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$185,022$116 / 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 Sep 24, 2026

5527 FOREST HILLS RD

ROCKFORD, IL 61114
2
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,597 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.
1952
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

$185K
$170K low$200K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,623 (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.$54,494 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$18,210
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$36,284
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$48,904
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$163,482

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.
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.Ranch
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
ViewThe type of view from the property, or another feature of the site that affects value.Traffic

Transaction History(4)

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(4)

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

E
Carlson Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.5 mi
M
Eisenhower Middle SchoolD
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.1 mi
H
Guilford High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.0 mi

District: Rockford School District 205

Neighborhood · ZIP 61114These 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.53
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 100.38

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.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.25%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.7%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.4%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.15,641
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,943 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$86,141
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$113,567
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

5527 Forest Hills 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 94% of homes in Rockford 61114
  • Costs less per square foot than 84% of homes in Forest Hills View
  • Smaller than 79% of homes in Rockford 61114
  • Among the oldest homes in Rockford 61114

What homes are worth in Rockford 61114

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

This home
$135K$637K

This home is worth more than 6% of homes in Rockford 61114.

How it measures up in Rockford 61114

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Rockford 61114.

Estimated value$185,022
CheaperTypical $302,868Pricier

Pricier than 6% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$116
CheaperTypical $141Pricier

Pricier than 17% of homes nearby

Living area1,597 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,194 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 21% of homes nearby

Year built1952
OlderTypical 1981Newer

Older than almost all homes nearby

How 5527 Forest Hills Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeForest Hills ViewRockford 61114Winnebago County
Estimated valuepricier than$185,02214% of homes6% of homes40% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$11616% of homes17% of homes40% of homes
Living areabigger than1,597 ft²46% of homes21% of homes52% of homes
Year builtnewer than19522% of homesalmost no homes30% of homes

About 5527 Forest Hills Rd

How much is 5527 Forest Hills Rd, Rockford, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5527 Forest Hills Rd, Rockford, IL is $185,022 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $169,995 to $200,049. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5527 Forest Hills Rd, Rockford, IL last sell?

5527 Forest Hills Rd, Rockford, IL last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 5527 Forest Hills Rd, Rockford, IL?

5527 Forest Hills Rd, Rockford, IL has 2 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms and 1,597 square feet of living space.

When was 5527 Forest Hills Rd, Rockford, IL built?

5527 Forest Hills Rd, Rockford, IL was built in 1952, making it 74 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 5527 Forest Hills Rd, Rockford, IL?

5527 Forest Hills Rd, Rockford, IL is assigned to Carlson Elementary School (elementary), rated C; Eisenhower Middle School (middle), rated D; Guilford High School (high), rated D. All sit in Rockford School District 205. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5527 Forest Hills Rd, Rockford, IL compare to other homes in Rockford 61114?

Among the 5,392 homes in Rockford 61114, it is worth more than 6% of them ($185,022 against a typical $302,868), its price per square foot is higher than 17% of them ($116 against a typical $141), it is bigger than 21% of them (1,597 ft² against a typical 2,194 ft²) and it is newer than almost none of them (1952 against a typical 1981). Measured against all of Winnebago County, it is worth more than 40% 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 5527 Forest Hills Rd, Rockford, IL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5527 Forest Hills Rd, Rockford, IL was $4,623. The county assessed it at $54,494.

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