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$103,330$103 / 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 $14,200 on Mar 21, 1995

1520 CUSTER AVE

ROCKFORD, IL 61103
2
Beds
1
Baths
1,008 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.
0.11 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1939
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
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

$103K
$93K low$113K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$14,200 · Mar 21, 1995
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.$50,915
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$40,732
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.46%
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.$52,415
PRINCIPAL RESIDENTIAL MTG · R · recorded Jan 24, 2003

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$196 (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.$25,571 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$3,839
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$21,732
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$22,948
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$76,713

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.
64
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.Cape Cod
CountyWINNEBAGO
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.11
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

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Welsh Elementary SchoolD+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.2 mi
M
West Middle SchoolD
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.7 mi
H
Guilford High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.9 mi

District: Rockford School District 205

Neighborhood · ZIP 61103These 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.122
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 100.37

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.90%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.15%
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.1.3%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.23,056
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,345 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$53,596
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$71,328
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

1520 Custer 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.

  • Worth less than 86% of homes in Winnebago County
  • Costs more per square foot than 80% of homes in North End Square
  • Smaller than 90% of homes in Rockford 61103
  • Has a smaller lot than 98% of homes in Winnebago County
  • Older than 82% of homes in Winnebago County

What homes are worth in Rockford 61103

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

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$75K$480K

This home is worth more than 15% of homes in Rockford 61103.

How it measures up in Rockford 61103

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Rockford 61103.

Estimated value$103,330
CheaperTypical $136,341Pricier

Pricier than 15% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$103
CheaperTypical $91Pricier

Pricier than 69% of homes nearby

Living area1,008 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,563 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 10% of homes nearby

Lot size0.11 ac
SmallerTypical 0.17 acBigger

Bigger than 8% of homes nearby

Year built1939
OlderTypical 1940Newer

Newer than 49% of homes nearby

How 1520 Custer Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNorth End SquareRockford 61103Winnebago County
Estimated valuepricier than$103,33032% of homes15% of homes14% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$10380% of homes69% of homes35% of homes
Living areabigger than1,008 ft²18% of homes10% of homes13% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.11 ac27% of homes8% of homes2% of homes
Year builtnewer than193978% of homes49% of homes18% of homes

About 1520 Custer Ave

How much is 1520 Custer Ave, Rockford, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1520 Custer Ave, Rockford, IL is $103,330 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $93,258 to $113,402. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1520 Custer Ave, Rockford, IL last sell?

1520 Custer Ave, Rockford, IL last sold on Mar 21, 1995 for $14,200, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1520 Custer Ave, Rockford, IL?

1520 Custer Ave, Rockford, IL has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,008 square feet of living space and a 0.11-acre lot.

When was 1520 Custer Ave, Rockford, IL built?

1520 Custer Ave, Rockford, IL was built in 1939, making it 87 years old. It is a cape cod home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1520 Custer Ave, Rockford, IL?

1520 Custer Ave, Rockford, IL is assigned to Welsh Elementary School (elementary), rated D+; West Middle School (middle), rated D; Guilford 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 1520 Custer Ave, Rockford, IL compare to other homes in Rockford 61103?

Among the 7,542 homes in Rockford 61103, it is worth more than 15% of them ($103,330 against a typical $136,341), its price per square foot is higher than 69% of them ($103 against a typical $91), it is bigger than 10% of them (1,008 ft² against a typical 1,563 ft²), its lot is bigger than 8% of them (0.11 ac against a typical 0.17 ac) and it is newer than 49% of them (1939 against a typical 1940). Measured against all of Winnebago County, it is worth more than 14% 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 1520 Custer Ave, Rockford, IL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1520 Custer Ave, Rockford, IL was $196. The county assessed it at $25,571.

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