The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 61102 sells for about $172,983, or $140 per square foot.
Prices are up +12.1% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 34 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $883 a month.
ZIP 61102 — Rockford
The Rockford housing market, including ZIP 61102, is currently experiencing a seller-leaning environment driven by low inventory and steady demand. Prices have seen double-digit year-over-year growth, reflecting a competitive landscape for entry-level buyers. Market conditions remain stable as the region continues to benefit from its affordability relative to broader state and national trends.
This area is well-suited for first-time homebuyers and budget-conscious families seeking affordable entry points into the housing market.
Median prices moved up 12.1% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 34 days on market with 1.1 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
10% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 101% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 9.6% · poverty 24.4% — a mixed stability profile.
versus the prior ACS vintage
ZCTA 61102, Rockford, IL
Rockford serves as a regional industrial and manufacturing hub with ongoing efforts to revitalize its downtown and riverfront areas.
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 within the Rockford metropolitan area, with limited public transit options available.
The area features access to local parks and proximity to the Rock River, providing opportunities for outdoor recreation and community events.
The rental market is characterized by steady demand and approachable price points, with a mix of single-family and multi-family housing stock.
The local economy is anchored by manufacturing, healthcare, and logistics sectors, with major employers contributing to regional stability.
The area is served by a network of state highways and local roads, with limited regional transit connectivity.
Ongoing urban renewal projects focus on downtown revitalization and infrastructure improvements.
The Winnebago County assessment office manages property valuations for tax purposes.
Parcels are subject to local school district, municipal, and county-level tax levies.
Property insurance premiums are influenced by regional weather patterns and hazard exposure typical of Northern Illinois.
Data retrieved from US Census Bureau ACS 2023 estimates for Rockford city and ZCTA 61102.
- Hurricane Harbor Rockford49.9 mi
- Volcano Falls Adventure Park4.412.2 mi
- Ninja Kidz Action Park (Previously Flow)4.88.1 mi
- Urban Air Trampoline and Adventure Park3.89.7 mi
- Chuck E. Cheese4.26.8 mi
- Anderson Japanese Gardens4.77.1 mi
- BMO Center4.54.8 mi
- Prairie Street Brewing Co.4.55.3 mi
- Coronado Theatre4.85.1 mi
- Byron Dragway4.89.1 mi
- Anderson Japanese Gardens4.77.1 mi
- Rock Cut State Park4.612.9 mi
- Discovery Center Museum4.85.4 mi
- Hurricane Harbor Rockford49.9 mi
- AMC Rockford 164.210.9 mi
- Discovery Center Museum4.85.4 mi
- Burpee Museum of Natural History4.75.5 mi
- Historic Attractions4.918.5 mi
- Midway Village Museum4.79.7 mi
- Frank Lloyd Wright's Laurent House4.88.8 mi
- Rock Cut State Park4.612.9 mi
- Nicholas Conservatory & Gardens4.76.3 mi
- Sinnissippi Park4.76.6 mi
- Baumann Park4.710 mi
- Klehm Arboretum & Botanic Garden4.62.9 mi
- Prairie Street Brewing Co.4.55.3 mi
- PrairieView Golf Club4.78.9 mi
- Aldeen Golf Club4.610 mi
- Rockford Country Club4.47.4 mi
- Sandy Hollow Golf Course4.45.2 mi
- Ingersoll Golf Course4.24.3 mi
- CherryVale Mall49.3 mi
- Meijer4.310.5 mi
- Ross Dress for Less4.19.5 mi
- Meijer4.312.9 mi
- Blain's Farm & Fleet4.411.7 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area from Google Maps, ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
A central natural feature providing recreational space and scenic views.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.