The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 61103 sells for about $160,000, or $179 per square foot.
Prices are up +11.5% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 27 days to sell, which is fast. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $934 a month.
ZIP 61103 — Rockford
The 61103 housing market is characterized by high demand and low inventory, leading to a seller-leaning environment where homes sell relatively quickly. Prices are showing moderate year-over-year growth, supported by the area's relative affordability compared to the broader region. Market conditions remain stable as buyers continue to seek entry-level opportunities.
This ZIP is well-suited for first-time homebuyers and investors seeking entry-level housing options in an established urban environment with proximity to city amenities.
Median prices moved up 11.5% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 27 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 7.5% · poverty 20.7% — a mixed stability profile.
versus the prior ACS vintage
ZCTA 61103, Winnebago County IL
Crime rates in the Rockford area remain higher than the national average, with localized variations in safety across the city's northern and central ZIP codes.
Public schools in the area are primarily served by Rockford Public School District 205, which faces ongoing challenges regarding academic performance and resource allocation.
The area is subject to standard Midwestern climate risks, including severe thunderstorms and occasional flooding in low-lying areas near the Rock River.
Economic momentum is driven by the Rockford metro's industrial and manufacturing base, with ongoing efforts to revitalize urban corridors and attract new small-business 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 arterial roads providing access to downtown Rockford and regional employment hubs.
The area features access to local parks and proximity to the Rock River, with basic retail and dining options available along major thoroughfares like North Main Street.
The rental market shows steady demand, particularly for multi-family units, with rents reflecting the broader affordability of the Rockford metro area.
The local economy is anchored by manufacturing, healthcare, and logistics sectors, with major employers concentrated in the broader Rockford metropolitan area.
Transportation is primarily highway-dependent, with the Rockford Mass Transit District providing limited bus service throughout the city.
Development efforts are focused on urban infill and the rehabilitation of older residential and commercial properties within the city limits.
The Winnebago County Supervisor of Assessments oversees the valuation of property, utilizing mass appraisal techniques to determine fair market value for tax purposes.
Parcels are subject to various taxing bodies, including Rockford Public School District 205, the Rockford Park District, and local library and sanitary districts.
Property insurance premiums are influenced by regional weather patterns and the age of the housing stock, with standard coverage available through major carriers.
Data retrieved from data.census.gov ZCTA-level tables.
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 Rockford49 mi
- Volcano Falls Adventure Park4.46.2 mi
- Ninja Kidz Action Park (Previously Flow)4.86.6 mi
- Urban Air Trampoline and Adventure Park3.87.5 mi
- Chuck E. Cheese4.25.6 mi
- Anderson Japanese Gardens4.73.8 mi
- BMO Center4.54.9 mi
- Prairie Street Brewing Co.4.54.7 mi
- Coronado Theatre4.84.7 mi
- Byron Dragway4.818.2 mi
- Anderson Japanese Gardens4.73.8 mi
- Rock Cut State Park4.65.1 mi
- Discovery Center Museum4.84.4 mi
- Hurricane Harbor Rockford49 mi
- AMC Rockford 164.28.3 mi
- Discovery Center Museum4.84.4 mi
- Burpee Museum of Natural History4.74.4 mi
- Historic Attractions4.99.1 mi
- Midway Village Museum4.76.6 mi
- Frank Lloyd Wright's Laurent House4.84.2 mi
- Rock Cut State Park4.65.1 mi
- Nicholas Conservatory & Gardens4.74.1 mi
- Sinnissippi Park4.74.3 mi
- Baumann Park4.710.1 mi
- Klehm Arboretum & Botanic Garden4.66.8 mi
- Prairie Street Brewing Co.4.54.7 mi
- Aldeen Golf Club4.66.1 mi
- Swanhills Golf Course4.410.1 mi
- Ledges Golf Course4.48.9 mi
- Rockford Country Club4.43 mi
- Sandy Hollow Golf Course4.48.1 mi
- CherryVale Mall48.6 mi
- Meijer4.36.5 mi
- Meijer4.34.2 mi
- Ross Dress for Less4.17.2 mi
- Schnucks Roscoe4.37.1 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 along the city's western and central corridors.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.