Charming Home Near the River - Move-In Ready! This cute, clean, and neat home is centrally located in town, close to the Rock River. Featuring 3 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, and 1,500 sq. ft. of living space, this property was completely renovated in 2014. The main level boasts an open-concept design with a spacious kitchen, dining, and living room area. You'll also find a convenient half bath and laundry room on this floor. Upstairs, there are three bedrooms and a full bathroom, offering a functional and comfortable layout for everyday living. Enjoy the privacy of the fenced-in backyard, perfect for relaxing or entertaining. With everything updated and ready to go, all that's left to do is move in! Don't miss out-this one won't last long! Call today to schedule your private showing.
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$112,000
209 12th Ave, Sterling, IL 61081
3beds
1,518sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1900
9,870 Square Feet Lot
$121,600 Zestimate®
$74/sqft
$1,254 Estimated rent
Home value
$121,600
$95,000 - $157,000
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Fenced-in backyardSpacious kitchenOpen-concept design
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Listing courtesy of:
Myles Kukowski 815-499-9932,
RE/MAX Sauk Valley
Bought with:
Non Member
NON MEMBER
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12277012
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 168 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X12
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X11
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 81 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9X9
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Table Space, Island), Flooring (Wood Laminate)
- Level: Main
- Area: 280 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20X14
Laundry
- Features: Flooring (Wood Laminate)
- Level: Main
- Area: 108 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X9
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Wood Laminate)
- Level: Main
- Area: 240 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X15
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator
Features
- Basement: Unfinished,Exterior Entry,Full
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 1,518 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: No Garage, On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
- Garage spaces: 3
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Porch
Lot
- Size: 9,870 sqft
- Dimensions: 70 X 141
Details
- Parcel number: 11224030040000
- Special conditions: None
- Other equipment: Ceiling Fan(s)
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1900
- Major remodel year: 2014
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
Location
- Region: Sterling
HOA & financial
HOA
- Services included: None
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/6/2025 | Sold | $112,000-5.9%$74/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12277012 Report a problem | ||
| 5/12/2025 | Contingent | $119,000$78/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12277012 Report a problem | ||
| 4/14/2025 | Price change | $119,000-4.7%$78/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12277012 Report a problem | ||
| 3/22/2025 | Price change | $124,900-3.8%$82/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12277012 Report a problem | ||
| 2/28/2025 | Listed for sale | $129,900$86/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12277012 Report a problem | ||
| 2/22/2025 | Contingent | $129,900$86/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12277012 Report a problem | ||
| 2/20/2025 | Price change | $129,900-7.1%$86/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12277012 Report a problem | ||
| 1/24/2025 | Listed for sale | $139,900+27.2%$92/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12277012 Report a problem | ||
| 8/17/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
Source:  MEL FOSTER CO. Report a problem | ||
| 5/5/2021 | Pending sale | $110,000$72/sqft |
Source: MEL FOSTER CO. #QC4220544 Report a problem | ||
| 4/15/2021 | Listed for sale | $110,000+14.7%$72/sqft |
Source: MEL FOSTER CO. #QC4220544 Report a problem | ||
| 1/2/2015 | Listing removed | $95,900$63/sqft |
Source: Xtreme Realty #123586 Report a problem | ||
| 12/17/2014 | Listed for sale | $95,900+6.7%$63/sqft |
Source: Xtreme Realty #123586 Report a problem | ||
| 12/16/2014 | Sold | $89,900+19.9%$59/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #08753400 Report a problem | ||
| 1/10/2011 | Sold | $75,000$49/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $3,346 +7.3% | $38,089 +6.5% |
| 2023 | $3,119 +3.5% | $35,754 +4.5% |
| 2022 | $3,014 +5% | $34,208 +6% |
| 2021 | $2,871 +3.7% | $32,259 +3.6% |
| 2020 | $2,768 +1.1% | $31,129 +1.8% |
| 2019 | $2,739 +43.8% | $30,564 -0.2% |
| 2018 | $1,904 +0.1% | $30,613 +0.7% |
| 2017 | $1,903 +3.8% | $30,403 +3.3% |
| 2016 | $1,833 +3.6% | $29,423 +27.9% |
| 2015 | $1,770 +1% | $22,999 +2.3% |
| 2014 | $1,752 -1% | $22,488 -2.2% |
| 2013 | $1,770 +1.5% | $22,999 |
| 2012 | $1,744 -24.8% | $22,999 -2.6% |
| 2011 | $2,319 +52.8% | $23,621 +52.2% |
| 2010 | $1,518 +2.6% | $15,523 +1.8% |
| 2009 | $1,479 +7.3% | $15,250 +1.2% |
| 2008 | $1,379 +2.3% | $15,066 +4.3% |
| 2007 | $1,348 | $14,439 +2.9% |
| 2005 | -- | $14,027 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 61081
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Lincoln Elementary SchoolGrades: 3-5Distance: 0.3 mi
- 4/10Challand Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.9 mi
- 5/10Sterling High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1 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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