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$51,732
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 60How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jun 23, 2026
Last sold for $47,500 on Jan 31, 2025

4953 BIRCH AVE

ROCKFORD, IL 61114
0
Baths
0.54 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.

Valuation

$52K
$31K low$72K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$47,500 · Jan 31, 2025
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.$0
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$0
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.676%
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.$349,931
FORESIGHT BANK · 7.5% 2 · recorded Jul 14, 2025

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,165 (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.$16,056 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$16,056
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$14,409
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$48,168

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.35
1
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.
68
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
62
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.Residential - Vacant Land
CountyWINNEBAGO
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.54
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.

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

E
Spring Creek Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.3 mi
H
Guilford High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.7 mi
M
Eisenhower Middle SchoolD
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.2 mi

District: Rockford School District 205

Neighborhood · ZIP 61114These 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.53
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.91
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.38

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.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.25%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.7%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.4%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.15,641
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,943 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$86,141
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$113,567
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.48°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.34 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

4953 Birch 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.

  • Among the least valuable homes in Rockford 61114
  • Has a bigger lot than 77% of homes in Winnebago County

What homes are worth in Rockford 61114

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

This home
$120K$564K

This home is worth less than almost all homes in Rockford 61114.

How it measures up in Rockford 61114

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Rockford 61114.

Estimated value$51,732
CheaperTypical $278,546Pricier

Cheaper than almost all homes nearby

Lot size0.54 ac
SmallerTypical 0.33 acBigger

Bigger than 74% of homes nearby

How 4953 Birch Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRockford 61114Winnebago County
Estimated valuepricier than$51,732almost no homesalmost no homes
Lot sizebigger than0.54 ac74% of homes77% of homes

About 4953 Birch Ave

How much is 4953 Birch Ave, Rockford, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 4953 Birch Ave, Rockford, IL is $51,732 as of Jun 23, 2026. The likely range is $31,039 to $72,424. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 4953 Birch Ave, Rockford, IL last sell?

4953 Birch Ave, Rockford, IL last sold on Jan 31, 2025 for $47,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

What schools serve 4953 Birch Ave, Rockford, IL?

4953 Birch Ave, Rockford, IL is assigned to Spring Creek Elementary School (elementary), rated C-; Guilford High School (high), rated D; Eisenhower 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 4953 Birch Ave, Rockford, IL compare to other homes in Rockford 61114?

Among the 5,393 homes in Rockford 61114, it is worth more than almost none of them ($51,732 against a typical $278,546) and its lot is bigger than 74% of them (0.54 ac against a typical 0.33 ac). Measured against all of Winnebago County, it is worth more than almost no 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 4953 Birch Ave, Rockford, IL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 4953 Birch Ave, Rockford, IL was $1,165. The county assessed it at $16,056.

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