IL built?
1508 Prairie Ave, Rockford, IL was built in 1941, making it 85 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.
What schools serve 1508 Prairie Ave, Rockford, IL?
1508 Prairie Ave, Rockford, IL is assigned to RESA Middle School (middle), rated D; Lathrop Elementary School (elementary), rated D+; Jefferson High School (high), rated F. All sit in Rockford School District 205. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.
How does 1508 Prairie Ave, Rockford, IL compare to other homes in Rockford 61102?
Among the 5,912 homes in Rockford 61102, it is bigger than 77% of them (1,888 ft² against a typical 1,399 ft²), its lot is bigger than 92% of them (2 ac against a typical 0.24 ac) and it is newer than 43% of them (1941 against a typical 1949). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.
What are the property taxes on 1508 Prairie Ave, Rockford, IL?
The 2025 property tax bill for 1508 Prairie Ave, Rockford, IL was $4,068. The county assessed it at $60,737.
Closest homes
- 1520 Prairie Ave210 ft · 2 bd · 1 ba · 1,198 ft² · Sold $40K · Jan 2002
- 1530 Prairie Ave378 ft · 3 bd · 2 ba · 2,020 ft² · Sold Jan 1900
- 1509 Prairie Ave0.1 mi · 3 bd · 2 ba · 2,726 ft² · Sold $103K · Aug 2017
- 1511 Prairie Ave$106K0.1 mi · 2 bd · 1 ba · 863 ft² · Sold $72K · Nov 2017
- 1431 Prairie Ave$147K0.1 mi · 3 bd · 1 ba · 1,336 ft² · Sold $104K · Jun 2011
- 1517 Prairie Ave0.1 mi · 3 bd · 2 ba · 1,905 ft² · Sold Jan 1900
- 1408 Prairie Ave462 ft · 3 bd · 2.5 ba · 1,996 ft² · Sold Jan 1900
- 1608 Prairie Ave504 ft · 2 bd · 1 ba · 820 ft² · Sold $50K · Apr 2024
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