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$507,727$103 / 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 88How 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 $353,500 on Dec 8, 2015

5842 FOREST TRAIL DR

ROCKFORD, IL 61109
3
Beds
3
Baths
4,950 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.
1.29 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2006
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$508K
$445K low$570K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$353,500 · Dec 8, 2015
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.$507,727
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$406,182

Tax & Assessment

Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$161,031 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$17,228
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$143,803
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$145,664
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$483,093

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.35
1
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.
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.
26
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
CountyWINNEBAGO
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.Central
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 816 ft²

Transaction History(3)

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.

H
Jefferson High SchoolF
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.9 mi
E
Cherry Valley Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 2.0 mi
M
Flinn Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 3.2 mi

District: Rockford School District 205

Neighborhood · ZIP 61109These 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.100
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.88
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.42

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.14%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.15%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.6%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.26,851
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.669 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$61,982
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$73,739
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%

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

5842 Forest Trail Dr 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 most valuable homes in Rockford 61109
  • Costs more per square foot than 71% of homes in Rockford 61109
  • Among the largest homes in Rockford 61109
  • Has a bigger lot than 95% of homes in Rockford 61109
  • Newer than 98% of homes in Rockford 61109

What homes are worth in Rockford 61109

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

This home
$46K$383K

This home is worth more than almost all homes in Rockford 61109.

How it measures up in Rockford 61109

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Rockford 61109.

Estimated value$507,727
CheaperTypical $197,591Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Price per ft²$103
CheaperTypical $87Pricier

Pricier than 71% of homes nearby

Living area4,950 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,872 ft²Bigger

Bigger than almost all homes nearby

Lot size1.29 ac
SmallerTypical 0.3 acBigger

Bigger than 95% of homes nearby

Year built2006
OlderTypical 1970Newer

Newer than 98% of homes nearby

How 5842 Forest Trail Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRockford 61109Winnebago County
Estimated valuepricier than$507,727almost all homes98% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$10371% of homes35% of homes
Living areabigger than4,950 ft²almost all homesalmost all homes
Lot sizebigger than1.29 ac95% of homes91% of homes
Year builtnewer than200698% of homes97% of homes

About 5842 Forest Trail Dr

How much is 5842 Forest Trail Dr, Rockford, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5842 Forest Trail Dr, Rockford, IL is $507,727 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $444,982 to $570,472. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5842 Forest Trail Dr, Rockford, IL last sell?

5842 Forest Trail Dr, Rockford, IL last sold on Dec 8, 2015 for $353,500, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 5842 Forest Trail Dr, Rockford, IL?

5842 Forest Trail Dr, Rockford, IL has 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms and 4,950 square feet of living space.

When was 5842 Forest Trail Dr, Rockford, IL built?

5842 Forest Trail Dr, Rockford, IL was built in 2006, making it 20 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 5842 Forest Trail Dr, Rockford, IL?

5842 Forest Trail Dr, Rockford, IL is assigned to Jefferson High School (high), rated F; Cherry Valley Elementary School (elementary), rated B+; Flinn Middle School (middle), rated C-. All sit in Rockford School District 205. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5842 Forest Trail Dr, Rockford, IL compare to other homes in Rockford 61109?

Among the 8,747 homes in Rockford 61109, it is worth more than almost all of them ($507,727 against a typical $197,591), its price per square foot is higher than 71% of them ($103 against a typical $87), it is bigger than almost all of them (4,950 ft² against a typical 1,872 ft²), its lot is bigger than 95% of them (1.29 ac against a typical 0.3 ac) and it is newer than 98% of them (2006 against a typical 1970). Measured against all of Winnebago County, it is worth more than 98% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

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