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$210,624$135 / 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 93How 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 $120,000 on Feb 22, 2017

603 N WALNUT AVE

FORRESTON, IL 61030
0
Baths
1,558 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.
2.19 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1959
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.

Valuation

$211K
$197K low$224K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$120,000 · Feb 22, 2017

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,864 (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.$59,863 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$10,230
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$49,633
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$53,903
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$179,589

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.14 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
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.minimal

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
CountyOGLE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.2.19
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Brick
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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.

M
Forreston Jr/Sr High SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–12 · 0.7 mi
E
Forreston Grade SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades 1–5 · 0.7 mi

District: Forrestville Valley Community Unit School District 221

Neighborhood · ZIP 61030These 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.106
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 100.35

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.92%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.12%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.3%
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.1,872
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.31 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$71,666
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$81,079
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

603 N Walnut 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 more than 69% of homes in Forreston 61030
  • Costs more per square foot than 66% of homes in Forreston 61030
  • Has a bigger lot than 83% of homes in Ogle County
  • Older than 65% of homes in Ogle County

What homes are worth in Forreston 61030

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

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$73K$446K

This home is worth more than 69% of homes in Forreston 61030.

How it measures up in Forreston 61030

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Forreston 61030.

Estimated value$210,624
CheaperTypical $166,188Pricier

Pricier than 69% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$135
CheaperTypical $112Pricier

Pricier than 66% of homes nearby

Living area1,558 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,552 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 51% of homes nearby

Lot size2.19 ac
SmallerTypical 0.31 acBigger

Bigger than 79% of homes nearby

Year built1959
OlderTypical 1949Newer

Newer than 62% of homes nearby

How 603 N Walnut Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeForreston 61030Ogle County
Estimated valuepricier than$210,62469% of homes49% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$13566% of homes44% of homes
Living areabigger than1,558 ft²51% of homes49% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2.19 ac79% of homes83% of homes
Year builtnewer than195962% of homes35% of homes

About 603 N Walnut Ave

How much is 603 N Walnut Ave, Forreston, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 603 N Walnut Ave, Forreston, IL is $210,624 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $196,817 to $224,431. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 603 N Walnut Ave, Forreston, IL last sell?

603 N Walnut Ave, Forreston, IL last sold on Feb 22, 2017 for $120,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 603 N Walnut Ave, Forreston, IL?

603 N Walnut Ave, Forreston, IL has 1,558 square feet of living space and a 2.19-acre lot.

When was 603 N Walnut Ave, Forreston, IL built?

603 N Walnut Ave, Forreston, IL was built in 1959, making it 67 years old. It is a ranch home.

What schools serve 603 N Walnut Ave, Forreston, IL?

603 N Walnut Ave, Forreston, IL is assigned to Forreston Jr/Sr High School (middle), rated B; Forreston Grade School (elementary), rated A+. All sit in Forrestville Valley Community Unit School District 221. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 603 N Walnut Ave, Forreston, IL compare to other homes in Forreston 61030?

Among the 791 homes in Forreston 61030, it is worth more than 69% of them ($210,624 against a typical $166,188), its price per square foot is higher than 66% of them ($135 against a typical $112), it is bigger than 51% of them (1,558 ft² against a typical 1,552 ft²), its lot is bigger than 79% of them (2.19 ac against a typical 0.31 ac) and it is newer than 62% of them (1959 against a typical 1949). Measured against all of Ogle County, it is worth more than 49% 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 603 N Walnut Ave, Forreston, IL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 603 N Walnut Ave, Forreston, IL was $4,864. The county assessed it at $59,863.

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