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$64,015$74 / 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 71How 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 $12,000 on Apr 12, 2012

826 HOVEY AVE

ROCKFORD, IL 61103
2
Beds
1
Baths
864 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.
0.15 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1935
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$64K
$45K low$83K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$12,000 · Apr 12, 2012
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.$64,015
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$51,212

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$663 (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.$7,513 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$989
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$6,524
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$6,743
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$22,539

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.
62
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.Bungalow
CountyWINNEBAGO
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.15
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
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.

Foreclosure Filings(2)

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

M
West Middle SchoolD
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.9 mi
E
Ellis Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.2 mi
H
Auburn High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.4 mi

District: Rockford School District 205

Neighborhood · ZIP 61103These 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.122
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.91
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.37

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.90%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.15%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.23%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.3%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.23,056
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,345 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$53,596
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$71,328
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.48°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.35 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.Absentee owner
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

826 Hovey 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.

  • Among the least valuable homes in Rockford 61103
  • Costs less per square foot than 88% of homes in Winnebago County
  • Smaller than 98% of homes in Coronado Haskell
  • Has a smaller lot than 89% of homes in Winnebago County
  • Newer than 90% of homes in Coronado Haskell

What homes are worth in Rockford 61103

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

This home
$75K$457K

This home is worth less than almost all homes in Rockford 61103.

How it measures up in Rockford 61103

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Rockford 61103.

Estimated value$64,015
CheaperTypical $136,604Pricier

Cheaper than almost all homes nearby

Price per ft²$74
CheaperTypical $91Pricier

Pricier than 19% of homes nearby

Living area864 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,564 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 3% of homes nearby

Lot size0.15 ac
SmallerTypical 0.17 acBigger

Bigger than 26% of homes nearby

Year built1935
OlderTypical 1940Newer

Newer than 48% of homes nearby

How 826 Hovey Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeCoronado HaskellRockford 61103Winnebago County
Estimated valuepricier than$64,01518% of homesalmost no homes3% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$7484% of homes19% of homes12% of homes
Living areabigger than864 ft²2% of homes3% of homes6% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.15 ac33% of homes26% of homes11% of homes
Year builtnewer than193590% of homes48% of homes17% of homes

About 826 Hovey Ave

How much is 826 Hovey Ave, Rockford, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 826 Hovey Ave, Rockford, IL is $64,015 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $45,361 to $82,669. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 826 Hovey Ave, Rockford, IL last sell?

826 Hovey Ave, Rockford, IL last sold on Apr 12, 2012 for $12,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 826 Hovey Ave, Rockford, IL?

826 Hovey Ave, Rockford, IL has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 864 square feet of living space and a 0.15-acre lot.

When was 826 Hovey Ave, Rockford, IL built?

826 Hovey Ave, Rockford, IL was built in 1935, making it 91 years old. It is a bungalow home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 826 Hovey Ave, Rockford, IL?

826 Hovey Ave, Rockford, IL is assigned to West Middle School (middle), rated D; Ellis Elementary School (elementary), rated C-; Auburn High School (high), rated D-. All sit in Rockford School District 205. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 826 Hovey Ave, Rockford, IL compare to other homes in Rockford 61103?

Among the 7,542 homes in Rockford 61103, it is worth more than almost none of them ($64,015 against a typical $136,604), its price per square foot is higher than 19% of them ($74 against a typical $91), it is bigger than 3% of them (864 ft² against a typical 1,564 ft²), its lot is bigger than 26% of them (0.15 ac against a typical 0.17 ac) and it is newer than 48% of them (1935 against a typical 1940). Measured against all of Winnebago County, it is worth more than 3% 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 826 Hovey Ave, Rockford, IL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 826 Hovey Ave, Rockford, IL was $663. The county assessed it at $7,513.

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