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$133,579$106 / 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 87How 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
Last sold for $300 on Sep 5, 2024

409 N WALNUT AVE

FORRESTON, IL 61030
0
Baths
1,262 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.
0.3 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.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$134K
$116K low$151K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$300 · Sep 5, 2024

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,739 (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.$39,710 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$4,501
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$35,209
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$35,287
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$119,130

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.20
55
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
16
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.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.18 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
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.1 percent flood zone

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.0.30
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(6)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Foreclosure Filings(1)

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

E
Forreston Grade SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades 1–5 · 0.5 mi
M
Forreston Jr/Sr High SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–12 · 0.5 mi

District: Forrestville Valley Community Unit School District 221

Neighborhood · ZIP 61030These 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.106
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.87
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.35

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.92%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.12%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.3%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.5%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.1,872
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.31 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$71,666
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$81,079
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%

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How this home compares

409 N Walnut 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 81% of homes in Ogle County
  • Costs less per square foot than 78% of homes in Ogle County
  • Smaller than 74% of homes in Forreston 61030
  • Older than 95% of homes in Ogle County

What homes are worth in Forreston 61030

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

This home
$73K$446K

This home is worth more than 31% of homes in Forreston 61030.

How it measures up in Forreston 61030

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Forreston 61030.

Estimated value$133,579
CheaperTypical $166,188Pricier

Pricier than 31% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$106
CheaperTypical $112Pricier

Pricier than 45% of homes nearby

Living area1,262 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,550 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 26% of homes nearby

Lot size0.3 ac
SmallerTypical 0.31 acBigger

Bigger than 48% of homes nearby

Year built1900
OlderTypical 1949Newer

Newer than 13% of homes nearby

How 409 N Walnut Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeForreston 61030Ogle County
Estimated valuepricier than$133,57931% of homes19% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$10645% of homes22% of homes
Living areabigger than1,262 ft²26% of homes27% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.3 ac48% of homes40% of homes
Year builtnewer than190013% of homes5% of homes

About 409 N Walnut Ave

How much is 409 N Walnut Ave, Forreston, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 409 N Walnut Ave, Forreston, IL is $133,579 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $115,661 to $151,497. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 409 N Walnut Ave, Forreston, IL last sell?

409 N Walnut Ave, Forreston, IL last sold on Sep 5, 2024 for $300, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 5 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 409 N Walnut Ave, Forreston, IL?

409 N Walnut Ave, Forreston, IL has 1,262 square feet of living space and a 0.30-acre lot.

When was 409 N Walnut Ave, Forreston, IL built?

409 N Walnut Ave, Forreston, IL was built in 1900, making it 126 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 409 N Walnut Ave, Forreston, IL?

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

How does 409 N Walnut Ave, Forreston, IL compare to other homes in Forreston 61030?

Among the 791 homes in Forreston 61030, it is worth more than 31% of them ($133,579 against a typical $166,188), its price per square foot is higher than 45% of them ($106 against a typical $112), it is bigger than 26% of them (1,262 ft² against a typical 1,550 ft²), its lot is bigger than 48% of them (0.3 ac against a typical 0.31 ac) and it is newer than 13% of them (1900 against a typical 1949). Measured against all of Ogle County, it is worth more than 19% 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 409 N Walnut Ave, Forreston, IL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 409 N Walnut Ave, Forreston, IL was $2,739. The county assessed it at $39,710.

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