1402 7th Ave Sterling, IL 61081
2
Beds
1
Bath
1,031
Sq Ft
1941
Built
Highlights
- Ranch Style House
- Corner Lot
- Living Room
- Wood Flooring
- Patio
- Laundry Room
About This Home
As of August 2025Cozy two bedroom ranch home. This home has a full bathroom with a newer vanity and an updated kitchen with a bar top. The kitchen has a farmhouse sink, appliances, and crown molding. Appliances stay -refrigerator 2023, dishwasher, gas stove. The two bedrooms have hardwood flooring. The full basement is partially finished with a spacious family room. Laundry is located in the basement (washer 2024 and dryer stay). Water heater is 2 years old. 200 amp electrical system. The large two car heated garage is connected by a 10x8 breezeway that also leads to the fenced yard which has a shed. Roof- 2015. Located near Sterling schools and CGH!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
RE/MAX Sauk Valley License #475190887 Listed on: 01/14/2025
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $2,703
Year Built
- Built in 1941
Lot Details
- Lot Dimensions are 50 x 120
- Fenced
- Corner Lot
- Paved or Partially Paved Lot
Parking
- 2 Car Garage
- Driveway
- Parking Included in Price
Home Design
- Ranch Style House
- Asphalt Roof
Interior Spaces
- 1,031 Sq Ft Home
- Ceiling Fan
- Window Screens
- Family Room
- Living Room
- Dining Room
Kitchen
- Range
- Dishwasher
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Bedrooms
- 2 Potential Bedrooms
- Bathroom on Main Level
- 1 Full Bathroom
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Dryer
- Washer
Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Sump Pump
Outdoor Features
- Patio
- Shed
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
Listing and Financial Details
- Homeowner Tax Exemptions
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 6, 2017
Sold by
Densmore Thomas A and Densmore Loretta K
Bought by
Lenhart Jacob A
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$65,400
Outstanding Balance
$54,680
Interest Rate
4.21%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$67,275
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 16, 2017
Sold by
Fink William and Fink Danielle
Bought by
Densmore Thomas A and Densmore Loretta K
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$65,400
Outstanding Balance
$54,680
Interest Rate
4.21%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$67,275
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 15, 2014
Sold by
Frank Todd K and Frank Tina M
Bought by
Densmore Thomas A and Densmore Loretta K
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 26, 2007
Sold by
Schier Jason and Schier Cari
Bought by
Frank Todd K and Frank Tina M
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$75,951
Interest Rate
6.18%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $82,000 | Attorney | |
| Quit Claim Deed | -- | Attorney | |
| Warranty Deed | $78,500 | None Available | |
| Warranty Deed | $78,500 | None Available |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $65,400 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $72,800 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $75,951 | New Conventional |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/22/2025 08/22/25 | Sold | $124,500 | 0.0% | $121 / Sq Ft |
| 07/21/2025 07/21/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 06/15/2025 06/15/25 | Off Market | $124,500 | -- | -- |
| 04/15/2025 04/15/25 | Off Market | $124,500 | -- | -- |
| 01/22/2025 01/22/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 01/21/2025 01/21/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 01/16/2025 01/16/25 | For Sale | $124,900 | +0.3% | $121 / Sq Ft |
| 01/14/2025 01/14/25 | Off Market | $124,500 | -- | -- |
| 01/14/2025 01/14/25 | For Sale | $124,900 | -- | $121 / Sq Ft |
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $2,904 | $33,856 | $2,750 | $31,106 |
| 2023 | $2,703 | $31,780 | $2,581 | $29,199 |
| 2022 | $2,608 | $30,405 | $2,469 | $27,936 |
| 2021 | $2,479 | $28,673 | $2,328 | $26,345 |
| 2020 | $2,387 | $27,668 | $2,246 | $25,422 |
| 2019 | $2,360 | $27,165 | $2,205 | $24,960 |
| 2018 | $2,335 | $27,209 | $2,209 | $25,000 |
| 2017 | $2,335 | $27,023 | $2,194 | $24,829 |
| 2016 | $2,254 | $26,152 | $2,123 | $24,029 |
| 2015 | $2,173 | $26,869 | $2,181 | $24,688 |
| 2014 | $22 | $26,273 | $2,133 | $24,140 |
| 2013 | $2,173 | $26,869 | $2,181 | $24,688 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Alejandro Rivera
Seller's Agent in 2025
Alejandro Rivera
RE/MAX
(815) 631-1384
192 Total Sales
-
Kaila Trevino
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Kaila Trevino
eXp Realty
(815) 973-0809
18 Total Sales
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12270588
APN: 1122107005
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