Seller's Agent in 2025
Domini Buikema
Kophamer & Blean Realty
(815) 772-6105
131 Total Sales
1506 17th Ave Sterling, IL 61081
Estimated Value: $84,000 - $96,000
2
Beds
1
Bath
698
Sq Ft
$131/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- 1 Car Detached Garage
- Laundry Room
- Dining Room
- Living Room
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Family Room
About This Home
As of July 2025Welcome to this delightful 2-bedroom, 1-bath bungalow nestled in a quiet Sterling neighborhood. This home offers a spacious layout designed for comfortable everyday living. The oversized living room flows seamlessly into the open-concept kitchen (appliances stay but not warranted) and dining area-ideal for entertaining or simply enjoying cozy meals at home. You'll love the convenience of main-floor laundry and the abundance of natural light throughout. Step outside to a large, fully fenced-in yard, perfect for pets, gardening, or outdoor relaxation. An oversized one-car garage (new garage door 2024) provides plenty of room for parking plus additional storage or a workspace. Whether you're a first-time homebuyer or looking to downsize, this move-in ready gem offers comfort, functionality, and great value in a sought-after location. Don't miss your chance to make this sunny bungalow your new home-schedule your showing today! Updates include windows, siding, furnace, A/C, and water heater 2018. Appliances 2 years old.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Kophamer & Blean Realty License #475180969 Listed on: 06/27/2025
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $2,340
Year Built
- Built in 1949
Lot Details
- Lot Dimensions are 50x142
Parking
- 1 Car Detached Garage
Home Design
- Vinyl Siding
Interior Spaces
- 698 Sq Ft Home
- 1.5-Story Property
- Family Room
- Living Room
- Dining Room
- Unfinished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Laundry Room
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Bedrooms
- 2 Potential Bedrooms
- 1 Full Bathroom
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jun 27, 2025
Closed on
Jul 28, 2025
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Domini Buikema
Kophamer & Blean Realty
Buyer's Agent
JD Gieson
RE/MAX of Rock Valley
List Price
$89,900
Sold Price
$90,000
Premium/Discount to List
$100
0.11%
Views
18
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$1,571
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.90%
Original Mortgage
$72,000
Outstanding Balance
$71,939
Interest Rate
6.84%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$19,632
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 12, 2023
Closed on
May 1, 2023
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Brian Corwell
RE/MAX Sauk Valley
Buyer's Agent
Domini Buikema
Kophamer & Blean Realty
List Price
$69,900
Sold Price
$72,123
Premium/Discount to List
$2,223
3.18%
Views
111
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
10.49%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 25, 2023
Sold by
Bought by
Purchase Details
Listed on
Mar 2, 2018
Closed on
May 15, 2018
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Frank Murphy
RE/MAX Sauk Valley
Buyer's Agent
Chandra Howard
RE/MAX Sauk Valley
List Price
$62,900
Sold Price
$60,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$2,900
-4.61%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.34%
Original Mortgage
$60,101
Interest Rate
4.4%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
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| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| $90,000 | None Listed On Document | ||
| $72,123 | None Listed On Document | ||
| -- | -- | ||
| -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $72,000 | ||
| Previous Owner | $60,101 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/28/2025 07/28/25 | Sold | $90,000 | +0.1% | $129 / Sq Ft | |
| 06/29/2025 06/29/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 06/27/2025 06/27/25 | For Sale | $89,900 | +24.6% | $129 / Sq Ft | |
| 05/10/2023 05/10/23 | Sold | $72,123 | +3.2% | $69 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 04/27/2023 04/27/23 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 04/12/2023 04/12/23 | For Sale | $69,900 | +16.5% | $67 / Sq Ft | |
| 05/15/2018 05/15/18 | Sold | $60,000 | -4.6% | $58 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 04/04/2018 04/04/18 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 03/02/2018 03/02/18 | For Sale | $62,900 | -- | $61 / Sq Ft |
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
Tax History
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| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,459 | $30,212 | $3,508 | $26,704 |
| 2024 | $2,340 | $28,440 | $3,302 | $25,138 |
| 2023 | $2,799 | $26,697 | $3,100 | $23,597 |
| 2022 | $2,088 | $25,543 | $2,966 | $22,577 |
| 2021 | $1,978 | $24,088 | $2,797 | $21,291 |
| 2020 | $1,899 | $23,244 | $2,699 | $20,545 |
| 2019 | $1,875 | $22,822 | $2,650 | $20,172 |
| 2018 | $2,517 | $22,858 | $2,654 | $20,204 |
| 2017 | $2,522 | $22,702 | $2,636 | $20,066 |
| 2016 | $2,458 | $21,970 | $2,551 | $19,419 |
| 2015 | $2,350 | $22,573 | $2,621 | $19,952 |
| 2014 | $2,345 | $22,072 | $2,563 | $19,509 |
| 2013 | $2,350 | $22,573 | $2,621 | $19,952 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Domini Buikema
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JD Gieson
Buyer's Agent in 2025
JD Gieson
RE/MAX
(815) 677-1873
487 Total Sales
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Seller's Agent in 2023
Brian Corwell
RE/MAX
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Frank Murphy
Seller's Agent in 2018
Frank Murphy
RE/MAX
(815) 499-1590
68 Total Sales
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Chandra Howard
Buyer's Agent in 2018
Chandra Howard
RE/MAX
(815) 632-7909
179 Total Sales
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12404433
APN: 1122202004
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