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$196,792$110 / 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 91How 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 $90,000 on Aug 8, 2018

820 JAMES AVE

ROCKFORD, IL 61107
4
Beds
2
Baths
1,791 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.
0.39 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1955
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
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.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$197K
$179K low$215K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$90,000 · Aug 8, 2018
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.$108,792
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$87,034
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.43%
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.$88,000
UNITED WHOLESALE MORTGAGE · recorded Jun 10, 2021

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,460 (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.$67,844 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$12,384
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$55,460
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$60,885
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$203,532

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.34
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
9
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.0.39
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(5)

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(2)

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 · 0.4 mi
M
Lincoln Middle SchoolD
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.2 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

820 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.

  • Has a bigger lot than 72% of homes in Rockford 61107
  • Older than 65% of homes in Winnebago County

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
$101K$561K

This home is worth more than 38% 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$196,792
CheaperTypical $224,626Pricier

Pricier than 38% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$110
CheaperTypical $117Pricier

Pricier than 38% of homes nearby

Living area1,791 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,928 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 43% of homes nearby

Lot size0.39 ac
SmallerTypical 0.26 acBigger

Bigger than 72% of homes nearby

Year built1955
OlderTypical 1959Newer

Newer than 40% of homes nearby

How 820 James Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRockford 61107Winnebago County
Estimated valuepricier than$196,79238% of homes49% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$11038% of homes42% of homes
Living areabigger than1,791 ft²43% of homes63% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.39 ac72% of homes66% of homes
Year builtnewer than195540% of homes35% of homes

About 820 James Ave

How much is 820 James Ave, Rockford, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 820 James Ave, Rockford, IL is $196,792 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $178,718 to $214,866. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 820 James Ave, Rockford, IL last sell?

820 James Ave, Rockford, IL last sold on Aug 8, 2018 for $90,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 4 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 820 James Ave, Rockford, IL?

820 James Ave, Rockford, IL has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,791 square feet of living space and a 0.39-acre lot.

When was 820 James Ave, Rockford, IL built?

820 James Ave, Rockford, IL was built in 1955, making it 71 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 820 James Ave, Rockford, IL?

820 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 820 James Ave, Rockford, IL compare to other homes in Rockford 61107?

Among the 11,017 homes in Rockford 61107, it is worth more than 38% of them ($196,792 against a typical $224,626), its price per square foot is higher than 38% of them ($110 against a typical $117), it is bigger than 43% of them (1,791 ft² against a typical 1,928 ft²), its lot is bigger than 72% of them (0.39 ac against a typical 0.26 ac) and it is newer than 40% of them (1955 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 820 James Ave, Rockford, IL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 820 James Ave, Rockford, IL was $5,460. The county assessed it at $67,844.

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