1860's Italianate with all the special features you'd expect and more! Quality 4 bedroom, 3 bath home with a view of the Rock River. An ornately bracketed canopy entry and arched windows are features of the exterior of this stately all brick home with over 2,900 sq.ft. of living space. Enter the parlor, featuring open staircase, hardwood floor and 9' ceilings. Comfy living room with large windows overlooking the backyard and hardwood floor (area rug required). The adjacent main floor family room is carpeted and features crown molding and built in bookshelves. The family-sized kitchen and dining room with original maple floors, tons of maple cabinets, Wolf stove, recessed lighting, breakfast bar, new dishwasher and disposal, and large pantry closet is a dream come true! The sunroom with a great view has vaulted ceiling, skylights, gas heater and wall a/c for year 'round comfort. There is also a convenient main floor 3/4 bath. The upper level features 4 spacious bedrooms. The master suite features a beautiful, newer en suite with gorgeous onyx shower. Original light fixture and wardrobe in the 2nd bedroom. The handy 2nd floor laundry includes the washer and dryer. Full partially finished basement with gas fireplace, tons of storage, workshop, stairs to the exterior, and 4th bath (unfinished). Spacious outdoor living area with 22'x15' 2 tiered deck, patio area, fire pit and fireplace all overlooking the river. Legal access for off street parking on adjacent ComEd property. New front steps (2020). House painted in (2016). Roof (2010). On Demand water heater (2021). 120'x232' Lot with mature trees. If you love the fine details and comforting feel of an older home, you'll LOVE this home!
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$250,000
911 E 2nd St, Sterling, IL 61081
4beds
2,900sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1870
0.64 Acres Lot
$277,000 Zestimate®
$86/sqft
$1,698 Estimated rent
Home value
$277,000
$263,000 - $294,000
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Gas fireplaceOriginal light fixtureSpacious bedroomsMature treesMaster suiteLarge windowsArched windows
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Listing updated:
Listing courtesy of:
Patricia Sword 815-590-0130,
RE/MAX Sauk Valley
Bought with:
Heather Dauen
RE/MAX Sauk Valley
Markus Chavez
RE/MAX Sauk Valley
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12026997
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Bathroom (Full)
- Level: Second
- Area: 169 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X13
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 180 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X15
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 170 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X17
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 110 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X11
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 208 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X13
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Main
- Area: 225 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X15
Foyer
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 130 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X13
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Breakfast Bar, Eating Area-Table Space, Pantry-Closet), Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 160 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X16
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 210 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X15
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal
Features
- 1st Floor Full Bath
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Windows: Skylight(s)
- Basement: Partially Finished,Full
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Basement
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 2,900 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: No Garage, Off Site, Other, Garage
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Deck, Patio
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Water
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water
Lot
- Size: 0.64 Acres
- Dimensions: 120X232
- Features: Irregular Lot, Mature Trees
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 11223770050000
- Special conditions: None
- Other equipment: Water-Softener Owned, Ceiling Fan(s)
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1870
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 6/14/2024 | Sold | $250,000-8.4%$86/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12026997 Report a problem | ||
| 5/9/2024 | Contingent | $273,000$94/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12026997 Report a problem | ||
| 4/12/2024 | Listed for sale | $273,000+11.4%$94/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12026997 Report a problem | ||
| 9/16/2022 | Sold | $245,000+2.1%$84/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11489112 Report a problem | ||
| 8/15/2022 | Pending sale | $239,900$83/sqft |
Source:  RE/MAX International #11489112 Report a problem | ||
| 8/15/2022 | Contingent | $239,900$83/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11489112 Report a problem | ||
| 8/11/2022 | Listed for sale | $239,900$83/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11489112 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $6,014 +6.7% | $63,681 +6.5% |
| 2023 | $5,638 +71.3% | $59,778 +4.5% |
| 2022 | $3,291 +4.9% | $57,193 +64.8% |
| 2021 | $3,138 +3.7% | $34,704 +3.6% |
| 2020 | $3,028 +1% | $33,488 +1.8% |
| 2019 | $2,997 +1% | $32,880 -0.2% |
| 2018 | $2,966 0% | $32,933 +0.7% |
| 2017 | $2,967 +3.4% | $32,707 +3.3% |
| 2016 | $2,870 +3.9% | $31,653 -2.7% |
| 2015 | $2,761 +0.7% | $32,521 +2.3% |
| 2014 | $2,741 -0.7% | $31,799 -2.2% |
| 2013 | $2,761 +1.7% | $32,521 |
| 2012 | $2,715 +909% | $32,521 -2.6% |
| 2011 | $269 -90.2% | $33,401 -1.6% |
| 2010 | $2,732 +3% | $33,934 +1.8% |
| 2009 | $2,652 +4.4% | $33,337 +1.2% |
| 2008 | $2,539 +2.4% | $32,935 +4.3% |
| 2007 | $2,479 | $31,563 +2.9% |
| 2005 | -- | $30,661 |
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Neighborhood: 61081
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Lincoln Elementary SchoolGrades: 3-5Distance: 0.5 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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