Situated on a spacious double city lot, this charming bungalow is full of potential but the oversized 2-car garage (26x30) steals the show! Built in 2022, this impressive space is perfect for a workshop, hobby area, or the ultimate hangout spot. An additional brand-new (2024) 8x8 shed offers even more storage. Inside, the home features a warm and inviting layout with a cozy living room, dining room, and eat-in kitchen, along with three comfortable bedrooms and 1.25 baths. Recent updates, including new appliances (2024), stylish flooring, and modern finishes, add a fresh touch. Enjoy your morning coffee on the enclosed front porch or host summer gatherings on the spacious back deck. With endless opportunities both inside and out, this property is one you don't want to miss!
Sold for $120,000
$120,000
903 Avenue J, Sterling, IL 61081
3beds
1,106sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1938
0.37 Acres Lot
$130,900 Zestimate®
$108/sqft
$1,407 Estimated rent
Home value
$130,900
$102,000 - $168,000
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Comfortable bedroomsSpacious double city lotHobby areaWarm and inviting layoutEat-in kitchenEnclosed front porchDining room
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Listed by:
Courtney Martins,
Dc Rise Real Estate
Bought with:
NON-NWIAR Member
Northwest Illinois Alliance Of Realtors®
Source: NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS®,MLS#: 202500634
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 130
- Dimensions: 13 x 10
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
- Area: 88
- Dimensions: 11 x 8
Bedroom 3
- Level: Main
- Area: 110
- Dimensions: 11 x 10
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 112
- Dimensions: 14 x 8
Family room
- Level: Main
- Area: 143
- Dimensions: 13 x 11
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 112
- Dimensions: 14 x 8
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 168
- Dimensions: 14 x 12
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Refrigerator, Stove/Cooktop, Washer, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Basement: Full,Sump Pump
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,106
- Total interior livable area: 1,106 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,106
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached, Gravel
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Size: 0.37 Acres
- Features: City/Town
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 1120290014
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Siding, Cement Board
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- Year built: 1938
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: City/Community
- Water: City/Community
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Sterling
- Subdivision: IL
Other
Other facts
- Price range: $120K - $120K
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/21/2025 | Sold | $120,000-4%$108/sqft |
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| 3/14/2025 | Pending sale | $125,000$113/sqft |
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| 2/20/2025 | Price change | $125,000-3.8%$113/sqft |
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| 2/12/2025 | Listed for sale | $130,000$118/sqft |
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| 2/11/2025 | Listing removed | $130,000$118/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12199452 Report a problem | ||
| 1/31/2025 | Listed for sale | $130,000$118/sqft |
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| 1/17/2025 | Contingent | $130,000$118/sqft |
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| 12/30/2024 | Price change | $130,000-3.7%$118/sqft |
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| 11/26/2024 | Price change | $135,000-2.9%$122/sqft |
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| 11/13/2024 | Price change | $139,000-4.1%$126/sqft |
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| 11/8/2024 | Price change | $145,000-3.3%$131/sqft |
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| 10/29/2024 | Listed for sale | $149,900+114.1%$136/sqft |
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| 8/27/2021 | Sold | $70,000-6.5%$63/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #10906014 Report a problem | ||
| 6/14/2021 | Pending sale | $74,900$68/sqft |
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| 6/14/2021 | Contingent | $74,900$68/sqft |
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| 4/26/2021 | Price change | $74,900+7.8%$68/sqft |
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| 12/22/2020 | Listed for sale | $69,500$63/sqft |
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| 12/8/2020 | Pending sale | $69,500$63/sqft |
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| 11/10/2020 | Price change | $69,500-4.1%$63/sqft |
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| 11/6/2020 | Price change | $72,500-3.2%$66/sqft |
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| 10/15/2020 | Listed for sale | $74,900$68/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $2,006 +8.2% | $30,561 +29% |
| 2023 | $1,855 | $23,695 +4.5% |
| 2022 | -- | $22,670 +67% |
| 2021 | $1,484 +541.1% | $13,577 +3.6% |
| 2020 | $232 +15.6% | $13,102 +1.9% |
| 2019 | $200 +1.2% | $12,864 -0.2% |
| 2018 | $198 -73.8% | $12,884 +0.7% |
| 2017 | $755 +14.3% | $12,796 +7.5% |
| 2016 | $661 +1.8% | $11,906 -2.7% |
| 2015 | $649 +2.4% | $12,232 +2.3% |
| 2014 | $633 -2.4% | $11,961 -2.2% |
| 2013 | $649 +904.1% | $12,232 |
| 2012 | $65 -90% | $12,232 -2.6% |
| 2011 | $644 -2.6% | $12,563 -1.6% |
| 2010 | $662 +4.3% | $12,764 +1.8% |
| 2009 | $634 -3.8% | $12,539 +1.2% |
| 2008 | $660 +2.8% | $12,388 +4.3% |
| 2007 | $641 | $11,873 +2.9% |
| 2005 | -- | $11,534 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 61081
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Washington Elementary SchoolGrades: 3-5Distance: 0.5 mi
- 4/10Challand Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.3 mi
- 5/10Sterling High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Other/Outside Area
- Middle: Other/Outside Area
- High: Other/Outside Area
- District: Other/Outside Area
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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