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$65,000$43 / 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 90How 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 $10,000 on May 28, 2002

1509 SCHOOL ST

ROCKFORD, IL 61101
4
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,512 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.
0.19 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.
7
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

$65K
$58K low$72K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$10,000 · May 28, 2002
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.$0
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$0
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.168%
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.$29,250
GERMAN AMERICAN STATE BANK · E · recorded May 12, 2003
2nd 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.$80,250
GERMAN AMERICAN STATE BANK

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$561 (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.$12,350 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$915
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$11,435
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$11,083
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$37,050

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.33
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.
69
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
65
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
CountyWINNEBAGO
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.19
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
ViewThe type of view from the property, or another feature of the site that affects value.Alley

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
Lewis Lemon Elementary SchoolD-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.3 mi
M
Kennedy Middle SchoolD-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.2 mi
H
Auburn High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.3 mi

District: Rockford School District 205

Neighborhood · ZIP 61101These 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.131
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.86
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.88%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.9.7%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.30%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.19,188
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.457 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$50,496
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$62,438
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

1509 School St 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 less than 97% of homes in Winnebago County
  • Among the lowest price per square foot in Winnebago County
  • Bigger than 70% of homes in West Gateway Coalition
  • Has a smaller lot than 75% of homes in Winnebago County
  • Older than 96% of homes in Winnebago County

What homes are worth in Rockford 61101

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

This home
$52K$344K

This home is worth more than 10% of homes in Rockford 61101.

How it measures up in Rockford 61101

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Rockford 61101.

Estimated value$65,000
CheaperTypical $100,455Pricier

Pricier than 10% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$43
CheaperTypical $81Pricier

Pricier than 4% of homes nearby

Living area1,512 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,318 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 67% of homes nearby

Lot size0.19 ac
SmallerTypical 0.19 acBigger

Bigger than 50% of homes nearby

Year built1900
OlderTypical 1950Newer

Newer than 9% of homes nearby

How 1509 School St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWest Gateway CoalitionRockford 61101Winnebago County
Estimated valuepricier than$65,00024% of homes10% of homes3% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$4310% of homes4% of homesalmost no homes
Living areabigger than1,512 ft²70% of homes67% of homes47% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.19 ac72% of homes50% of homes25% of homes
Year builtnewer than190018% of homes9% of homes4% of homes

About 1509 School St

How much is 1509 School St, Rockford, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1509 School St, Rockford, IL is $65,000 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $58,352 to $71,648. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1509 School St, Rockford, IL last sell?

1509 School St, Rockford, IL last sold on May 28, 2002 for $10,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1509 School St, Rockford, IL?

1509 School St, Rockford, IL has 4 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,512 square feet of living space and a 0.19-acre lot.

When was 1509 School St, Rockford, IL built?

1509 School St, Rockford, IL was built in 1900, making it 126 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 1509 School St, Rockford, IL?

1509 School St, Rockford, IL is assigned to Lewis Lemon Elementary School (elementary), rated D-; Kennedy Middle School (middle), rated D-; Auburn High School (high), rated D-. All sit in Rockford School District 205. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1509 School St, Rockford, IL compare to other homes in Rockford 61101?

Among the 6,665 homes in Rockford 61101, it is worth more than 10% of them ($65,000 against a typical $100,455), its price per square foot is higher than 4% of them ($43 against a typical $81), it is bigger than 67% of them (1,512 ft² against a typical 1,318 ft²), its lot is bigger than 50% of them (0.19 ac against a typical 0.19 ac) and it is newer than 9% of them (1900 against a typical 1950). Measured against all of Winnebago County, it is worth more than 3% 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 1509 School St, Rockford, IL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1509 School St, Rockford, IL was $561. The county assessed it at $12,350.

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