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$157,083$121 / 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 92How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026

962 W LIGHTSVILLE RD

LEAF RIVER, IL 61047
0
Baths
1,300 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.
2 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$157K
$144K low$170K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,988 (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.$64,109 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$8,774
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$55,335
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$54,588

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.23
66
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
21
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.33 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
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.minimal

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Rural Residence
CountyOGLE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.2.00
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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

M
Forreston Jr/Sr High SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–12 · 11.2 mi
E
Forreston Grade SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades 1–5 · 11.6 mi

District: Forrestville Valley Community Unit School District 221

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

962 W Lightsville 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 less than 74% of homes in Ogle County
  • Costs less per square foot than 72% of homes in Ogle County
  • Smaller than 76% of homes in Leaf River 61047
  • Has a bigger lot than 82% of homes in Ogle County

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
$74K$576K

This home is worth more than 33% 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$157,083
CheaperTypical $205,561Pricier

Pricier than 33% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$121
CheaperTypical $123Pricier

Pricier than 48% of homes nearby

Living area1,300 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,700 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 24% of homes nearby

Lot size2 ac
SmallerTypical 1.11 acBigger

Bigger than 59% of homes nearby

How 962 W Lightsville Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeLeaf River 61047Ogle County
Estimated valuepricier than$157,08333% of homes26% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$12148% of homes28% of homes
Living areabigger than1,300 ft²24% of homes31% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2 ac59% of homes82% of homes

About 962 W Lightsville Rd

How much is 962 W Lightsville Rd, Leaf River, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 962 W Lightsville Rd, Leaf River, IL is $157,083 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $144,174 to $169,992. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 962 W Lightsville Rd, Leaf River, IL last sell?

962 W Lightsville Rd, Leaf River, IL last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 962 W Lightsville Rd, Leaf River, IL?

962 W Lightsville Rd, Leaf River, IL has 1,300 square feet of living space and a 2.00-acre lot.

What schools serve 962 W Lightsville Rd, Leaf River, IL?

962 W Lightsville Rd, Leaf River, IL is assigned to Forreston Jr/Sr High School (middle), rated B; Forreston Grade School (elementary), rated A+. All sit in Forrestville Valley Community Unit School District 221. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 962 W Lightsville 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 33% of them ($157,083 against a typical $205,561), its price per square foot is higher than 48% of them ($121 against a typical $123), it is bigger than 24% of them (1,300 ft² against a typical 1,700 ft²) and its lot is bigger than 59% of them (2 ac against a typical 1.11 ac). Measured against all of Ogle County, it is worth more than 26% 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 962 W Lightsville Rd, Leaf River, IL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 962 W Lightsville Rd, Leaf River, IL was $1,988. The county assessed it at $64,109.

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