Welcome to this delightful 2-bedroom, 1-bath bungalow nestled in a quiet Sterling neighborhood. This home offers a spacious layout designed for comfortable everyday living. The oversized living room flows seamlessly into the open-concept kitchen (appliances stay but not warranted) and dining area-ideal for entertaining or simply enjoying cozy meals at home. You'll love the convenience of main-floor laundry and the abundance of natural light throughout. Step outside to a large, fully fenced-in yard, perfect for pets, gardening, or outdoor relaxation. An oversized one-car garage (new garage door 2024) provides plenty of room for parking plus additional storage or a workspace. Whether you're a first-time homebuyer or looking to downsize, this move-in ready gem offers comfort, functionality, and great value in a sought-after location. Don't miss your chance to make this sunny bungalow your new home-schedule your showing today! Updates include windows, siding, furnace, A/C, and water heater 2018. Appliances 2 years old.
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$90,000
1506 17th Ave, Sterling, IL 61081
2beds
698sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1949
7,100 Square Feet Lot
$96,600 Zestimate®
$129/sqft
$1,125 Estimated rent
Home value
$96,600
$75,000 - $124,000
$1,125/mo
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Large fully fenced-in yardMain-floor laundryAbundance of natural lightOpen-concept kitchenSpacious layoutDining area
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Listing updated:
Listing courtesy of:
Domini Buikema 815-772-6105,
Kophamer & Blean Realty
Bought with:
JD Gieson
RE/MAX of Rock Valley
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12404433
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Second
- Area: 156 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X13
Bedroom 2
- Level: Second
- Area: 156 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X13
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 156 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X12
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X11
Laundry
- Level: Main
- Area: 144 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X12
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 276 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X23
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Features
- Basement: Unfinished,Full
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 698 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: On Site, Detached, Garage
- Garage spaces: 1
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 1
Lot
- Size: 7,100 sqft
- Dimensions: 50X142
Details
- Parcel number: 11222020040000
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1949
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Sterling
HOA & financial
HOA
- Services included: None
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/28/2025 | Sold | $90,000+0.1%$129/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12404433 Report a problem | ||
| 6/30/2025 | Contingent | $89,900$129/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12404433 Report a problem | ||
| 6/27/2025 | Listed for sale | $89,900+24.6%$129/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12404433 Report a problem | ||
| 5/10/2023 | Sold | $72,123+20.2%$103/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11757099 Report a problem | ||
| 5/16/2018 | Sold | $60,000-4.6%$86/sqft |
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem | ||
| 4/4/2018 | Pending sale | $62,900$90/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX Sauk Valley #09872181 Report a problem | ||
| 3/2/2018 | Listed for sale | $62,900$90/sqft |
Source: Re/Max Sauk Valley #09872181 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $2,340 -16.4% | $28,440 +6.5% |
| 2023 | $2,799 +34% | $26,697 +4.5% |
| 2022 | $2,088 +5.6% | $25,543 +6% |
| 2021 | $1,978 +4.1% | $24,088 +3.6% |
| 2020 | $1,899 +1.3% | $23,244 +1.8% |
| 2019 | $1,875 -25.5% | $22,822 -0.2% |
| 2018 | $2,517 -0.2% | $22,858 +0.7% |
| 2017 | $2,522 +2.6% | $22,702 +3.3% |
| 2016 | $2,458 +4.6% | $21,970 -2.7% |
| 2015 | $2,350 +0.2% | $22,573 +2.3% |
| 2014 | $2,345 -0.2% | $22,072 -2.2% |
| 2013 | $2,350 +2.1% | $22,573 |
| 2012 | $2,302 +1.1% | $22,573 -2.6% |
| 2011 | $2,276 -1.2% | $23,183 -1.6% |
| 2010 | $2,303 +2.6% | $23,553 +1.8% |
| 2009 | $2,244 +7.3% | $23,139 +1.2% |
| 2008 | $2,092 +2.3% | $22,860 +4.3% |
| 2007 | $2,045 | $21,908 +2.9% |
| 2005 | -- | $21,282 |
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Neighborhood: 61081
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Lincoln Elementary SchoolGrades: 3-5Distance: 0.3 mi
- 4/10Challand Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.6 mi
- 5/10Sterling High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.8 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: 5
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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