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$192,650$134 / 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 81How 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 $58,900 on Jul 2, 2019

5037 S ROCK CITY RD

GERMAN VALLEY, IL 61039
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,440 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.
4.34 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1890
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$193K
$156K low$229K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$58,900 · Jul 2, 2019

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,685 (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.$57,562 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$15,340
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$42,222
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$44,746
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$172,686

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.22 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.minimal

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 Residential
CountySTEPHENSON
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1960
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.4.34
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.No Foundation
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

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

M
Forreston Jr/Sr High SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–12 · 8.7 mi
E
Forreston Grade SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades 1–5 · 9.1 mi

District: Forrestville Valley Community Unit School District 221

Neighborhood · ZIP 61039These 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.80
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 100.30

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.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.11%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.5.6%
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.827
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.29 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$80,048
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$83,441
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

5037 S Rock City 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.

  • Among the highest price per square foot in German Valley 61039
  • Smaller than 98% of homes in German Valley 61039
  • Has a bigger lot than 92% of homes in Stephenson County
  • Older than 93% of homes in German Valley 61039

What homes are worth in German Valley 61039

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

This home
$108K$485K

This home is worth more than 51% of homes in German Valley 61039.

How it measures up in German Valley 61039

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in German Valley 61039.

Estimated value$192,650
CheaperTypical $188,779Pricier

Pricier than 51% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$134
CheaperTypical $75Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Living area1,440 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,638 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 2% of homes nearby

Lot size4.34 ac
SmallerTypical 0.46 acBigger

Bigger than 88% of homes nearby

Year built1890
OlderTypical 1962Newer

Newer than 7% of homes nearby

How 5037 S Rock City Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeGerman Valley 61039Stephenson County
Estimated valuepricier than$192,65051% of homes62% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$134almost all homes88% of homes
Living areabigger than1,440 ft²2% of homes31% of homes
Lot sizebigger than4.34 ac88% of homes92% of homes
Year builtnewer than18907% of homes11% of homes

About 5037 S Rock City Rd

How much is 5037 S Rock City Rd, German Valley, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5037 S Rock City Rd, German Valley, IL is $192,650 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $156,329 to $228,971. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5037 S Rock City Rd, German Valley, IL last sell?

5037 S Rock City Rd, German Valley, IL last sold on Jul 2, 2019 for $58,900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5037 S Rock City Rd, German Valley, IL?

5037 S Rock City Rd, German Valley, IL has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,440 square feet of living space and a 4.34-acre lot.

When was 5037 S Rock City Rd, German Valley, IL built?

5037 S Rock City Rd, German Valley, IL was built in 1890, making it 136 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 5037 S Rock City Rd, German Valley, IL?

5037 S Rock City Rd, German Valley, IL is assigned to Forreston Jr/Sr High School (middle), rated B; Forreston Grade School (elementary), rated A+. All sit in Forrestville Valley Community Unit School District 221. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5037 S Rock City Rd, German Valley, IL compare to other homes in German Valley 61039?

Among the 262 homes in German Valley 61039, it is worth more than 51% of them ($192,650 against a typical $188,779), its price per square foot is higher than almost all of them ($134 against a typical $75), it is bigger than 2% of them (1,440 ft² against a typical 2,638 ft²), its lot is bigger than 88% of them (4.34 ac against a typical 0.46 ac) and it is newer than 7% of them (1890 against a typical 1962). Measured against all of Stephenson County, it is worth more than 62% 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 5037 S Rock City Rd, German Valley, IL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5037 S Rock City Rd, German Valley, IL was $3,685. The county assessed it at $57,562.

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