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$53,609$44 / 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 67How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026

315 N INDEPENDENCE AVE

ROCKFORD, IL 61101
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,232 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.
0.12 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1915
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
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

$54K
$36K low$71K high

Tax & Assessment

Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$13,702 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$616
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$13,086
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$12,297
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$41,106

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.0.12
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

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%

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How this home compares

315 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 98% of homes in Winnebago County
  • Among the lowest price per square foot in Winnebago County
  • Smaller than 74% of homes in Winnebago County
  • Has a smaller lot than 98% of homes in Winnebago County
  • Older than 93% 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
$48K$331K

This home is worth more than 5% 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$53,609
CheaperTypical $101,069Pricier

Pricier than 5% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$44
CheaperTypical $81Pricier

Pricier than 7% of homes nearby

Living area1,232 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,312 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 43% of homes nearby

Lot size0.12 ac
SmallerTypical 0.19 acBigger

Bigger than 3% of homes nearby

Year built1915
OlderTypical 1950Newer

Newer than 12% of homes nearby

How 315 N Independence Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWest Gateway CoalitionRockford 61101Winnebago County
Estimated valuepricier than$53,60912% of homes5% of homes2% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$4417% of homes7% of homesalmost no homes
Living areabigger than1,232 ft²43% of homes43% of homes26% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.12 ac9% of homes3% of homes2% of homes
Year builtnewer than191525% of homes12% of homes7% of homes

About 315 N Independence Ave

How much is 315 N Independence Ave, Rockford, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 315 N Independence Ave, Rockford, IL is $53,609 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $36,044 to $71,174. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 315 N Independence Ave, Rockford, IL last sell?

315 N Independence Ave, Rockford, IL last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 315 N Independence Ave, Rockford, IL?

315 N Independence Ave, Rockford, IL has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,232 square feet of living space and a 0.12-acre lot.

When was 315 N Independence Ave, Rockford, IL built?

315 N Independence Ave, Rockford, IL was built in 1915, making it 111 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 315 N Independence Ave, Rockford, IL?

315 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 315 N Independence Ave, Rockford, IL compare to other homes in Rockford 61101?

Among the 6,663 homes in Rockford 61101, it is worth more than 5% of them ($53,609 against a typical $101,069), its price per square foot is higher than 7% of them ($44 against a typical $81), it is bigger than 43% of them (1,232 ft² against a typical 1,312 ft²), its lot is bigger than 3% of them (0.12 ac against a typical 0.19 ac) and it is newer than 12% of them (1915 against a typical 1950). Measured against all of Winnebago County, it is worth more than 2% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

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