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$242,642$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 91How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026

5181 HOUSTON RD

ROCKFORD, IL 61109
3
Beds
2
Baths
2,019 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.
0.34 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1981
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$243K
$221K low$264K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,305 (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.$59,194 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$11,484
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$47,710
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$52,406
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$177,582

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.32
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
10
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
67
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
59
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
26
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
CountyWINNEBAGO
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.34
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.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
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.

H
Jefferson High SchoolF
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.4 mi
E
Arthur W. Froberg Elementary SchoolD
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.8 mi
M
Flinn Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.3 mi

District: Rockford School District 205

Neighborhood · ZIP 61109These 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.100
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.88
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.42

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.93%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.14%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.15%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.6%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.26,851
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.669 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$61,982
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$73,739
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

5181 Houston 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.

  • Worth less than 75% of homes in CMC
  • Costs more per square foot than 91% of homes in CMC
  • Smaller than 93% of homes in CMC
  • Has a smaller lot than 66% of homes in CMC
  • Newer than 75% of homes in Rockford 61109

What homes are worth in Rockford 61109

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

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$48K$395K

This home is worth more than 66% of homes in Rockford 61109.

How it measures up in Rockford 61109

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Rockford 61109.

Estimated value$242,642
CheaperTypical $194,926Pricier

Pricier than 66% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$120
CheaperTypical $91Pricier

Pricier than 76% of homes nearby

Living area2,019 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,872 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 55% of homes nearby

Lot size0.34 ac
SmallerTypical 0.3 acBigger

Bigger than 54% of homes nearby

Year built1981
OlderTypical 1969Newer

Newer than 75% of homes nearby

How 5181 Houston Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeCMCRockford 61109Winnebago County
Estimated valuepricier than$242,64225% of homes66% of homes60% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$12091% of homes76% of homes44% of homes
Living areabigger than2,019 ft²7% of homes55% of homes72% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.34 ac34% of homes54% of homes59% of homes
Year builtnewer than198147% of homes75% of homes69% of homes

About 5181 Houston Rd

How much is 5181 Houston Rd, Rockford, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5181 Houston Rd, Rockford, IL is $242,642 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $221,053 to $264,231. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5181 Houston Rd, Rockford, IL last sell?

5181 Houston Rd, Rockford, IL last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5181 Houston Rd, Rockford, IL?

5181 Houston Rd, Rockford, IL has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2,019 square feet of living space and a 0.34-acre lot.

When was 5181 Houston Rd, Rockford, IL built?

5181 Houston Rd, Rockford, IL was built in 1981, making it 45 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 5181 Houston Rd, Rockford, IL?

5181 Houston Rd, Rockford, IL is assigned to Jefferson High School (high), rated F; Arthur W. Froberg Elementary School (elementary), rated D; Flinn Middle School (middle), rated C-. All sit in Rockford School District 205. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5181 Houston Rd, Rockford, IL compare to other homes in Rockford 61109?

Among the 8,744 homes in Rockford 61109, it is worth more than 66% of them ($242,642 against a typical $194,926), its price per square foot is higher than 76% of them ($120 against a typical $91), it is bigger than 55% of them (2,019 ft² against a typical 1,872 ft²), its lot is bigger than 54% of them (0.34 ac against a typical 0.3 ac) and it is newer than 75% of them (1981 against a typical 1969). Measured against all of Winnebago County, it is worth more than 60% 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 5181 Houston Rd, Rockford, IL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5181 Houston Rd, Rockford, IL was $4,305. The county assessed it at $59,194.

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