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$174,923$67 / 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 93How 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

3959 W LIGHTSVILLE RD

LEAF RIVER, IL 61047
0
Baths
2,600 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.
0.92 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2009
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$175K
$162K low$188K 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.$109,923
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$87,938
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.38%
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.$65,000
STILLMAN BANCCORP NA · recorded Nov 21, 2012

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,133 (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.$50,516 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$8,449
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$42,067
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$44,123
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$151,548

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.12
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
28
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
31
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.minimal

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
CountyOGLE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.92
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.

M
Forreston Jr/Sr High SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–12 · 8.4 mi
E
Forreston Grade SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades 1–5 · 8.8 mi

District: Forrestville Valley Community Unit School District 221

Neighborhood · ZIP 61047These 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.115
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 100.34

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.91%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.23%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.4.5%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.8%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.2,439
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.37 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$93,126
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$99,012
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

3959 W Lightsville Rd 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.

  • Costs less per square foot than 96% of homes in Ogle County
  • Bigger than 93% of homes in Ogle County
  • Has a bigger lot than 71% of homes in Ogle County
  • Among the newest homes in Leaf River 61047

What homes are worth in Leaf River 61047

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

This home
$66K$584K

This home is worth more than 44% of homes in Leaf River 61047.

How it measures up in Leaf River 61047

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Leaf River 61047.

Estimated value$174,923
CheaperTypical $195,815Pricier

Pricier than 44% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$67
CheaperTypical $118Pricier

Pricier than 16% of homes nearby

Living area2,600 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,700 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 87% of homes nearby

Lot size0.92 ac
SmallerTypical 1.11 acBigger

Bigger than 43% of homes nearby

Year built2009
OlderTypical 1973Newer

Newer than almost all homes nearby

How 3959 W Lightsville Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeLeaf River 61047Ogle County
Estimated valuepricier than$174,92344% of homes36% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$6716% of homes4% of homes
Living areabigger than2,600 ft²87% of homes93% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.92 ac43% of homes71% of homes
Year builtnewer than2009almost all homesalmost all homes

About 3959 W Lightsville Rd

How much is 3959 W Lightsville Rd, Leaf River, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 3959 W Lightsville Rd, Leaf River, IL is $174,923 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $161,831 to $188,015. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 3959 W Lightsville Rd, Leaf River, IL last sell?

3959 W Lightsville Rd, Leaf River, IL last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 3959 W Lightsville Rd, Leaf River, IL?

3959 W Lightsville Rd, Leaf River, IL has 2,600 square feet of living space and a 0.92-acre lot.

When was 3959 W Lightsville Rd, Leaf River, IL built?

3959 W Lightsville Rd, Leaf River, IL was built in 2009, making it 17 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 3959 W Lightsville Rd, Leaf River, IL?

3959 W Lightsville Rd, Leaf River, IL is assigned to Forreston Jr/Sr High School (middle), rated B; Forreston Grade School (elementary), rated A+. All sit in Forrestville Valley Community Unit School District 221. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 3959 W Lightsville Rd, Leaf River, IL compare to other homes in Leaf River 61047?

Among the 608 homes in Leaf River 61047, it is worth more than 44% of them ($174,923 against a typical $195,815), its price per square foot is higher than 16% of them ($67 against a typical $118), it is bigger than 87% of them (2,600 ft² against a typical 1,700 ft²), its lot is bigger than 43% of them (0.92 ac against a typical 1.11 ac) and it is newer than almost all of them (2009 against a typical 1973). Measured against all of Ogle County, it is worth more than 36% 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 3959 W Lightsville Rd, Leaf River, IL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 3959 W Lightsville Rd, Leaf River, IL was $3,133. The county assessed it at $50,516.

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