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$226,107$96 / 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 93How 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 $173,000 on Feb 22, 2023

525 JAMES AVE

ROCKFORD, IL 61107
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
2,359 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.
1940
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
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

$226K
$209K low$243K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$173,000 · Feb 22, 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.$123,107
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$98,486
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.45%
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.$103,000
BYRON BANK · 7.63% 2 · recorded Feb 22, 2023

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,350 (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.$71,599 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$11,695
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$59,904
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$64,254
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$214,797

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.
1
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.
61
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.Colonial
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.Asphalt
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
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

Transaction History(1)

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
Johnson Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.8 mi
H
East High SchoolF
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.1 mi
M
Lincoln Middle SchoolD
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.1 mi

District: Rockford School District 205

Neighborhood · ZIP 61107These 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.89
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 100.41

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.24%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.11%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.5%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.29,768
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,019 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$74,050
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$94,291
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

525 James 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 90% of homes in North Highland
  • Costs less per square foot than 83% of homes in Rockford 61107
  • Bigger than 87% of homes in North Highland
  • Newer than 81% of homes in North Highland

What homes are worth in Rockford 61107

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

This home
$100K$552K

This home is worth more than 51% of homes in Rockford 61107.

How it measures up in Rockford 61107

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Rockford 61107.

Estimated value$226,107
CheaperTypical $224,591Pricier

Pricier than 51% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$96
CheaperTypical $118Pricier

Pricier than 17% of homes nearby

Living area2,359 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,929 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 70% of homes nearby

Year built1940
OlderTypical 1959Newer

Newer than 20% of homes nearby

How 525 James Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNorth HighlandRockford 61107Winnebago County
Estimated valuepricier than$226,10790% of homes51% of homes57% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$9630% of homes17% of homes29% of homes
Living areabigger than2,359 ft²87% of homes70% of homes82% of homes
Year builtnewer than194081% of homes20% of homes20% of homes

About 525 James Ave

How much is 525 James Ave, Rockford, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 525 James Ave, Rockford, IL is $226,107 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $209,357 to $242,857. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 525 James Ave, Rockford, IL last sell?

525 James Ave, Rockford, IL last sold on Feb 22, 2023 for $173,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 525 James Ave, Rockford, IL?

525 James Ave, Rockford, IL has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms and 2,359 square feet of living space.

When was 525 James Ave, Rockford, IL built?

525 James Ave, Rockford, IL was built in 1940, making it 86 years old. It is a colonial home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 525 James Ave, Rockford, IL?

525 James Ave, Rockford, IL is assigned to Johnson Elementary School (elementary), rated C; East High School (high), rated F; Lincoln 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 525 James Ave, Rockford, IL compare to other homes in Rockford 61107?

Among the 11,017 homes in Rockford 61107, it is worth more than 51% of them ($226,107 against a typical $224,591), its price per square foot is higher than 17% of them ($96 against a typical $118), it is bigger than 70% of them (2,359 ft² against a typical 1,929 ft²) and it is newer than 20% of them (1940 against a typical 1959). Measured against all of Winnebago County, it is worth more than 57% 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 525 James Ave, Rockford, IL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 525 James Ave, Rockford, IL was $5,350. The county assessed it at $71,599.

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