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$62,513$35 / 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 84How 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

307 N INDEPENDENCE AVE

ROCKFORD, IL 61101
4
Beds
2 / 1
Baths
1,764 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.
0.14 ac
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.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$63K
$52K low$73K high
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.$20,213
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$16,170
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.62%
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.$42,300
NORTHWEST BK/ROCKFORD · 2.75% 2 · recorded Nov 10, 2020

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,046 (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.$17,846 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$752
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$17,094
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$16,016
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$53,538

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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Bungalow
CountyWINNEBAGO
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.14
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
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(3)

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 · 0.1 mi
M
Kennedy Middle SchoolD-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.1 mi
H
Auburn High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.2 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

307 N Independence 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 97% of homes in Winnebago County
  • Among the lowest price per square foot in Winnebago County
  • Bigger than 86% of homes in West Gateway Coalition
  • Has a smaller lot than 96% of homes in Winnebago County
  • 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
$50K$337K

This home is worth more than 8% 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$62,513
CheaperTypical $100,234Pricier

Pricier than 8% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$35
CheaperTypical $81Pricier

Pricier than 2% of homes nearby

Living area1,764 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,310 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 82% of homes nearby

Lot size0.14 ac
SmallerTypical 0.18 acBigger

Bigger than 7% of homes nearby

Year built1920
OlderTypical 1950Newer

Newer than 18% of homes nearby

How 307 N Independence Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWest Gateway CoalitionRockford 61101Winnebago County
Estimated valuepricier than$62,51319% of homes8% of homes3% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$353% of homes2% of homesalmost no homes
Living areabigger than1,764 ft²86% of homes82% of homes62% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.14 ac17% of homes7% of homes4% of homes
Year builtnewer than192038% of homes18% of homes9% of homes

About 307 N Independence Ave

How much is 307 N Independence Ave, Rockford, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 307 N Independence Ave, Rockford, IL is $62,513 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $52,443 to $72,583. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 307 N Independence Ave, Rockford, IL last sell?

307 N Independence Ave, Rockford, IL last sold on Apr 8, 2015, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 307 N Independence Ave, Rockford, IL?

307 N Independence Ave, Rockford, IL has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,764 square feet of living space and a 0.14-acre lot.

When was 307 N Independence Ave, Rockford, IL built?

307 N Independence Ave, Rockford, IL was built in 1920, making it 106 years old. It is a bungalow home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 307 N Independence Ave, Rockford, IL?

307 N Independence Ave, 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 307 N Independence Ave, Rockford, IL compare to other homes in Rockford 61101?

Among the 6,665 homes in Rockford 61101, it is worth more than 8% of them ($62,513 against a typical $100,234), its price per square foot is higher than 2% of them ($35 against a typical $81), it is bigger than 82% of them (1,764 ft² against a typical 1,310 ft²), its lot is bigger than 7% of them (0.14 ac 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 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 307 N Independence Ave, Rockford, IL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 307 N Independence Ave, Rockford, IL was $1,046. The county assessed it at $17,846.

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