Charming Updated Brick Ranch on Corner Lot in Sterling, IL! Welcome to this beautifully maintained 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom brick ranch-style home situated on a desirable corner lot in Sterling. This move-in-ready gem features stunning new flooring throughout and boasts major updates including a new roof and updated utilities (2021), plus a brand new water heater (2025) for added peace of mind. The home’s bright and airy interior offers an inviting layout perfect for both everyday living and entertaining. Enjoy the fully updated kitchen, featuring modern finishes, and brand-new bathrooms that bring a fresh, contemporary feel. Step into the spacious finished basement—a fantastic bonus space ideal for a rec room, playroom, or home theater. Outside, you'll find a fenced-in side yard, a charming patio area, and a smaller fenced section—perfect for pets or a private retreat. Don't miss the thoughtfully designed raised garden beds, ready for your green thumb. A spacious 2-car attached garage rounds out this impressive home. This one won’t last long—schedule your private showing today!
Sold for $230,000
$230,000
1005 Avenue F, Sterling, IL 61081
3beds
3,518sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1950
6,969.6 Square Feet Lot
$247,700 Zestimate®
$65/sqft
$1,130 Estimated rent
Home value
$247,700
$196,000 - $315,000
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Brand-new bathroomsFenced-in side yardRaised garden bedsCorner lotSpacious finished basementBright and airy interiorCharming patio area
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Listed by:
Jessica Lowry 815-315-2617,
Re/Max Of Rock Valley
Bought with:
NON-NWIAR Member
Northwest Illinois Alliance Of Realtors®
Source: NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS®,MLS#: 202503034
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 208
- Dimensions: 16 x 13
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
- Area: 154
- Dimensions: 14 x 11
Bedroom 3
- Level: Main
- Area: 121
- Dimensions: 11 x 11
Bedroom 4
- Level: Lower
- Area: 208
- Dimensions: 16 x 13
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 221
- Dimensions: 17 x 13
Family room
- Level: Lower
- Area: 770
- Dimensions: 35 x 22
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 110
- Dimensions: 11 x 10
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 320
- Dimensions: 20 x 16
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove/Cooktop, Washer, Electric Water Heater
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Basement: Full,Finished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,518
- Total interior livable area: 3,518 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,759
- Finished area below ground: 1,759
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Size: 6,969 sqft
- Features: City/Town
Details
- Parcel number: 1121162014
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick/Stone
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1950
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: City/Community
- Water: City/Community
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Sterling
- Subdivision: IL
Other
Other facts
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/14/2025 | Sold | $230,000+2.2%$65/sqft |
Source:  NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS® #202503034 Report a problem | ||
| 6/10/2025 | Pending sale | $225,000$64/sqft |
Source: NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS® #202503034 Report a problem | ||
| 6/6/2025 | Listed for sale | $225,000+95.7%$64/sqft |
Source: NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS® #202503034 Report a problem | ||
| 6/21/2023 | Sold | $115,000-30.3%$33/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 9/19/2022 | Listing removed | -- |
Source:  RE/MAX International Report a problem | ||
| 9/2/2022 | Price change | $165,000-2.9%$47/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11457553 Report a problem | ||
| 7/7/2022 | Listed for sale | $169,900$48/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11457553 Report a problem | ||
| 6/14/2022 | Pending sale | $169,900$48/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 6/3/2022 | Listed for sale | $169,900+506.8%$48/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 10/29/2021 | Sold | $28,000-66.5%$8/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 4/12/2016 | Sold | $83,500+1.8%$24/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 7/14/2014 | Sold | $82,000+0.1%$23/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 5/20/2014 | Listed for sale | $81,900+11.4%$23/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX Sauk Valley RMNI #123008 Report a problem | ||
| 2/6/2009 | Sold | $73,500-23%$21/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 5/11/2006 | Sold | $95,500$27/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $3,243 -11.2% | $37,099 +6.5% |
| 2023 | $3,651 +2.6% | $34,825 +4.5% |
| 2022 | $3,560 +41.7% | $33,319 +15% |
| 2021 | $2,513 +3.8% | $28,984 +3.6% |
| 2020 | $2,420 +1.1% | $27,969 +1.8% |
| 2019 | $2,393 +1% | $27,461 -0.2% |
| 2018 | $2,368 +0% | $27,505 +0.7% |
| 2017 | $2,368 +3.6% | $27,317 +3.3% |
| 2016 | $2,286 +28.2% | $26,437 +14.3% |
| 2015 | $1,783 +1% | $23,127 +2.3% |
| 2014 | $1,765 -1% | $22,613 -2.2% |
| 2013 | $1,783 +1.5% | $23,127 |
| 2012 | $1,757 +0.8% | $23,127 -2.6% |
| 2011 | $1,743 -1.7% | $23,752 -1.6% |
| 2010 | $1,773 -34% | $24,131 -28.4% |
| 2009 | $2,687 +4.5% | $33,706 +1.2% |
| 2008 | $2,573 +2.4% | $33,300 +4.3% |
| 2007 | $2,512 | $31,913 -3.3% |
| 2005 | -- | $33,001 |
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Neighborhood: 61081
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Washington Elementary SchoolGrades: 3-5Distance: 0.4 mi
- 4/10Challand Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1 mi
- 5/10Sterling High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.7 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Other/Outside Area
- Middle: Other/Outside Area
- High: Other/Outside Area
- District: Other/Outside Area
Source: NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS®. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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