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$299,474$90 / 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 94How 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 $150,000 on Mar 9, 2020

705 JAMES AVE

ROCKFORD, IL 61107
4
Beds
2.5
Baths
3,342 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.
0.53 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1951
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
8
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

$299K
$280K low$319K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$150,000 · Mar 9, 2020

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$8,574 (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.$103,108 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$27,590
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$75,518
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$92,532
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$309,324

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.40
41
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.
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.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.9 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%

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.Cape Cod
CountyWINNEBAGO
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.53
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Stone
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

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(3)

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

E
Bloom Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.5 mi
M
Lincoln Middle SchoolD
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.1 mi
H
East High SchoolF
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.2 mi

District: Rockford School District 205

Neighborhood · ZIP 61107These 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.89
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.93%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.24%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.11%
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.29,768
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,019 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$74,050
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$94,291
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

705 James 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 80% of homes in Winnebago County
  • Costs less per square foot than 88% of homes in Rockford 61107
  • Bigger than 95% of homes in Winnebago County
  • Has a bigger lot than 81% of homes in Rockford 61107
  • Older than 71% of homes in Rockford 61107

What homes are worth in Rockford 61107

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

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$102K$569K

This home is worth more than 76% of homes in Rockford 61107.

How it measures up in Rockford 61107

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Rockford 61107.

Estimated value$299,474
CheaperTypical $224,238Pricier

Pricier than 76% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$90
CheaperTypical $121Pricier

Pricier than 12% of homes nearby

Living area3,342 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,932 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 92% of homes nearby

Lot size0.53 ac
SmallerTypical 0.26 acBigger

Bigger than 81% of homes nearby

Year built1951
OlderTypical 1959Newer

Newer than 29% of homes nearby

How 705 James Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRockford 61107Winnebago County
Estimated valuepricier than$299,47476% of homes80% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$9012% of homes24% of homes
Living areabigger than3,342 ft²92% of homes95% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.53 ac81% of homes76% of homes
Year builtnewer than195129% of homes29% of homes

About 705 James Ave

How much is 705 James Ave, Rockford, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 705 James Ave, Rockford, IL is $299,474 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $280,093 to $318,855. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 705 James Ave, Rockford, IL last sell?

705 James Ave, Rockford, IL last sold on Mar 9, 2020 for $150,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 705 James Ave, Rockford, IL?

705 James Ave, Rockford, IL has 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 3,342 square feet of living space and a 0.53-acre lot.

When was 705 James Ave, Rockford, IL built?

705 James Ave, Rockford, IL was built in 1951, making it 75 years old. It is a cape cod home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 705 James Ave, Rockford, IL?

705 James Ave, Rockford, IL is assigned to Bloom Elementary School (elementary), rated C-; Lincoln Middle School (middle), rated D; East High School (high), rated F. All sit in Rockford School District 205. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 705 James Ave, Rockford, IL compare to other homes in Rockford 61107?

Among the 11,011 homes in Rockford 61107, it is worth more than 76% of them ($299,474 against a typical $224,238), its price per square foot is higher than 12% of them ($90 against a typical $121), it is bigger than 92% of them (3,342 ft² against a typical 1,932 ft²), its lot is bigger than 81% of them (0.53 ac against a typical 0.26 ac) and it is newer than 29% of them (1951 against a typical 1959). Measured against all of Winnebago County, it is worth more than 80% 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 705 James Ave, Rockford, IL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 705 James Ave, Rockford, IL was $8,574. The county assessed it at $103,108.

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