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$340,692$168 / 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 89How 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

6981 HORIZON DR

ROCKFORD, IL 61109
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,032 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.
1.1 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1978
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.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$341K
$304K low$378K high
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.$58,877
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$47,102
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.85%
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.$112,500
MERCANTILE BANK ILLINOIS · R · recorded Feb 11, 1999
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.$94,315
WELLS FARGO HOME MORTGAGE INC
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.$75,000

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$7,493 (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.$108,610 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$14,137
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$94,473
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$97,469
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$325,830

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.Colonial
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
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, Attached
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 · 336 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.

M
Meridian Jr High SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 5.3 mi
H
Stillman Valley High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 5.7 mi
E
Highland Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–2 · 5.7 mi

District: Meridian Community Unit School District 223

Neighborhood · ZIP 61109These 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.100
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.88
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.42

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.93%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.14%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.15%
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.26,851
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.669 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$61,982
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$73,739
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.Yes

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

6981 Horizon 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.

  • Worth more than 96% of homes in Rockford 61109
  • Costs more per square foot than 94% of homes in Rockford 61109
  • Bigger than 73% of homes in Winnebago County
  • Has a bigger lot than 94% of homes in Rockford 61109
  • Newer than 72% of homes in Rockford 61109

What homes are worth in Rockford 61109

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

This home
$46K$395K

This home is worth more than 96% of homes in Rockford 61109.

How it measures up in Rockford 61109

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Rockford 61109.

Estimated value$340,692
CheaperTypical $197,177Pricier

Pricier than 96% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$168
CheaperTypical $87Pricier

Pricier than 94% of homes nearby

Living area2,032 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,892 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 55% of homes nearby

Lot size1.1 ac
SmallerTypical 0.3 acBigger

Bigger than 94% of homes nearby

Year built1978
OlderTypical 1970Newer

Newer than 72% of homes nearby

How 6981 Horizon Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRockford 61109Winnebago County
Estimated valuepricier than$340,69296% of homes88% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$16894% of homes77% of homes
Living areabigger than2,032 ft²55% of homes73% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.1 ac94% of homes89% of homes
Year builtnewer than197872% of homes66% of homes

About 6981 Horizon Dr

How much is 6981 Horizon Dr, Rockford, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 6981 Horizon Dr, Rockford, IL is $340,692 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $303,720 to $377,664. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 6981 Horizon Dr, Rockford, IL last sell?

6981 Horizon Dr, Rockford, IL last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 6981 Horizon Dr, Rockford, IL?

6981 Horizon Dr, Rockford, IL has 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms and 2,032 square feet of living space.

When was 6981 Horizon Dr, Rockford, IL built?

6981 Horizon Dr, Rockford, IL was built in 1978, making it 48 years old. It is a colonial home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 6981 Horizon Dr, Rockford, IL?

6981 Horizon Dr, Rockford, IL is assigned to Meridian Jr High School (middle), rated A; Stillman Valley High School (high), rated A; Highland Elementary School (elementary). All sit in Meridian Community Unit School District 223. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 6981 Horizon Dr, Rockford, IL compare to other homes in Rockford 61109?

Among the 8,748 homes in Rockford 61109, it is worth more than 96% of them ($340,692 against a typical $197,177), its price per square foot is higher than 94% of them ($168 against a typical $87), it is bigger than 55% of them (2,032 ft² against a typical 1,892 ft²), its lot is bigger than 94% of them (1.1 ac against a typical 0.3 ac) and it is newer than 72% of them (1978 against a typical 1970). Measured against all of Winnebago County, it is worth more than 88% 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 6981 Horizon Dr, Rockford, IL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 6981 Horizon Dr, Rockford, IL was $7,493. The county assessed it at $108,610.

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