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$146,563$126 / 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 Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $50,000 on Apr 20, 1995

542 WASHINGTON ST

ROCKFORD, IL 61104
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,167 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.
0.1 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1935
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
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

$147K
$133K low$160K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$50,000 · Apr 20, 1995
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.$50,063
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$40,050
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.64%
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.$49,500
BANC ONE MORTGAGE CORP · recorded Jul 2, 1997
2nd 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.$37,000
ASSOCIATED BANK
3rd 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.$10,000

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,933 (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.$27,896 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$3,960
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$23,936
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$25,035
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$83,688

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.42
53
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.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.12 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.34%
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.0.2 percent flood zone

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.Bungalow
CountyWINNEBAGO
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.10
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
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

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 · 0.5 mi
H
East High SchoolF
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.7 mi
E
Johnson Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.5 mi

District: Rockford School District 205

Neighborhood · ZIP 61104These 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.157
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.90
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.39

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.84%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.6.0%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.36%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.3%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.17,656
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.3,783 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$34,362
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$47,725
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%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
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

542 Washington St 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 86% of homes in Rockford 61104
  • Costs more per square foot than 95% of homes in Rockford 61104
  • Smaller than 91% of homes in Highland Area
  • Among the smallest lots in Winnebago County
  • Newer than 85% of homes in Rockford 61104

What homes are worth in Rockford 61104

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

This home
$49K$194K

This home is worth more than 86% of homes in Rockford 61104.

How it measures up in Rockford 61104

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Rockford 61104.

Estimated value$146,563
CheaperTypical $102,900Pricier

Pricier than 86% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$126
CheaperTypical $75Pricier

Pricier than 95% of homes nearby

Living area1,167 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,584 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 19% of homes nearby

Lot size0.1 ac
SmallerTypical 0.17 acBigger

Bigger than 4% of homes nearby

Year built1935
OlderTypical 1920Newer

Newer than 85% of homes nearby

How 542 Washington St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeHighland AreaRockford 61104Winnebago County
Estimated valuepricier than$146,56345% of homes86% of homes28% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$12690% of homes95% of homes53% of homes
Living areabigger than1,167 ft²9% of homes19% of homes22% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.1 ac5% of homes4% of homesalmost no homes
Year builtnewer than193578% of homes85% of homes17% of homes

About 542 Washington St

How much is 542 Washington St, Rockford, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 542 Washington St, Rockford, IL is $146,563 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $133,117 to $160,009. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 542 Washington St, Rockford, IL last sell?

542 Washington St, Rockford, IL last sold on Apr 20, 1995 for $50,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 542 Washington St, Rockford, IL?

542 Washington St, Rockford, IL has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,167 square feet of living space and a 0.10-acre lot.

When was 542 Washington St, Rockford, IL built?

542 Washington St, Rockford, IL was built in 1935, making it 91 years old. It is a bungalow home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 542 Washington St, Rockford, IL?

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

How does 542 Washington St, Rockford, IL compare to other homes in Rockford 61104?

Among the 4,606 homes in Rockford 61104, it is worth more than 86% of them ($146,563 against a typical $102,900), its price per square foot is higher than 95% of them ($126 against a typical $75), it is bigger than 19% of them (1,167 ft² against a typical 1,584 ft²), its lot is bigger than 4% of them (0.1 ac against a typical 0.17 ac) and it is newer than 85% of them (1935 against a typical 1920). Measured against all of Winnebago County, it is worth more than 28% 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 Washington St, Rockford, IL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 542 Washington St, Rockford, IL was $1,933. The county assessed it at $27,896.

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