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$332,773$112 / 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 95How 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 $300,000 on Oct 11, 2023

4970 BIRCH AVE

ROCKFORD, IL 61114
4
Beds
3 / 2
Baths
2,970 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.
1962
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
8
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$333K
$315K low$350K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$300,000 · Oct 11, 2023
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.$47,773
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$38,218
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.84%
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.$285,000
NATIONS LENDING CORP · 7.38% 2 · recorded Feb 16, 2024

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$7,536 (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.$103,905 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$25,688
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$78,217
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$93,247
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$311,715

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.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Split Level
CountyWINNEBAGO
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(2)

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 · 0.2 mi
H
Guilford High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.6 mi
M
Eisenhower Middle SchoolD
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.3 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

4970 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.

  • Worth more than 87% of homes in Winnebago County
  • Costs less per square foot than 76% of homes in Rockford 61114
  • Bigger than 92% of homes in Winnebago County
  • Older than 95% of homes in Rockford 61114

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
$125K$584K

This home is worth more than 74% of 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$332,773
CheaperTypical $278,693Pricier

Pricier than 74% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$112
CheaperTypical $131Pricier

Pricier than 24% of homes nearby

Living area2,970 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,194 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 82% of homes nearby

Year built1962
OlderTypical 1981Newer

Newer than 5% of homes nearby

How 4970 Birch Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRockford 61114Winnebago County
Estimated valuepricier than$332,77374% of homes87% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$11224% of homes43% of homes
Living areabigger than2,970 ft²82% of homes92% of homes
Year builtnewer than19625% of homes47% of homes

About 4970 Birch Ave

How much is 4970 Birch Ave, Rockford, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 4970 Birch Ave, Rockford, IL is $332,773 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $315,263 to $350,283. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 4970 Birch Ave, Rockford, IL last sell?

4970 Birch Ave, Rockford, IL last sold on Oct 11, 2023 for $300,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 4970 Birch Ave, Rockford, IL?

4970 Birch Ave, Rockford, IL has 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms and 2,970 square feet of living space.

When was 4970 Birch Ave, Rockford, IL built?

4970 Birch Ave, Rockford, IL was built in 1962, making it 64 years old. It is a split level home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 4970 Birch Ave, Rockford, IL?

4970 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 4970 Birch Ave, Rockford, IL compare to other homes in Rockford 61114?

Among the 5,393 homes in Rockford 61114, it is worth more than 74% of them ($332,773 against a typical $278,693), its price per square foot is higher than 24% of them ($112 against a typical $131), it is bigger than 82% of them (2,970 ft² against a typical 2,194 ft²) and it is newer than 5% of them (1962 against a typical 1981). Measured against all of Winnebago County, it is worth more than 87% 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 4970 Birch Ave, Rockford, IL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 4970 Birch Ave, Rockford, IL was $7,536. The county assessed it at $103,905.

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