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$248,226$160 / 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 84How 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
Last sold for $23,000 on Aug 18, 2023

5581 MONTAGUE RD

ROCKFORD, IL 61102
4
Beds
1
Baths
1,554 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.
4.05 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1910
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$248K
$207K low$289K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$23,000 · Aug 18, 2023

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,704 (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.$70,845 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$20,767
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$50,078
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$63,578
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$212,535

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.37
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
24
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
CountyWINNEBAGO
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 · 72 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.

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

E
Dorothy Simon Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–2 · 5.1 mi
H
Winnebago High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 5.1 mi
M
Winnebago Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 5.2 mi

District: Winnebago Community Unit School District 323

Neighborhood · ZIP 61102These 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.129
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.89%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.8.4%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.23%
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.17,742
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.531 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$49,970
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$60,941
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%

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How this home compares

5581 Montague 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 more than 82% of homes in Rockford 61102
  • Costs more per square foot than 90% of homes in Rockford 61102
  • Has a bigger lot than 95% of homes in Winnebago County
  • Older than 94% of homes in Winnebago County

What homes are worth in Rockford 61102

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

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$38K$441K

This home is worth more than 82% of homes in Rockford 61102.

How it measures up in Rockford 61102

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Rockford 61102.

Estimated value$248,226
CheaperTypical $100,836Pricier

Pricier than 82% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$160
CheaperTypical $80Pricier

Pricier than 90% of homes nearby

Living area1,554 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,399 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 62% of homes nearby

Lot size4.05 ac
SmallerTypical 0.25 acBigger

Bigger than 94% of homes nearby

Year built1910
OlderTypical 1949Newer

Newer than 14% of homes nearby

How 5581 Montague Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRockford 61102Winnebago County
Estimated valuepricier than$248,22682% of homes61% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$16090% of homes69% of homes
Living areabigger than1,554 ft²62% of homes49% of homes
Lot sizebigger than4.05 ac94% of homes95% of homes
Year builtnewer than191014% of homes6% of homes

About 5581 Montague Rd

How much is 5581 Montague Rd, Rockford, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5581 Montague Rd, Rockford, IL is $248,226 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $207,312 to $289,140. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5581 Montague Rd, Rockford, IL last sell?

5581 Montague Rd, Rockford, IL last sold on Aug 18, 2023 for $23,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5581 Montague Rd, Rockford, IL?

5581 Montague Rd, Rockford, IL has 4 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms and 1,554 square feet of living space.

When was 5581 Montague Rd, Rockford, IL built?

5581 Montague Rd, Rockford, IL was built in 1910, making it 116 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 5581 Montague Rd, Rockford, IL?

5581 Montague Rd, Rockford, IL is assigned to Dorothy Simon Elementary School (elementary); Winnebago High School (high), rated D; Winnebago Middle School (middle), rated C+. All sit in Winnebago Community Unit School District 323. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5581 Montague Rd, Rockford, IL compare to other homes in Rockford 61102?

Among the 5,908 homes in Rockford 61102, it is worth more than 82% of them ($248,226 against a typical $100,836), its price per square foot is higher than 90% of them ($160 against a typical $80), it is bigger than 62% of them (1,554 ft² against a typical 1,399 ft²), its lot is bigger than 94% of them (4.05 ac against a typical 0.25 ac) and it is newer than 14% of them (1910 against a typical 1949). Measured against all of Winnebago County, it is worth more than 61% 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 5581 Montague Rd, Rockford, IL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5581 Montague Rd, Rockford, IL was $5,704. The county assessed it at $70,845.

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