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608 2nd Avenue

Sterling, IL 61081

$349,999 $1,475/Mo

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Overview

Bed

Bath

2,562

Sqft

Description

Your dream home is here! This stunning historic home has been completely renovated from top to bottom with exceptional craftsmanship, thoughtful design, and high-end finishes throughout. Offering 3 bedrooms, 1.5 luxurious bathrooms, and a detached one-car garage, this home perfectly blends its original historic character with modern luxury and convenience. Welcome guests or enjoy your morning coffee on the expansive covered front porch, the perfect place to relax and take in the charm of this beautiful home. Step inside and fall in love with the abundance of natural light streaming through the oversized windows. The main floor offers an incredible amount of living space, beginning with a beautifully updated living room featuring a custom TV accent wall with built-in display niches, designe r lighting, a tray ceiling with ambient lighting, and a modern ceiling fan. The open layout flows seamlessly into the spacious family room, where a beautiful original fireplace serves as a stunning focal point, preserving the home's historic charm while creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. The main level also features a spacious dining room perfect for hosting holiday dinners and family gatherings, along with a versatile bonus room ideal for a home office, library, playroom, or hobby room. The stunning designer kitchen is truly the heart of the home, featuring beautiful granite countertops, a center island, abundant cabinetry, premium finishes, and brand-new high-end Samsung stainless steel appliances. Just off the kitchen is a bright and inviting four-season room with its own dedicated heater, creating the perfect space for a morning coffee nook, reading lounge, sunroom, children's play area, home gym, or additional entertaining space that can be enjoyed comfortably year-round. Upstairs, you'll find three spacious bedrooms, a beautifully designed full bathroom, and the convenience of a second-floor laundry room complete with washer and dryer. The spacious primary bedroom includes an attached bonus room that offers endless possibilities-create a fourth bedroom, private nursery, home office, dressing room, workout space, or a relaxing retreat. Each room is equipped with its own powerful ceiling fan, providing year-round comfort and energy efficiency. The exceptionally clean basement offers tremendous storage space and features convenient walkout stairs, making it as functional as it is well maintained. Outside, the backyard provides plenty of room to enjoy outdoor activities, entertain guests, garden, or simply relax. Completing the property is a detached one-car garage offering additional storage and convenience. From the luxury bathrooms and designer lighting to the meticulous attention to detail throughout, this home offers the perfect combination of historic charm and today's most desired updates. Nearly every inch of this home has been transformed, giving it the feel of new construction while maintaining the character and craftsmanship that make historic homes so special. Beautifully updated, move-in ready, and priced to sell-this is a rare opportunity you won't want to miss!

Property Details

Property Type : Residential

Price : $349,999

AD Id : 79976766

MLS Id : MRD12661043

Beds : 3

Living Area Size : 2,562

Year Built : 1900

Garage : 1

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: 9

Interior Features

Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s), Bookcases, Granite Counters, Separate Dining Room, Pantry Roof: Asphalt Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Stainless Steel Appliance(s) Laundry Features: Upper Level, In Unit

Roofing Information

Asphalt
Flooring Information

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

Heating: Natural Gas, Steam Cooling: Other WaterSource: Public

Building Information

Year Built: 1900

Lot Information

Lot Dimensions: 50X135 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:$349999

Tax Information

Annual Tax: $3008.84 Tax Year: 2025 Parcel Number: 11214120030000 Tax Exemption: Homeowner

Parking Information

Total Parking: 1 Concrete, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage

Garage Information

Garage Space: 1

Homeowners Association Information

Included Fees: None

Utility Information

Sewer: Public Sewer Water Source: Public
Location Information

City: Sterling Direction: North on Locust St. Turn Right on E 6th. Left onto2nd Ave-House on your right.

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MLS: MRED #12661043 LISTED BY: Flyura Kuchiyeva, @properties Christies International Real Estate 630-634-0700 SOURCE: Midwest Real Estate Data LLC (MRED) (Listings courtesy of Midwest Real Estate Data LLC (MRED) as distributed by MLS GRID)