NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1005 Avenue F Sterling, IL 61081

Estimated Value: $221,000 - $235,000

3 Beds
1 Bath
3,518 Sq Ft
$64/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold July 14, 2025

Last sale price $230,000 $65 Per Sq Ft

Est. 2% decrease in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,459/month

Highlights

  • Ranch Style House
  • Den
  • Living Room
  • Corner Lot
  • Patio
  • Laundry Room

About This Home

As of July 2025

Charming Updated Brick Ranch on Corner Lot in Sterling, IL! Welcome to this beautifully maintained 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom brick ranch-style home situated on a desirable corner lot in Sterling. This move-in-ready gem features stunning new flooring throughout and boasts major updates including a new roof and updated utilities (2021), plus a brand new water heater (2025) for added peace of mind. The home's bright and airy interior offers an inviting layout perfect for both everyday living and entertaining. Enjoy the fully updated kitchen, featuring modern finishes, and brand-new bathrooms that bring a fresh, contemporary feel. Step into the spacious finished basement-a fantastic space ideal for a rec room, playroom, or home theater. Outside, you'll find a fenced-in side yard, a charming patio area, and a smaller fenced section-perfect for pets or a private retreat. Don't miss the thoughtfully designed raised garden beds, ready for your green thumb. A spacious 2-car attached garage rounds out this impressive home. This one won't last long-schedule your private showing today!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Jessica Lowry

Re/Max of Rock Valley License #475.212072 Listed on: 06/08/2025

Re/Max of Rock Valley

Last Buyer's Agent

Alejandro Rivera

RE/MAX Sauk Valley License #475190887

RE/MAX Sauk Valley

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,243

Year Built

  • Built in 1950 | Remodeled in 2024

Lot Details

  • 6,970 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 50x142
  • Corner Lot

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage
  • Driveway
  • Parking Included in Price

Home Design

  • Ranch Style House
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Asphalt Roof
  • Steel Siding
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 3,518 Sq Ft Home
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Den
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House

Kitchen

  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 4 Potential Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Patio

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas

Listing and Financial Details

  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,243

Year Built

Built in 1950 | Remodeled in 2024

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Type Detached: 1 Story
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • ArchitecturalStyle: Ranch
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: 1 Story
  • Year Built: 1950
  • Age: 71-80 Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: School Bus Service
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): Yes
  • Rehab Year: 2024
  • Actual Status: Closed
  • SomePhotosVirtuallyStaged: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Year Renovated: 2024

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • Basement: Partially Finished, Egress Window, Full
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • LivingArea: 3518
  • Room Type: Den
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 3518
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 1
  • Total Sq Ft: 3518

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Steel Siding, Brick
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • Lot Features: Corner Lot
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Waterfront: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Concrete, On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
  • ParkingTotal: 2

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: None

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Acres: 0.16
  • Lot Dimensions: 50X142
  • Rural (Y/N): N
  • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Special Assessments: N

Rental Info

  • Board Number: 5
  • Is Parking Included in Price: Yes

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 3242.58
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 8, 2025
Closed on
Jul 14, 2025
Sold by
Verhulst Justin T and Verhulst Meghan
Bought by
Rodriguez William and Smith Marisa
Seller's Agent
Jessica Lowry
Re/Max of Rock Valley
Buyer's Agent
Alejandro Rivera
RE/MAX Sauk Valley
List Price
$225,000
Sold Price
$230,000
Premium/Discount to List
$5,000
2.22%
Views
30
Current Estimated Value
$226,348

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$3,652
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-3.49%
Original Mortgage
$184,000
Outstanding Balance
$183,659
Interest Rate
6.38%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$42,689

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 16, 2023
Sold by
Fth Holdings Llc
Bought by
Verhulst Justin and Verhulst Meghan

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$44,900
Interest Rate
7%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 26, 2018
Sold by
Molina-Dominguez Jose L
Bought by
Molina Theresa M

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 8, 2016
Sold by
Molina Dominguez Angel and Molina Selina R
Bought by
Molina Dominguez Jose L and Molina Theresa M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$85,861
Interest Rate
4%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 14, 2014
Sold by
Ullrich Chad and Ullrich Kerri
Bought by
Molina Dominguez Angel

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$84,300
Interest Rate
4.2%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 6, 2009
Sold by
Bird Eric
Bought by
Ulrich Chad and Ulrich Kerri

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 30, 2008
Sold by
Us Bank Na
Bought by
Bird Eric

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 2, 2008
Sold by
Cantu Rogelio
Bought by
Us Bank National Association

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 10, 2006
Sold by
Galvan Candelaria R
Bought by
Cantu Rogelio and Cantu Tania

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$76,400
Interest Rate
8.25%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Rodriguez William $230,000 None Listed On Document
Verhulst Justin $115,000 None Listed On Document
Molina Theresa M -- --
Molina Dominguez Jose L $83,500 Nti
Molina Dominguez Angel $82,000 None Available
Ulrich Chad $73,500 None Available
Bird Eric $58,500 None Available
Us Bank National Association -- None Available
Cantu Rogelio $95,500 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Rodriguez William $184,000
Previous Owner Verhulst Justin $44,900
Previous Owner Molina Dominguez Jose L $85,861
Previous Owner Molina Dominguez Angel $84,300
Previous Owner Cantu Rogelio $76,400
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
07/14/2025 07/14/25 Sold $230,000 +2.2% $65 / Sq Ft
06/08/2025 06/08/25 Pending -- -- --
06/08/2025 06/08/25 For Sale $225,000 -- $64 / Sq Ft
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2024 $3,243 $37,099 $4,586 $32,513
2023 $3,651 $34,825 $4,305 $30,520
2022 $3,560 $33,319 $4,119 $29,200
2021 $2,513 $28,984 $3,884 $25,100
2020 $2,420 $27,969 $3,748 $24,221
2019 $2,393 $27,461 $3,680 $23,781
2018 $2,368 $27,505 $3,686 $23,819
2017 $2,368 $27,317 $3,661 $23,656
2016 $2,286 $26,437 $3,543 $22,894
2015 $1,783 $23,127 $3,640 $19,487
2014 $1,765 $22,613 $3,559 $19,054
2013 $1,783 $23,127 $3,640 $19,487
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 12386610

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 1121162014