Welcome to this cute-as-a-button 1950s sterling charmer, a delightful two-bedroom home full of character. From the moment you enter the house through the front ramp access, you'll be greeted by original hardwood floors and various built-ins can be found throughout the house. The inviting living area flows effortlessly into an ample-sized kitchen, with cabinetry that offers enough space for your everyday cooking necessities. Both bedrooms are bright and offer plenty of light with equal amounts of charm. This house also features comfortable main floor living as the laundry room is located right off the kitchen. Step outside and imagine the possibilities with this home’s spacious backyard, including a great shed for all your yard tools, which is a true blank slate, ready for your creative vision. Whether it’s a lush garden, a patio for entertaining, or a custom outdoor retreat, the canvas is yours to shape. Don't miss out on this amazing opportunity to own this wonderful home. This property is being sold as is and all measurements are to be verified by the buyer.
Sold for $57,160
$57,160
608 12th Ave, Sterling, IL 61081
2beds
780sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1951
6,969.6 Square Feet Lot
$103,300 Zestimate®
$73/sqft
$1,190 Estimated rent
Home value
$103,300
$89,000 - $117,000
$1,190/mo
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Listed by:
Brandon Ennis 815-608-3516,
Berkshire Hathaway Homeservices Crosby Starck Re
Bought with:
NON-NWIAR Member
Northwest Illinois Alliance Of Realtors®
Source: NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS®,MLS#: 202504603
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 142.24
- Dimensions: 11.2 x 12.7
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
- Area: 87.4
- Dimensions: 9.5 x 9.2
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 95.94
- Dimensions: 8.2 x 11.7
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 208.62
- Dimensions: 17.1 x 12.2
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove/Cooktop, Washer, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Windows: Window Treatments
- Basement: Crawl Space
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 780
- Total interior livable area: 780 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 780
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1.5
- Parking features: Asphalt, Garage Door Opener
- Garage spaces: 1.5
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Wheel Chair Acc.
Lot
- Size: 6,969 sqft
- Features: City/Town
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 1122177018
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1951
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: City/Community
- Water: City/Community
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Sterling
- Subdivision: IL
Other
Other facts
- Price range: $57.2K - $57.2K
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/10/2025 | Sold | $57,160-23.8%$73/sqft |
Source:  NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS® #202504603 Report a problem | ||
| 8/22/2025 | Pending sale | $75,000$96/sqft |
Source: NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS® #202504603 Report a problem | ||
| 8/14/2025 | Price change | $75,000-11.8%$96/sqft |
Source: NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS® #202504603 Report a problem | ||
| 8/1/2025 | Listed for sale | $85,000+102.4%$109/sqft |
Source: NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS® #202504603 Report a problem | ||
| 3/31/2015 | Sold | $42,000-10.4%$54/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #08758052 Report a problem | ||
| 1/30/2015 | Pending sale | $46,900$60/sqft |
Source: Judy Powell Realty #08758052 Report a problem | ||
| 12/9/2014 | Price change | $46,900-6%$60/sqft |
Source: Judy Powell Realty #08758052 Report a problem | ||
| 11/25/2014 | Listed for sale | $49,900$64/sqft |
Source: Judy Powell Realty #08758052 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1,267 +9.5% | $18,154 +6.5% |
| 2023 | $1,158 +5.1% | $17,041 +4.5% |
| 2022 | $1,101 +7.4% | $16,304 +6% |
| 2021 | $1,025 +5.3% | $15,375 +3.6% |
| 2020 | $973 +1.9% | $14,836 +1.8% |
| 2019 | $955 +1% | $14,567 -0.2% |
| 2018 | $946 +0.3% | $14,591 +0.7% |
| 2017 | $943 +5.1% | $14,491 +3.3% |
| 2016 | $898 +797.9% | $14,024 -31.7% |
| 2015 | $100 +936.9% | $20,529 +2.3% |
| 2014 | $10 -90.4% | $20,073 -2.2% |
| 2013 | $100 -49.1% | $20,529 |
| 2012 | $196 +2% | $20,529 -2.6% |
| 2011 | $192 +0.4% | $21,085 -1.6% |
| 2010 | $192 +0.8% | $21,422 +1.8% |
| 2009 | $190 -42% | $21,046 +1.2% |
| 2008 | $328 +1.5% | $20,792 +4.4% |
| 2007 | $323 | $19,925 +2.9% |
| 2005 | -- | $19,356 |
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Neighborhood: 61081
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Lincoln Elementary SchoolGrades: 3-5Distance: 0.2 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
- Elementary: Franklin
- Middle: Challand
- High: Sterling HS
- District: Sterling School District #5
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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