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1305 W 3rd Street, Sterling, IL
Pride of ownership shines throughout this well-maintained 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom home offering 1,736 sq ft on a spacious 0.60-acre lot. Lovingly cared for by the same owners for the past 42 years, this property features numerous major updates including replacement windows, well maintained kitchen, remodeled bathroom (2021), new roof (2016), furnace and central air (2016), and water softener (2021). The walk-out basement adds exceptional living space with a large family room area and optional 5th bedroom, providing flexibility for guests, office space, or hobbies. Enjoy the convenience of first-floor laundry, a cozy living room fireplace, and great outdoor spaces including a welcoming front porch sitting area, 16x16 Trex deck (2021), fenced backyard, mature trees, and even a chicken coop. A 24x30 garage offers excellent storage and workspace. A truly move-in ready home with space, updates, and country-style charm.
Property Type
Single Family
Style
Cape Cod
Year Built
1920
Lot Size
0.65 acres
Price / Sqft
$107
Full Baths
1
Half Baths
1
MLS #
MRD12612543
Listing Type
Residential
Market
MRED
District
5
1305 W 3rd Street, Sterling, IL 61081 — Whiteside County
Myles Kukowski
RE/MAX Sauk Valley
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How this home compares across city, state, and national benchmarks
Listed at $185,000, this 4-bed house in Sterling is 72% above the Census median home value of $107,800 for Sterling. Compared to 5 other 4-bed homes in Sterling (averaging $231,980), this property is 20% below average. Illinois's median home value is $152,970, putting this listing 21% above the state benchmark. The U.S. national median home value is $334,900.
Where this listing falls among 25 homes for sale
Standout Features
Above Average
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Sterling has a population of 14,670 with a median household income of $52,647 and a homeownership rate of 61.8%. The median home value is $107,800 and the median rent is $780/mo.
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023, Fizbo listing data