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$88,481$120 / 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 90How 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
Last sold for $30,000 on Feb 10, 2026

479 WASHINGTON ST

ROCKFORD, IL 61104
2
Beds
1
Baths
737 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.
0.15 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1923
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.

Valuation

$88K
$79K low$98K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$30,000 · Feb 10, 2026
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.$88,481
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$70,785

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,457 (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.$20,778 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$2,631
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$18,147
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$19,014
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$62,334

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.48
98
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
13
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.
60
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
3
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.139 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.51%
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
CountyWINNEBAGO
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.15
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Gas
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(10)

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
Clark Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–1 · 0.3 mi
M
South Beloit Jr High SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 0.5 mi
H
South Beloit Sr High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.4 mi

District: South Beloit Community Unit School District 320

Neighborhood · ZIP 61104These 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.157
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 100.39

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.84%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.6.0%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.36%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.3%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.17,656
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.3,783 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$34,362
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$47,725
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.Absentee owner
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

479 Washington St 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 91% of homes in Winnebago County
  • Costs more per square foot than 93% of homes in Rockford 61104
  • Among the smallest homes in Rockford 61104
  • Has a smaller lot than 89% of homes in Winnebago County
  • Older than 90% of homes in Winnebago County

What homes are worth in Rockford 61104

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

This home
$47K$189K

This home is worth more than 37% of homes in Rockford 61104.

How it measures up in Rockford 61104

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Rockford 61104.

Estimated value$88,481
CheaperTypical $102,594Pricier

Pricier than 37% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$120
CheaperTypical $76Pricier

Pricier than 93% of homes nearby

Living area737 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,584 ft²Bigger

Smaller than almost all homes nearby

Lot size0.15 ac
SmallerTypical 0.17 acBigger

Bigger than 39% of homes nearby

Year built1923
OlderTypical 1920Newer

Newer than 55% of homes nearby

How 479 Washington St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRockford 61104Winnebago County
Estimated valuepricier than$88,48137% of homes9% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$12093% of homes49% of homes
Living areabigger than737 ft²almost no homes3% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.15 ac39% of homes11% of homes
Year builtnewer than192355% of homes10% of homes

About 479 Washington St

How much is 479 Washington St, Rockford, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 479 Washington St, Rockford, IL is $88,481 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $79,336 to $97,626. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 479 Washington St, Rockford, IL last sell?

479 Washington St, Rockford, IL last sold on Feb 10, 2026 for $30,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 479 Washington St, Rockford, IL?

479 Washington St, Rockford, IL has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 737 square feet of living space and a 0.15-acre lot.

When was 479 Washington St, Rockford, IL built?

479 Washington St, Rockford, IL was built in 1923, making it 103 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 479 Washington St, Rockford, IL?

479 Washington St, Rockford, IL is assigned to Clark Elementary School (elementary); South Beloit Jr High School (middle), rated C-; South Beloit Sr High School (high), rated B. All sit in South Beloit Community Unit School District 320. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 479 Washington St, Rockford, IL compare to other homes in Rockford 61104?

Among the 4,606 homes in Rockford 61104, it is worth more than 37% of them ($88,481 against a typical $102,594), its price per square foot is higher than 93% of them ($120 against a typical $76), it is bigger than almost none of them (737 ft² against a typical 1,584 ft²), its lot is bigger than 39% of them (0.15 ac against a typical 0.17 ac) and it is newer than 55% of them (1923 against a typical 1920). Measured against all of Winnebago County, it is worth more than 9% 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 479 Washington St, Rockford, IL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 479 Washington St, Rockford, IL was $1,457. The county assessed it at $20,778.

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