This beautifully updated Cape Cod home blends timeless charm with modern convenience. Updated flooring, fresh paint, and stylish finishes throughout. The remodeled kitchen boasts modern cabinetry, sleek countertops, and new appliances-perfect for everyday living and entertaining. All new bath on the main level. Versatile upper-level space ideal for a primary suite with it's own new bath and walk-in closet, or a private home office. The dining area is perfectly positioned with a sliding door that opens to the enclosed back porch, creating a seamless connection. Recent upgrades include mechanicals (new furnace, central air and water heater), new fixtures, water lines, drains and new Metal roof on the garage. Full, usable basement for extra storage. Fenced backyard.
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Zestimate®
$154,000
708 W 12th St, Sterling, IL 61081
3beds
1,413sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1941
7,100 Square Feet Lot
$154,000 Zestimate®
$109/sqft
$1,366 Estimated rent
Home value
$154,000
$132,000 - $180,000
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Stylish finishes throughoutModern cabinetryFenced backyardSleek countertopsPrivate home officeEnclosed back porchFresh paint
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Listing updated:
Listing courtesy of:
Jennifer Dace 815-716-7675,
Judy Powell Realty
Bought with:
Jennifer Dace
Judy Powell Realty
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12598769
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Bathroom (Full)
- Level: Second
- Area: 250 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 25X10
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Wood Laminate)
- Level: Main
- Area: 130 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X10
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Wood Laminate)
- Level: Main
- Area: 100 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X10
Bonus room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 128 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X8
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Wood Laminate)
- Level: Main
- Area: 121 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X11
Enclosed porch
- Features: Flooring (Wood Laminate)
- Level: Main
- Area: 100 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X10
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Updated Kitchen), Flooring (Vinyl)
- Level: Main
- Area: 100 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X10
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Wood Laminate)
- Level: Main
- Area: 216 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18X12
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Electric Oven
Features
- Separate Dining Room
- Basement: Unfinished,Full
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 1,413 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Concrete, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
- Garage spaces: 1
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 1
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Size: 7,100 sqft
- Dimensions: 50X142
Details
- Parcel number: 11211530090000
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cape Cod
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Aluminum Siding
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1941
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 6/15/2026 | Sold | $154,000-3.7%$109/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12598769 Report a problem | ||
| 6/8/2026 | Pending sale | $159,900$113/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12598769 Report a problem | ||
| 5/17/2026 | Contingent | $159,900$113/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12598769 Report a problem | ||
| 5/13/2026 | Listed for sale | $159,900$113/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12598769 Report a problem | ||
| 5/2/2026 | Pending sale | $159,900$113/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12598769 Report a problem | ||
| 4/20/2026 | Listed for sale | $159,900$113/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12598769 Report a problem | ||
| 4/1/2026 | Contingent | $159,900$113/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12598769 Report a problem | ||
| 3/30/2026 | Listed for sale | $159,900+326.4%$113/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12598769 Report a problem | ||
| 12/5/2025 | Sold | $37,500-16.7%$27/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12508607 Report a problem | ||
| 11/13/2025 | Contingent | $45,000$32/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12508607 Report a problem | ||
| 10/31/2025 | Listed for sale | $45,000-24.4%$32/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12508607 Report a problem | ||
| 4/6/2016 | Sold | $59,500-7.8%$42/sqft |
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem | ||
| 2/23/2016 | Pending sale | $64,500$46/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX Sauk Valley #09135178 Report a problem | ||
| 2/9/2016 | Listed for sale | $64,500$46/sqft |
Source: Re/Max Sauk Valley #09135178 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $3,273 +5.9% | $31,386 +6.5% |
| 2023 | $3,089 +2.6% | $29,462 +4.5% |
| 2022 | $3,012 +33.8% | $28,188 +6% |
| 2021 | $2,250 +4% | $26,582 +3.6% |
| 2020 | $2,165 +1.2% | $25,651 +1.9% |
| 2019 | $2,139 +1% | $25,185 -0.2% |
| 2018 | $2,117 +0% | $25,225 +0.7% |
| 2017 | $2,116 -22% | $25,052 +3.3% |
| 2016 | $2,712 +1899.1% | $24,245 -2.7% |
| 2015 | $136 -2% | $24,910 +2.3% |
| 2014 | $138 +2% | $24,357 -2.2% |
| 2013 | $136 +488% | $24,910 |
| 2012 | $23 -89.8% | $24,910 -2.6% |
| 2011 | $226 +0.4% | $25,583 -1.6% |
| 2010 | $225 +0.8% | $25,991 +1.8% |
| 2009 | $223 -38% | $25,534 +1.2% |
| 2008 | $360 +1.5% | $25,226 +4.3% |
| 2007 | $355 | $24,176 +2.9% |
| 2005 | -- | $23,485 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 61081
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Washington Elementary SchoolGrades: 3-5Distance: 0.3 mi
- 4/10Challand Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1 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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