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$67,896$51 / 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 93How 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 $5,000 on Oct 10, 2012

820 HOUGHTON ST

ROCKFORD, IL 61102
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,343 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.
0.13 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1900
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
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

$68K
$63K low$72K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$5,000 · Oct 10, 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.$67,896
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$54,317

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$843 (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.$15,547 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$889
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$14,658
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$13,952
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$46,641

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.
63
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
CountyWINNEBAGO
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.13
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
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Detached
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.

E
Washington Elementary SchoolD
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.6 mi
M
RESA Middle SchoolD
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.6 mi
H
Jefferson High SchoolF
High · Grades 9–12 · 5.4 mi

District: Rockford School District 205

Neighborhood · ZIP 61102These 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.129
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.87
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.41

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.89%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.8.4%
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.1.4%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.17,742
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.531 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$49,970
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$60,941
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.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

820 Houghton 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 96% of homes in Winnebago County
  • Costs less per square foot than 98% of homes in Winnebago County
  • Smaller than 66% of homes in Winnebago County
  • Has a smaller lot than 96% of homes in Winnebago County
  • Older than 96% of homes in Winnebago County

What homes are worth in Rockford 61102

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

This home
$43K$407K

This home is worth more than 23% of homes in Rockford 61102.

How it measures up in Rockford 61102

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Rockford 61102.

Estimated value$67,896
CheaperTypical $92,874Pricier

Pricier than 23% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$51
CheaperTypical $75Pricier

Pricier than 14% of homes nearby

Living area1,343 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,400 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 45% of homes nearby

Lot size0.13 ac
SmallerTypical 0.25 acBigger

Bigger than 9% of homes nearby

Year built1900
OlderTypical 1949Newer

Newer than 11% of homes nearby

How 820 Houghton St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeCunningham Street Ethnic VillageRockford 61102Winnebago County
Estimated valuepricier than$67,89626% of homes23% of homes4% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$5127% of homes14% of homes2% of homes
Living areabigger than1,343 ft²42% of homes45% of homes34% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.13 ac19% of homes9% of homes4% of homes
Year builtnewer than190038% of homes11% of homes4% of homes

About 820 Houghton St

How much is 820 Houghton St, Rockford, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 820 Houghton St, Rockford, IL is $67,896 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $63,358 to $72,434. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 820 Houghton St, Rockford, IL last sell?

820 Houghton St, Rockford, IL last sold on Oct 10, 2012 for $5,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 820 Houghton St, Rockford, IL?

820 Houghton St, Rockford, IL has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,343 square feet of living space and a 0.13-acre lot.

When was 820 Houghton St, Rockford, IL built?

820 Houghton St, Rockford, IL was built in 1900, making it 126 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 820 Houghton St, Rockford, IL?

820 Houghton St, Rockford, IL is assigned to Washington Elementary School (elementary), rated D; RESA Middle School (middle), rated D; Jefferson High School (high), rated F. All sit in Rockford School District 205. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 820 Houghton St, Rockford, IL compare to other homes in Rockford 61102?

Among the 5,912 homes in Rockford 61102, it is worth more than 23% of them ($67,896 against a typical $92,874), its price per square foot is higher than 14% of them ($51 against a typical $75), it is bigger than 45% of them (1,343 ft² against a typical 1,400 ft²), its lot is bigger than 9% of them (0.13 ac against a typical 0.25 ac) and it is newer than 11% of them (1900 against a typical 1949). Measured against all of Winnebago County, it is worth more than 4% 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 820 Houghton St, Rockford, IL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 820 Houghton St, Rockford, IL was $843. The county assessed it at $15,547.

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