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24165 Hillcrest Drive

Sterling, IL 61081

$255,000 $1,075/Mo

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Overview

Bed

Bath

1,300

Sqft

0.81

Acre(Lot)

Description

Enjoy peaceful countryside views from this meticulously maintained ranch home situated on 0.81 acres in a desirable subdivision with private access to Lake Jude and a residents-only nature path. The main level features three bedrooms, while the finished basement offers a non-conforming fourth bedroom plus a spacious den that could easily serve as a fifth bedroom, home office, or hobby space. The open-concept kitchen is equipped with stainless steel appliances and is open to the dining area and living room. The finished basement provides even more living space with a large family room, bonus room currently used as a workout area, and an abundance of storage throughout the home. The large attached garage features 220-volt service, a newer insulated garage door, and plenty of room for vehicl es, tools, and extra storage. As an added bonus, the riding lawn mower is included with the sale. Outside, you'll find a great patio perfect for relaxing or entertaining, and an L-shaped foundation already in place for a future pole building. This property combines the tranquility of country living with the benefits of a welcoming neighborhood-offering space, flexibility, and thoughtful updates both inside and out. It's been meticulously maintained. You won't want to miss it!

Property Details

Property Type : Residential

Price : $255,000

AD Id : 82027214

MLS Id : MRD12672640

Beds : 4

Lot Size : 0.81 Acre

Living Area Size : 1,300

Year Built : 1972

Garage : 2

County : Whiteside

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Features

Bedroom Information

Total Bedroom: 3 Room Types: Den, Bonus Room

Bathroom Information

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

Room Information

Rooms Total: 10

Interior Features

1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
Flooring Information

Flooring: Carpet Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding, Brick
Heating & Cooling

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

Building Information

Year Built: 1972

Lot Information

Lot Dimensions: 110 x 175 x 167 x 591.15 x 174.33 x 33 Lot Acres: 0.81 Lot Size: .50-.99 Acre

Property Information

Property Type: Residential Style: Ranch Sub Type: Detached Single Type Detached: 1 Story

Listing Price Information

Original List Price:$255000

Tax Information

Annual Tax: $3893.6 Tax Year: 2025 Parcel Number: 10111280010000 Tax Exemption: Homeowner,Senior

Parking Information

Total Parking: 6 Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Owned, Garage Is Parking Included in Price: Yes

Garage Information

Garage Space: 2

Homeowners Association Information

Included Fees: None

Utility Information

Sewer: Septic Tank Water Source: Well
Location Information

City: Sterling Direction: W. Science Ridge Rd to Tampico Rd- North East on Hillcrest Dr.

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MLS: MRED #12672640 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)