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1501 1st Avenue

Sterling, IL 61081
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Bed 5

Bed

Bath 3

Bath

SqFt3,049

Sqft

Want the feel of new construction without the new construction price? This stunning 5-bedroom home has been completely renovated-offering modern updates, spacious living, and incredible value. Extensively updated from top to bottom, including all new electrical, ductwork, HVAC, plus roof, windows, flooring, and more-giving you peace of mind for years to come. The dream kitchen is the heart of the home, featuring granite countertops, a large island, soft-close cabinetry, mosaic tile backsplash, tile flooring, walk in pantry, and an abundance of cabinet and counter space. The open layout offers over 1,000 sq ft of combined kitchen, dining and living space. The main floor also features a bright and inviting library, a cozy family room with a wood-burning fireplace, convenient main floor lau ndry, and a great mudroom just off the sliding glass doors. Upstairs, you'll find five spacious bedrooms, including a master suite with dual closets and a beautifully designed en suite featuring a double vanity and huge, custom tiled walk-in shower with bench. Additional highlights include a heated detached garage, fenced yard, and a full basement ready to be finished to your liking. The heated garage features a brand new roof (April 2026), new garage door and new electrical. Ideally located near the hospital, schools, parks, and shopping-this home truly has it all. Move-in ready, fully updated, and priced to sell-don't miss your opportunity!

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Detail Ic Property Details

Property Type : Residential

Price : $320,000

AD Id : 76382069

MLS Id : MRD12600145

Beds : 5

Living Area Size : 3,049

Year Built : 1946

Garage : 2

County : Whiteside

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Feature Features

  • Bedroom Information

    Total Bedroom: 5 Room Types: Bedroom 5, Library, Mud Room

    Bathroom Information

    Total Baths: 3 Full Baths: 2 Half Baths: 1

    Room Information

    Rooms Total: 10

    Interior Features

    Built-in Features, Open Floorplan, Granite Counters Appliances: Microwave, Dishwasher Laundry Features: Main Level
  • Flooring Information

    Flooring: Carpet Construction Materials: Aluminum Siding
  • Heating & Cooling

    Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air Cooling: Central Air WaterSource: Public

  • Building Information

    Year Built: 1946

  • Lot Information

    Lot Dimensions: 60 x 150 Lot Description: Corner Lot Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre

    Property Information

    Property Type: Residential Sub Type: Detached Single Type Detached: 2 Stories

  • Listing Price Information

    Original List Price:$350000

  • Tax Information

    Annual Tax: $4108.6 Tax Year: 2024 Parcel Number: 11212010190000 Tax Exemption: Homeowner

  • Parking Information

    Total Parking: 2 Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage Is Parking Included in Price: Yes

    Garage Information

    Garage Space: 2

    Homeowners Association Information

    Included Fees: None

  • Utility Information

    Sewer: Public Sewer Water Source: Public
  • Location Information

    City: Sterling Direction: Route 40 to E. 15th St. East to property. Located on corner of East 15th St. and 1st Ave.
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MLS: MRED #12600145 LISTED BY: Chandra Howard, RE/MAX Sauk Valley 815-625-3722 SOURCE: Midwest Real Estate Data LLC (MRED) (Listings courtesy of Midwest Real Estate Data LLC (MRED) as distributed by MLS GRID)

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