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$199,460$124 / 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 Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $96,500 on Sep 28, 2016

728 JAMES AVE

ROCKFORD, IL 61107
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,612 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.
0.18 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1976
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

$199K
$186K low$213K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$96,500 · Sep 28, 2016
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.$199,460
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$159,568

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,569 (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.$57,748 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$9,990
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$47,758
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$51,824
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$173,244

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.
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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Ranch
CountyWINNEBAGO
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.18
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, Attached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(1)

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
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 · 1.3 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%

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.No

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

728 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.

  • Smaller than 68% of homes in Rockford 61107
  • Has a smaller lot than 77% of homes in Rockford 61107
  • Newer than 75% 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.

This home
$98K$531K

This home is worth more than 39% 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$199,460
CheaperTypical $224,539Pricier

Pricier than 39% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$124
CheaperTypical $118Pricier

Pricier than 57% of homes nearby

Living area1,612 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,928 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 32% of homes nearby

Lot size0.18 ac
SmallerTypical 0.26 acBigger

Bigger than 23% of homes nearby

Year built1976
OlderTypical 1959Newer

Newer than 75% of homes nearby

How 728 James Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRockford 61107Winnebago County
Estimated valuepricier than$199,46039% of homes49% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$12457% of homes52% of homes
Living areabigger than1,612 ft²32% of homes53% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.18 ac23% of homes24% of homes
Year builtnewer than197675% of homes64% of homes

About 728 James Ave

How much is 728 James Ave, Rockford, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 728 James Ave, Rockford, IL is $199,460 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $186,323 to $212,597. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 728 James Ave, Rockford, IL last sell?

728 James Ave, Rockford, IL last sold on Sep 28, 2016 for $96,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 728 James Ave, Rockford, IL?

728 James Ave, Rockford, IL has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,612 square feet of living space and a 0.18-acre lot.

When was 728 James Ave, Rockford, IL built?

728 James Ave, Rockford, IL was built in 1976, making it 50 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 728 James Ave, Rockford, IL?

728 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 728 James Ave, Rockford, IL compare to other homes in Rockford 61107?

Among the 11,017 homes in Rockford 61107, it is worth more than 39% of them ($199,460 against a typical $224,539), its price per square foot is higher than 57% of them ($124 against a typical $118), it is bigger than 32% of them (1,612 ft² against a typical 1,928 ft²), its lot is bigger than 23% of them (0.18 ac against a typical 0.26 ac) and it is newer than 75% of them (1976 against a typical 1959). Measured against all of Winnebago 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 728 James Ave, Rockford, IL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 728 James Ave, Rockford, IL was $4,569. The county assessed it at $57,748.

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