$49,000
3 bd|1 ba|2k sqft
509 7th Ave, Sterling, IL 61081
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Closed
$160,000
511 7th Ave, Sterling, IL 61081
5beds
2,249sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1905
6,969.6 Square Feet Lot
$169,800 Zestimate®
$71/sqft
$1,424 Estimated rent
Home value
$169,800
$127,000 - $226,000
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Separate exterior entranceGenerously sized bedroomsQuiet corner lotElegant pocket doorsNewer dishwasher
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Listing updated:
Listing courtesy of:
Christina Miller 630-479-4825,
Baird & Warner,
John Petzke 847-322-9795,
Baird & Warner
Bought with:
Kira Goral
RE/MAX of Rock Valley
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12403497
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 168 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X12
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 208 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X13
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 196 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X14
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X11
Bedroom 5
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Main
- Area: 165 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X11
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Main
- Area: 208 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X13
Enclosed porch
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Main
- Area: 240 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20X12
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Table Space), Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 266 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19X14
Laundry
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 77 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X7
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Main
- Area: 195 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X13
Recreation room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 552 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 23X24
Heating
- Steam
Cooling
- Central Air, Small Duct High Velocity
Appliances
- Included: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Water Purifier Owned
- Laundry: Main Level, Electric Dryer Hookup
Features
- 1st Floor Bedroom, In-Law Floorplan, 1st Floor Full Bath, Special Millwork, Workshop
- Flooring: Hardwood, Carpet
- Doors: Storm Door(s), Pocket Door(s)
- Windows: Window Treatments, Drapes
- Basement: Finished,Full
- Attic: Pull Down Stair
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,466
- Total interior livable area: 2,249 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Brick Driveway, Side Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Garage, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached
- Garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 2
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Size: 6,969 sqft
- Dimensions: 49X135
- Features: Corner Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 11223050040000
- Special conditions: None
- Other equipment: Water-Softener Owned, Ceiling Fan(s)
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Steel Siding
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1905
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
Community
- Community features: Park, Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
Location
- Region: Sterling
HOA & financial
HOA
- Services included: None
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/29/2025 | Sold | $160,000+0.9%$71/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12403497 Report a problem | ||
| 11/25/2025 | Contingent | $158,500$70/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12403497 Report a problem | ||
| 11/18/2025 | Listed for sale | $158,500$70/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12403497 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $2,467 +9.3% | $34,662 +6.5% |
| 2023 | $2,258 +5% | $32,538 +4.5% |
| 2022 | $2,151 +7.2% | $31,131 +6% |
| 2021 | $2,007 +5.1% | $29,358 +3.6% |
| 2020 | $1,909 +1.8% | $28,330 +1.9% |
| 2019 | $1,875 +50.7% | $27,815 -0.2% |
| 2018 | $1,244 -0.9% | $27,859 +0.7% |
| 2017 | $1,255 -0.7% | $27,668 +3.3% |
| 2016 | $1,264 +7.4% | $26,776 -2.7% |
| 2015 | $1,176 +879.9% | $27,510 +2.3% |
| 2014 | $120 -89.8% | $26,900 -2.2% |
| 2013 | $1,176 +854.9% | $27,510 |
| 2012 | $123 -89.8% | $27,510 -2.6% |
| 2011 | $1,208 +0.4% | $28,254 -1.6% |
| 2010 | $1,203 +0.8% | $28,704 +1.8% |
| 2009 | $1,193 -8.8% | $28,199 +1.2% |
| 2008 | $1,308 -23% | $27,859 +4.3% |
| 2007 | $1,698 | $26,698 +2.9% |
| 2005 | -- | $25,935 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 61081
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Lincoln Elementary SchoolGrades: 3-5Distance: 0.6 mi
- 4/10Challand Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.7 mi
- 5/10Sterling High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.7 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Lincoln Elementary School
- Middle: Challand Middle School
- High: Sterling High School
- 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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