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$195,405$124 / 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 92How 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 $160,000 on Apr 4, 2024

5501 NICHOLS DR

ROCKFORD, IL 61108
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,574 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.
0.18 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1970
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

$195K
$180K low$210K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$160,000 · Apr 4, 2024
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.$40,205
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$32,164
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.79%
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.$155,200
UNITED WHOLESALE MORTGAGE · 6.98% 2 · recorded Apr 4, 2024

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,340 (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.$43,831 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$5,755
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$38,076
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$39,335
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$131,493

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.Ranch
CountyWINNEBAGO
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.18
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
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 180 ft²

Transaction History(3)

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
Gregory Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.3 mi
H
Guilford High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.5 mi
M
Eisenhower Middle SchoolD
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.5 mi

District: Rockford School District 205

Neighborhood · ZIP 61108These 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.87
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.91
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.40

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.16%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.14%
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.30,642
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,718 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$63,181
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$76,210
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.48°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.35 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

5501 Nichols Dr 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.

  • Has a smaller lot than 76% of homes in Winnebago County
  • Newer than 69% of homes in Rockford 61108

What homes are worth in Rockford 61108

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

This home
$114K$356K

This home is worth more than 59% of homes in Rockford 61108.

How it measures up in Rockford 61108

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Rockford 61108.

Estimated value$195,405
CheaperTypical $181,954Pricier

Pricier than 59% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$124
CheaperTypical $116Pricier

Pricier than 61% of homes nearby

Living area1,574 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,648 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 44% of homes nearby

Lot size0.18 ac
SmallerTypical 0.24 acBigger

Bigger than 26% of homes nearby

Year built1970
OlderTypical 1962Newer

Newer than 69% of homes nearby

How 5501 Nichols Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRockford 61108Winnebago County
Estimated valuepricier than$195,40559% of homes47% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$12461% of homes52% of homes
Living areabigger than1,574 ft²44% of homes50% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.18 ac26% of homes24% of homes
Year builtnewer than197069% of homes57% of homes

About 5501 Nichols Dr

How much is 5501 Nichols Dr, Rockford, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5501 Nichols Dr, Rockford, IL is $195,405 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $180,484 to $210,326. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5501 Nichols Dr, Rockford, IL last sell?

5501 Nichols Dr, Rockford, IL last sold on Apr 4, 2024 for $160,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 5501 Nichols Dr, Rockford, IL?

5501 Nichols Dr, Rockford, IL has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,574 square feet of living space and a 0.18-acre lot.

When was 5501 Nichols Dr, Rockford, IL built?

5501 Nichols Dr, Rockford, IL was built in 1970, making it 56 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 5501 Nichols Dr, Rockford, IL?

5501 Nichols Dr, Rockford, IL is assigned to Gregory Elementary School (elementary), rated C-; Guilford High School (high), rated D; Eisenhower 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 5501 Nichols Dr, Rockford, IL compare to other homes in Rockford 61108?

Among the 9,982 homes in Rockford 61108, it is worth more than 59% of them ($195,405 against a typical $181,954), its price per square foot is higher than 61% of them ($124 against a typical $116), it is bigger than 44% of them (1,574 ft² against a typical 1,648 ft²), its lot is bigger than 26% of them (0.18 ac against a typical 0.24 ac) and it is newer than 69% of them (1970 against a typical 1962). Measured against all of Winnebago County, it is worth more than 47% 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 5501 Nichols Dr, Rockford, IL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5501 Nichols Dr, Rockford, IL was $3,340. The county assessed it at $43,831.

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