The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 61101 sells for about $229,902, or $118 per square foot.
Prices are up +11.5% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 16.6 days to sell, which is fast. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,037 a month.
ZIP 61101 — Rockford
The 61101 housing market is showing signs of recovery with a 11.5% year-over-year increase in median sale prices. While inventory remains tight, the market is experiencing steady demand, driven by affordability relative to the broader metro area.
This ZIP is primarily suited for budget-conscious buyers and investors looking for entry-level housing opportunities in the Rockford market.
Median prices moved up 11.5% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 17 days on market with 1.5 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
4% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 100% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 12.2% · poverty 30.9% — elevated distress and economic pressure.
versus the prior ACS vintage
ZCTA 61101, Winnebago County IL
Crime rates in Rockford are generally higher than the national average, with the city consistently working on community-based safety initiatives to address regional disparities.
Schools in the 61101 area are part of the Rockford Public School District 205, which faces ongoing challenges with academic performance and resource allocation.
The area is subject to standard Midwestern climate risks, including severe thunderstorms and occasional flooding near the Rock River, with insurance premiums reflecting these regional hazard profiles.
Economic momentum is driven by manufacturing, healthcare, and logistics sectors, with ongoing efforts to revitalize the downtown Rockford corridor and attract new corporate investment.
Composed from the ARED governance burden registry — tier-native tax structure (state + county + city + special districts), never averaged. State (Illinois) — Property Tax Assessment (Fair Cash Value): Property is assessed at 33 1/3% of its fair cash value. The tax bill is calculated by multiplying the equalized assessed value (EAV) by the aggregate tax rate of the local taxing districts.
Residents typically rely on personal vehicles for commuting, with major access provided by I-39, I-90, and US-20 connecting to the broader Rockford employment core.
The area features access to the Rock River waterfront, several local parks, and proximity to the downtown Rockford shopping and dining district.
The rental market in 61101 is characterized by high demand for affordable housing, with limited new inventory and steady pressure on vacancy rates.
The local economy is anchored by manufacturing, healthcare, and aerospace industries, with major employers including Collins Aerospace and Mercyhealth.
The area is served by the Rockford Mass Transit District (RMTD) and is positioned near major highway interchanges for regional connectivity.
Ongoing urban renewal projects focus on the redevelopment of the riverfront and the adaptive reuse of historic industrial buildings.
The Winnebago County Supervisor of Assessments oversees the appraisal process, which is based on market value assessments updated periodically.
Parcels are subject to various taxing bodies, including Rockford Public School District 205, Winnebago County, and the City of Rockford.
Property insurance costs are influenced by regional weather patterns, including wind and hail exposure common to Northern Illinois.
Data retrieved from data.census.gov ZCTA 61101 profiles.
Public schools whose reported address is in this area (NCES). Not attendance boundaries — schools that serve residents may sit outside it. Check the district's address locator for assignment.
- Hurricane Harbor Rockford411.3 mi
- Volcano Falls Adventure Park4.49.5 mi
- Ninja Kidz Action Park (Previously Flow)4.88.6 mi
- Urban Air Trampoline and Adventure Park3.89.9 mi
- Chuck E. Cheese4.27.2 mi
- Anderson Japanese Gardens4.75.6 mi
- BMO Center4.55.1 mi
- Prairie Street Brewing Co.4.55.2 mi
- Coronado Theatre4.85 mi
- Byron Dragway4.816 mi
- Anderson Japanese Gardens4.75.6 mi
- Rock Cut State Park4.68.6 mi
- Discovery Center Museum4.84.9 mi
- Hurricane Harbor Rockford411.3 mi
- AMC Rockford 164.211 mi
- Discovery Center Museum4.84.9 mi
- Burpee Museum of Natural History4.75 mi
- Historic Attractions4.911.4 mi
- Midway Village Museum4.79.2 mi
- Frank Lloyd Wright's Laurent House4.86.9 mi
- Rock Cut State Park4.68.6 mi
- Nicholas Conservatory & Gardens4.75.4 mi
- Sinnissippi Park4.75.8 mi
- Baumann Park4.712.2 mi
- Klehm Arboretum & Botanic Garden4.66.3 mi
- Prairie Street Brewing Co.4.55.2 mi
- Aldeen Golf Club4.68.9 mi
- Ledges Golf Course4.411.7 mi
- Rockford Country Club4.44.8 mi
- Sandy Hollow Golf Course4.48.8 mi
- Ingersoll Golf Course4.23.8 mi
- CherryVale Mall410.8 mi
- Meijer4.39.4 mi
- Meijer4.37.6 mi
- Ross Dress for Less4.19.7 mi
- Schnucks Roscoe4.39.7 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area from Google Maps, ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
Provides recreational access and scenic views through the heart of the city.
The central hub for local commerce, dining, and entertainment venues.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.