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$87,390$80 / 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 86How 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 $22,000 on Aug 20, 2021

1516 W JEFFERSON ST

ROCKFORD, IL 61101
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,094 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.
3,485 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1920
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.

Valuation

$87K
$75K low$100K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$22,000 · Aug 20, 2021
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.$87,390
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$69,912

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,424 (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.$16,133 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$455
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$15,678
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$14,478
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$48,399

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.32
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.
68
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
63
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.0.80
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
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(8)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Foreclosure Filings(1)

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 · 0.2 mi
M
Kennedy Middle SchoolD-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.2 mi
H
Auburn High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.4 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

1516 W Jefferson 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 91% of homes in Winnebago County
  • Costs less per square foot than 84% of homes in Winnebago County
  • Smaller than 82% of homes in Winnebago County
  • Among the smallest lots in West Gateway Coalition
  • Older than 91% 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
$49K$330K

This home is worth more than 36% 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$87,390
CheaperTypical $100,092Pricier

Pricier than 36% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$80
CheaperTypical $81Pricier

Pricier than 48% of homes nearby

Living area1,094 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,313 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 31% of homes nearby

Lot size3,485 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.18 acBigger

Smaller than almost all homes nearby

Year built1920
OlderTypical 1950Newer

Newer than 18% of homes nearby

How 1516 W Jefferson St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWest Gateway CoalitionRockford 61101Winnebago County
Estimated valuepricier than$87,39066% of homes36% of homes9% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$8074% of homes48% of homes16% of homes
Living areabigger than1,094 ft²31% of homes31% of homes18% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3,485 ft²almost no homesalmost no homesalmost no homes
Year builtnewer than192038% of homes18% of homes9% of homes

About 1516 W Jefferson St

How much is 1516 W Jefferson St, Rockford, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1516 W Jefferson St, Rockford, IL is $87,390 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $74,950 to $99,830. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1516 W Jefferson St, Rockford, IL last sell?

1516 W Jefferson St, Rockford, IL last sold on Aug 20, 2021 for $22,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 1516 W Jefferson St, Rockford, IL?

1516 W Jefferson St, Rockford, IL has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,094 square feet of living space and a 0.80-acre lot.

When was 1516 W Jefferson St, Rockford, IL built?

1516 W Jefferson St, Rockford, IL was built in 1920, making it 106 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1516 W Jefferson St, Rockford, IL?

1516 W Jefferson 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 1516 W Jefferson St, Rockford, IL compare to other homes in Rockford 61101?

Among the 6,665 homes in Rockford 61101, it is worth more than 36% of them ($87,390 against a typical $100,092), its price per square foot is higher than 48% of them ($80 against a typical $81), it is bigger than 31% of them (1,094 ft² against a typical 1,313 ft²), its lot is bigger than almost none of them (3,485 ft² against a typical 0.18 ac) and it is newer than 18% of them (1920 against a typical 1950). Measured against all of Winnebago County, it is worth more than 9% 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 1516 W Jefferson St, Rockford, IL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1516 W Jefferson St, Rockford, IL was $1,424. The county assessed it at $16,133.

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