NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1009 Locust St Sterling, IL 61081

Estimated Value: $224,000 - $291,000

4 Beds
2 Baths
3,478 Sq Ft
$74/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold May 17, 2018

Last sale price $236,000 $68 Per Sq Ft

Est. 9% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,701/month

369 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Landscaped Professionally
  • Whirlpool Bathtub
  • Home Office
  • Wood Flooring
  • Corner Lot
  • Walk-In Pantry

About This Home

As of May 2018

IN A WORD....ELEGANT! This stately turn of the century home is one of the most admired homes in Sterling. All brick, 2 story home lovingly cared for through the years. All of the special architectural features you would expect, including beautiful casement work and woodwork throughout; 3 sets of pocket doors; a 4 level turret; leaded, beveled, and etched windows; an open front and side porches and so much more! The striking entry features a beautiful open staircase and mahogany floor. Gourmet kitchen with island cooking center. 4 bedrooms, plus a fully wired office (or 5th bedroom). Luxurious bath with jetted tub and double sinks. Walk up, floored attic. The full basement houses the laundry, wine cellar and game room, as well as plenty of storage. The 3 car garage has security system and heated workshop. As a bonus, there is a full rehab-able apartment or guest house above the garage/carriage house. Professionally landscaped corner lot. One year Home Warranty included.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Patti Sword

RE/MAX Sauk Valley License #471002760 Listed on: 04/11/2017

RE/MAX Sauk Valley

Last Buyer's Agent

Eric Bird

Bird Realty License #471002935

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • 1909

Lot Details

  • Landscaped Professionally
  • Corner Lot

Parking

  • Detached Garage
  • Heated Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Driveway
  • Parking Included in Price
  • Garage Is Owned

Home Design

  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof

Interior Spaces

  • Gas Log Fireplace
  • Home Office
  • Wood Flooring
  • Partially Finished Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Bar
  • Walk-In Pantry
  • Oven or Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • Bathroom on Main Level
  • Whirlpool Bathtub

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Two Heating Systems
  • Heating System Uses Gas

Listing and Financial Details

  • Senior Tax Exemptions
  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

1909

Lot Details

0

Parking

3

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • Age: 100+ Years
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Number Interior Fireplaces: 2
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Total Full or Half Bathrooms: 2
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Estimated Year Built: 1909
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner, Senior
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Year Built: 1909

Interior Features

  • Interior Property Features: Hardwood Floors, 1st Floor Full Bath
  • Number Of Rooms: 9
  • Living Room: Dimensions: 18X16, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Carpet
  • Appliances: Oven/Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal
  • Equipment: Humidifier, Water-Softener Owned, TV-Cable, Security System
  • Fireplace Details: Gas Logs
  • Attic: Full, Interior Stair
  • Fireplace Location: Family Room, Living Room
  • Basement: Full
  • Basement: Partially Finished
  • Bedrooms All Levels: 4
  • Bathroom Amenities: Whirlpool
  • Above Grade Bedrooms: 4
  • Dining Room: Dimensions: 17X15, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Carpet
  • Kitchen Type: Dimensions: 20X15, On Level: Main Level
  • Kitchen Type: Eating Area-Table Space, Island, Pantry-Closet
  • Additional Rooms: Office
  • Master Bedroom: Dimensions: 15X14, On Level: 2nd Level, Flooring: Carpet
  • Additional Room 1 Name: Office, Dimensions: 14X11, On Level: 2nd Level, Flooring: Hardwood
  • Bedroom 2: Dimensions: 13X13, On Level: 2nd Level, Flooring: Carpet
  • Bedroom 3: Dimensions: 14X14, On Level: 2nd Level, Flooring: Carpet
  • Bedroom 4: Dimensions: 13X9, On Level: 2nd Level, Flooring: Carpet
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 3478
  • Dining Room Type: Separate
  • Family Room: Dimensions: 19X14, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Carpet

Exterior Features

  • Lot Size: .25-.49 Acre
  • Exterior Building Type: Brick
  • Roof Type: Asphalt/Glass (Shingles)

Garage/Parking

  • Number of Cars: 3
  • Parking: Garage
  • Garage Type: Detached
  • Garage Details: Garage Door Opener(s), Heated
  • Garage On Site: Yes
  • Number Garage Spaces: 3
  • Driveway: Concrete
  • Parking Included In Price: Yes
  • Garage Ownership: Owned

Utilities

  • Air Conditioner: Central Air
  • Water: Public
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Heating Fuel: Gas, Forced Air, 2+ Sep Heating Systems

Schools

  • School District: 5
  • Junior High Dist: 5

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: 100X213
  • Lot Description: Corner, Landscaped Professionally
  • Parcel Identification Number: 11211870010000

Tax Info

  • Taxes: 5148

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 11, 2017
Closed on
May 17, 2018
Sold by
Linda K Bruce T
Bought by
Ernst Shane M and Ernst Fantasy
Seller's Agent
Patti Sword
RE/MAX Sauk Valley
Buyer's Agent
Eric Bird
Bird Realty
List Price
$259,900
Sold Price
$236,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$23,900
-9.2%
Total Days on Market
369
Current Estimated Value
$258,019

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$22,019
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.27%
Original Mortgage
$236,000
Interest Rate
4.4%
Mortgage Type
VA
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Ernst Shane M -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Ernst Shane M $233,208
Closed Ernst Shane M $235,660
Closed Ernst Shane M $237,395
Closed Ernst Shane M $236,000
Previous Owner Bruce Linda K $147,700
Previous Owner Bruce David R $154,900
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/17/2018 05/17/18 Sold $236,000 -1.6% $68 / Sq Ft
04/15/2018 04/15/18 Pending -- -- --
03/15/2018 03/15/18 Price Changed $239,900 -7.7% $69 / Sq Ft
10/26/2017 10/26/17 For Sale $259,900 0.0% $75 / Sq Ft
10/26/2017 10/26/17 Price Changed $259,900 +10.1% $75 / Sq Ft
10/25/2017 10/25/17 Off Market $236,000 -- --
08/29/2017 08/29/17 Price Changed $264,900 -3.6% $76 / Sq Ft
07/13/2017 07/13/17 For Sale $274,900 0.0% $79 / Sq Ft
07/13/2017 07/13/17 Price Changed $274,900 +16.5% $79 / Sq Ft
07/11/2017 07/11/17 Off Market $236,000 -- --
06/12/2017 06/12/17 Price Changed $279,900 -3.4% $80 / Sq Ft
04/11/2017 04/11/17 For Sale $289,900 -- $83 / 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 -- $98,543 $11,374 $87,169
2023 -- $92,503 $10,677 $81,826
2022 $0 $88,502 $10,215 $78,287
2021 $2,054 $83,461 $9,633 $73,828
2020 $2,054 $80,538 $9,296 $71,242
2019 $2,054 $79,075 $9,127 $69,948
2018 $2,054 $79,202 $9,142 $70,060
2017 $5,322 $58,905 $9,079 $49,826
2016 $5,146 $57,006 $8,786 $48,220
2015 $5,878 $67,459 $9,026 $58,433
2014 $5,840 $65,962 $8,826 $57,136
2013 $5,878 $67,459 $9,026 $58,433
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: MRD09592950

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 1121187001