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$405,392$269 / 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 97How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $295,000 on Jul 20, 2007

8261 N MILL RD

LEAF RIVER, IL 61047
0
Baths
1,508 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.
6.32 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1974
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$405K
$394K low$417K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$295,000 · Jul 20, 2007

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$8,865 (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.$127,651 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$30,388
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$97,263
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$115,542
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$382,953

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.30
100
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
23
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. 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.168 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.51%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.1 percent flood zone

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
CountyOGLE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.6.32
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.

M
Byron Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.4 mi
H
Byron High School 9-12A-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.5 mi
E
Mary Morgan Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 1.6 mi

District: Byron Community Unit School District 226

Neighborhood · ZIP 61047These 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.115
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.90
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.34

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.91%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.23%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.4.5%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.8%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.2,439
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.37 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$93,126
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$99,012
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%

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How this home compares

8261 N Mill Rd 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 90% of homes in Ogle County
  • Costs more per square foot than 97% of homes in Leaf River 61047
  • Has a bigger lot than 94% of homes in Ogle County
  • Newer than 67% of homes in Leaf River 61047

What homes are worth in Leaf River 61047

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

This home
$78K$598K

This home is worth more than 88% of homes in Leaf River 61047.

How it measures up in Leaf River 61047

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Leaf River 61047.

Estimated value$405,392
CheaperTypical $213,660Pricier

Pricier than 88% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$269
CheaperTypical $125Pricier

Pricier than 97% of homes nearby

Living area1,508 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,700 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 39% of homes nearby

Lot size6.32 ac
SmallerTypical 1.11 acBigger

Bigger than 83% of homes nearby

Year built1974
OlderTypical 1973Newer

Newer than 67% of homes nearby

How 8261 N Mill Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeLeaf River 61047Ogle County
Estimated valuepricier than$405,39288% of homes90% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$26997% of homes97% of homes
Living areabigger than1,508 ft²39% of homes46% of homes
Lot sizebigger than6.32 ac83% of homes94% of homes
Year builtnewer than197467% of homes55% of homes

About 8261 N Mill Rd

How much is 8261 N Mill Rd, Leaf River, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 8261 N Mill Rd, Leaf River, IL is $405,392 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $393,948 to $416,836. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 8261 N Mill Rd, Leaf River, IL last sell?

8261 N Mill Rd, Leaf River, IL last sold on Jul 20, 2007 for $295,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 8261 N Mill Rd, Leaf River, IL?

8261 N Mill Rd, Leaf River, IL has 1,508 square feet of living space and a 6.32-acre lot.

When was 8261 N Mill Rd, Leaf River, IL built?

8261 N Mill Rd, Leaf River, IL was built in 1974, making it 52 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 8261 N Mill Rd, Leaf River, IL?

8261 N Mill Rd, Leaf River, IL is assigned to Byron Middle School (middle), rated A-; Byron High School 9-12 (high), rated A-; Mary Morgan Elementary School (elementary), rated A. All sit in Byron Community Unit School District 226. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 8261 N Mill Rd, Leaf River, IL compare to other homes in Leaf River 61047?

Among the 608 homes in Leaf River 61047, it is worth more than 88% of them ($405,392 against a typical $213,660), its price per square foot is higher than 97% of them ($269 against a typical $125), it is bigger than 39% of them (1,508 ft² against a typical 1,700 ft²), its lot is bigger than 83% of them (6.32 ac against a typical 1.11 ac) and it is newer than 67% of them (1974 against a typical 1973). Measured against all of Ogle County, it is worth more than 90% 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 8261 N Mill Rd, Leaf River, IL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 8261 N Mill Rd, Leaf River, IL was $8,865. The county assessed it at $127,651.

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