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Last sold for $142,000 on Mar 8, 2022

4243 SAFFORD RD

ROCKFORD, IL 61101
2
Beds
1
Baths
852 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.
0.55 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1949
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
4
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$142,000 · Mar 8, 2022

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,264 (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.$37,727 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$9,524
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$28,203
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$33,857
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$113,181

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.38
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
27
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
69
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
65
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.Ranch
CountyWINNEBAGO
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.55
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

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.

Foreclosure Filings(10)

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

H
Auburn High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.6 mi
E
McIntosh Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.7 mi
M
Kennedy Middle SchoolD-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.8 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%

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

4243 Safford 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.

  • Smaller than 94% of homes in Winnebago County
  • Has a bigger lot than 82% of homes in Rockford 61101
  • Older than 75% of homes in Winnebago County

How it measures up in Rockford 61101

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Rockford 61101.

Living area852 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,316 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 12% of homes nearby

Lot size0.55 ac
SmallerTypical 0.18 acBigger

Bigger than 82% of homes nearby

Year built1949
OlderTypical 1950Newer

Newer than 46% of homes nearby

How 4243 Safford Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRockford 61101Winnebago County
Living areabigger than852 ft²12% of homes6% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.55 ac82% of homes78% of homes
Year builtnewer than194946% of homes25% of homes

About 4243 Safford Rd

When did 4243 Safford Rd, Rockford, IL last sell?

4243 Safford Rd, Rockford, IL last sold on Mar 8, 2022 for $142,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 4243 Safford Rd, Rockford, IL?

4243 Safford Rd, Rockford, IL has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 852 square feet of living space and a 0.55-acre lot.

When was 4243 Safford Rd, Rockford, IL built?

4243 Safford Rd, Rockford, IL was built in 1949, making it 77 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 4243 Safford Rd, Rockford, IL?

4243 Safford Rd, Rockford, IL is assigned to Auburn High School (high), rated D-; McIntosh Elementary School (elementary), rated C-; Kennedy Middle School (middle), rated D-. All sit in Rockford School District 205. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 4243 Safford Rd, Rockford, IL compare to other homes in Rockford 61101?

Among the 6,663 homes in Rockford 61101, it is bigger than 12% of them (852 ft² against a typical 1,316 ft²), its lot is bigger than 82% of them (0.55 ac against a typical 0.18 ac) and it is newer than 46% of them (1949 against a typical 1950). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 4243 Safford Rd, Rockford, IL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 4243 Safford Rd, Rockford, IL was $2,264. The county assessed it at $37,727.

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