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$154,353$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 94How 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 $89,000 on Nov 24, 2021

542 N CHICAGO AVE

ROCKFORD, IL 61107
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,282 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.
0.12 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1930
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
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

$154K
$145K low$164K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$89,000 · Nov 24, 2021

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,465 (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.$45,240 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$4,373
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$40,867
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$40,599
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$135,720

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.
13
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.Colonial
CountyWINNEBAGO
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.12
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
ViewThe type of view from the property, or another feature of the site that affects value.Alley
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 120 ft²

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.

Foreclosure Filings(1)

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

M
Lincoln Middle SchoolD
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.7 mi
E
Bloom Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.0 mi
H
East High SchoolF
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.3 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%

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How this home compares

542 N Chicago 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 less than 87% of homes in Rockford 61107
  • Costs more per square foot than 66% of homes in North Highland
  • Smaller than 87% of homes in Rockford 61107
  • Among the smallest lots in Rockford 61107
  • Older than 84% of homes in Rockford 61107

What homes are worth in Rockford 61107

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

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$102K$574K

This home is worth more than 13% 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$154,353
CheaperTypical $224,090Pricier

Pricier than 13% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$120
CheaperTypical $121Pricier

Pricier than 50% of homes nearby

Living area1,282 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,924 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 13% of homes nearby

Lot size0.12 ac
SmallerTypical 0.26 acBigger

Smaller than almost all homes nearby

Year built1930
OlderTypical 1959Newer

Newer than 16% of homes nearby

How 542 N Chicago Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNorth HighlandRockford 61107Winnebago County
Estimated valuepricier than$154,35319% of homes13% of homes32% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$12066% of homes50% of homes48% of homes
Living areabigger than1,282 ft²20% of homes13% of homes30% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.12 ac2% of homesalmost no homes2% of homes
Year builtnewer than193064% of homes16% of homes16% of homes

About 542 N Chicago Ave

How much is 542 N Chicago Ave, Rockford, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 542 N Chicago Ave, Rockford, IL is $154,353 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $144,956 to $163,750. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 542 N Chicago Ave, Rockford, IL last sell?

542 N Chicago Ave, Rockford, IL last sold on Nov 24, 2021 for $89,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 542 N Chicago Ave, Rockford, IL?

542 N Chicago Ave, Rockford, IL has 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,282 square feet of living space and a 0.12-acre lot.

When was 542 N Chicago Ave, Rockford, IL built?

542 N Chicago Ave, Rockford, IL was built in 1930, making it 96 years old. It is a colonial home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 542 N Chicago Ave, Rockford, IL?

542 N Chicago Ave, Rockford, IL is assigned to Lincoln Middle School (middle), rated D; Bloom Elementary School (elementary), rated C-; East High School (high), rated F. All sit in Rockford School District 205. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 542 N Chicago Ave, Rockford, IL compare to other homes in Rockford 61107?

Among the 11,011 homes in Rockford 61107, it is worth more than 13% of them ($154,353 against a typical $224,090), its price per square foot is higher than 50% of them ($120 against a typical $121), it is bigger than 13% of them (1,282 ft² against a typical 1,924 ft²), its lot is bigger than almost none of them (0.12 ac against a typical 0.26 ac) and it is newer than 16% of them (1930 against a typical 1959). Measured against all of Winnebago County, it is worth more than 32% 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 542 N Chicago Ave, Rockford, IL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 542 N Chicago Ave, Rockford, IL was $3,465. The county assessed it at $45,240.

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