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$175,912$191 / 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 Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $50,000 on Jun 23, 2026

617 HOWARD ST

ROCKDALE, IL 60436
2
Beds
2
Baths
920 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.
0.27 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1949
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
4
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

$176K
$161K low$191K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$50,000 · Jun 23, 2026
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.$175,912
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$140,730

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,678 (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.$55,901 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$11,602
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$44,299
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$49,667
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$167,703

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.33
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.
71
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
68
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
28
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
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.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Bungalow
CountyWILL
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.27
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
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(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.

E
Rockdale SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades KG–8 · 0.2 mi
H
Joliet Central High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.5 mi

District: Rockdale School District 84

Neighborhood · ZIP 60436These 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.158
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.86
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.51

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.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.11%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.16%
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.18,304
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,071 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$62,552
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$73,399
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.37 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.54%

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

617 Howard St 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 94% of homes in Will County
  • Costs less per square foot than 66% of homes in Will County
  • Smaller than 93% of homes in Will County
  • Has a bigger lot than 82% of homes in Joliet 60436
  • Older than 91% of homes in Will County

What homes are worth in Joliet 60436

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

This home
$98K$394K

This home is worth more than 26% of homes in Joliet 60436.

How it measures up in Joliet 60436

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Joliet 60436.

Estimated value$175,912
CheaperTypical $210,041Pricier

Pricier than 26% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$191
CheaperTypical $195Pricier

Pricier than 46% of homes nearby

Living area920 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,048 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 33% of homes nearby

Lot size0.27 ac
SmallerTypical 0.17 acBigger

Bigger than 82% of homes nearby

Year built1949
OlderTypical 1952Newer

Newer than 44% of homes nearby

How 617 Howard St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeJoliet 60436Will County
Estimated valuepricier than$175,91226% of homes6% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$19146% of homes34% of homes
Living areabigger than920 ft²33% of homes7% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.27 ac82% of homes63% of homes
Year builtnewer than194944% of homes9% of homes

About 617 Howard St

How much is 617 Howard St, Rockdale, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 617 Howard St, Rockdale, IL is $175,912 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $161,299 to $190,525. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 617 Howard St, Rockdale, IL last sell?

617 Howard St, Rockdale, IL last sold on Jun 23, 2026 for $50,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 617 Howard St, Rockdale, IL?

617 Howard St, Rockdale, IL has 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 920 square feet of living space and a 0.27-acre lot.

When was 617 Howard St, Rockdale, IL built?

617 Howard St, Rockdale, IL was built in 1949, making it 77 years old. It is a bungalow home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 617 Howard St, Rockdale, IL?

617 Howard St, Rockdale, IL is assigned to Rockdale School (elementary), rated C-; Joliet Central High School (high), rated D-. All sit in Rockdale School District 84. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 617 Howard St, Rockdale, IL compare to other homes in Joliet 60436?

Among the 5,691 homes in Joliet 60436, it is worth more than 26% of them ($175,912 against a typical $210,041), its price per square foot is higher than 46% of them ($191 against a typical $195), it is bigger than 33% of them (920 ft² against a typical 1,048 ft²), its lot is bigger than 82% of them (0.27 ac against a typical 0.17 ac) and it is newer than 44% of them (1949 against a typical 1952). Measured against all of Will County, it is worth more than 6% 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 617 Howard St, Rockdale, IL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 617 Howard St, Rockdale, IL was $3,678. The county assessed it at $55,901.

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