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$142,922$54 / 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 88How 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 $125,500 on Jan 13, 1999

228 S 1ST ST

ROCKFORD, IL 61104
5
Beds
1.5
Baths
2,646 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.
0.24 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.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
10
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

$143K
$126K low$160K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$125,500 · Jan 13, 1999
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.$42,922
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$34,338
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.72%
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.$100,000
ASSOCIATED BK · 5.5% 1 · recorded Mar 18, 2019

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,399 (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.$67,154 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$5,732
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$61,422
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$60,266
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$201,462

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.
62
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.Custom Design
CountyWINNEBAGO
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.24
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Brick
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
ViewThe type of view from the property, or another feature of the site that affects value.Alley/Corner

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.

M
Lincoln Middle SchoolD
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.0 mi
H
East High SchoolF
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.1 mi
E
Bloom Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 2.3 mi

District: Rockford School District 205

Neighborhood · ZIP 61104These 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.157
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.90
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.84%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.6.0%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.36%
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.17,656
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.3,783 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$34,362
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$47,725
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

228 S 1st 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 more than 85% of homes in Rockford 61104
  • Costs less per square foot than 97% of homes in Winnebago County
  • Bigger than 91% of homes in Rockford 61104
  • Has a bigger lot than 84% of homes in Rockford 61104
  • Older than 96% of homes in Winnebago County

What homes are worth in Rockford 61104

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

This home
$48K$188K

This home is worth more than 85% of homes in Rockford 61104.

How it measures up in Rockford 61104

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Rockford 61104.

Estimated value$142,922
CheaperTypical $102,417Pricier

Pricier than 85% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$54
CheaperTypical $75Pricier

Pricier than 16% of homes nearby

Living area2,646 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,584 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 91% of homes nearby

Lot size0.24 ac
SmallerTypical 0.17 acBigger

Bigger than 84% of homes nearby

Year built1900
OlderTypical 1920Newer

Newer than 26% of homes nearby

How 228 S 1st St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRockford 61104Winnebago County
Estimated valuepricier than$142,92285% of homes27% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$5416% of homes3% of homes
Living areabigger than2,646 ft²91% of homes87% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.24 ac84% of homes39% of homes
Year builtnewer than190026% of homes4% of homes

About 228 S 1st St

How much is 228 S 1st St, Rockford, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 228 S 1st St, Rockford, IL is $142,922 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $126,246 to $159,598. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 228 S 1st St, Rockford, IL last sell?

228 S 1st St, Rockford, IL last sold on Jan 13, 1999 for $125,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 228 S 1st St, Rockford, IL?

228 S 1st St, Rockford, IL has 5 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 2,646 square feet of living space and a 0.24-acre lot.

When was 228 S 1st St, Rockford, IL built?

228 S 1st St, Rockford, IL was built in 1900, making it 126 years old. It is a custom design home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 228 S 1st St, Rockford, IL?

228 S 1st St, Rockford, IL is assigned to Lincoln Middle School (middle), rated D; East High School (high), rated F; Bloom Elementary School (elementary), rated C-. All sit in Rockford School District 205. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 228 S 1st St, Rockford, IL compare to other homes in Rockford 61104?

Among the 4,606 homes in Rockford 61104, it is worth more than 85% of them ($142,922 against a typical $102,417), its price per square foot is higher than 16% of them ($54 against a typical $75), it is bigger than 91% of them (2,646 ft² against a typical 1,584 ft²), its lot is bigger than 84% of them (0.24 ac against a typical 0.17 ac) and it is newer than 26% of them (1900 against a typical 1920). Measured against all of Winnebago County, it is worth more than 27% 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 228 S 1st St, Rockford, IL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 228 S 1st St, Rockford, IL was $5,399. The county assessed it at $67,154.

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