$270,000
SOLD FEB 27, 2026

1905 E 23rd St Sterling, IL 61081

4 Beds
2 Baths
1,377 Sq Ft
1985 Built

Recently Sold

$196 Per Sq Ft

4% Below List Price

90 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Open Floorplan
  • Recreation Room
  • Wood Flooring
  • Deck
  • Ranch Style House
  • Corner Lot

About This Home

As of February 2026

Move right into this beautifully updated ranch in an excellent Sterling location! Inside you'll find a spacious living room that opens to a gorgeous, modern floor plan. The kitchen is a showstopper with stunning quartz countertops, all appliances included, a breakfast bar, and a large dining area that overlooks the back deck. The main floor also offers a convenient laundry room that doubles as a functional mudroom. Both bathrooms have been thoughtfully updated - the main features a walk-in shower, while the master suite offers a shower/tub combo. You'll love the beautiful white oak engineered hardwood flooring and new thick baseboards throughout the main level. Additional highlights include a covered front patio, back deck, whole house generator, radon mitigation system, water softener, and RO system - all included. Downstairs, the basement impresses with a large family room, a spacious non-conforming 4th bedroom, ping pong table and a workshop area with new flooring and insulation. Updates continue throughout with top-of-the-line Marvin windows, new electrical, and new doors. Situated on a corner lot on approximately .40 acres. This home has it all - don't miss your chance to make it yours!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Chandra Howard

RE/MAX Sauk Valley Brokerage Phone: (815) 625-3722 License #471021384 Listed on: 10/28/2025

RE/MAX Sauk Valley

Co-Listed By

Ryne Howard

RE/MAX Sauk Valley Brokerage Phone: (815) 625-3722 License #471021383

Last Buyer's Agent

Patti Sword

RE/MAX Sauk Valley License #471002760

RE/MAX Sauk Valley

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $5,537

Year Built

  • Built in 1985 | Remodeled in 2024

Lot Details

  • Lot Dimensions are 125 x 137.54 x 125 x 137.60
  • Corner Lot

Parking

  • 3 Car Attached Garage
  • Parking Available
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Driveway
  • Parking Included in Price

Home Design

  • Ranch Style House
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Radon Mitigation System

Interior Spaces

  • 1,377 Sq Ft Home
  • Open Floorplan
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Mud Room
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Recreation Room
  • Workshop
  • Utility Room with Study Area
  • Wood Flooring

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4 Potential Bedrooms
  • Bathroom on Main Level
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on main level

Partially Finished Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Basement Storage

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Porch

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Power Generator
  • Water Purifier is Owned
  • Water Softener is Owned

Listing and Financial Details

  • Senior Tax Exemptions
  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$5,537

Year Built

Built in 1985 | Remodeled in 2024

Lot Details

0 Sq Ft Lot

Parking

3

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: 1985
  • Age: 31-40 Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: None
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): Yes
  • Rehab Year: 2024
  • Actual Status: Closed
  • SomePhotosVirtuallyStaged: No
  • Attribution Contact: (815) 625-3722
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Year Renovated: 2024

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Disposal, Water Purifier Owned, Water Softener
  • Basement: Partially Finished, Storage Space, Full
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Interior Amenities: 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath, Open Floorplan, Separate Dining Room
  • LivingArea: 1377
  • Other Equipment: Water-Softener Owned, Ceiling Fan(s), Radon Mitigation System, Generator
  • Room Type: Recreation Room, Workshop
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 1
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Total Sq Ft: 0

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • Lot Features: Corner Lot
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Porch
  • Waterfront: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 3
  • Parking Features: Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Driveway, Owned, Garage
  • ParkingTotal: 6

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
  • Laundry Features: Main Level
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Master Association Fee: No
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: None

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Lot Dimensions: 125 x 137.54 x 125 x 137.60
  • Rural (Y/N): N
  • Lot Size: .25-.49 Acre
  • Special Assessments: N
  • Zero Lot Line: No

Rental Info

  • Board Number: 19
  • Is Parking Included in Price: Yes

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 5536.94
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner,Senior,Other

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 28, 2025
Closed on
Feb 27, 2026
Sold by
James Helms
Bought by
Heeren Reed
Seller's Agent
Chandra Howard
RE/MAX Sauk Valley
Buyer's Agent
Patti Sword
RE/MAX Sauk Valley
List Price
$280,000
Sold Price
$270,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$10,000
-3.57%
Views
179

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
17.39%
Original Mortgage
$270,000
Outstanding Balance
$270,000
Interest Rate
6.25%
Mortgage Type
VA
Estimated Equity
$3,047

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 2, 2023
Closed on
Aug 21, 2023
Sold by
Long Joyce J
Bought by
Helms James
Seller's Agent
Myles Kukowski
RE/MAX Sauk Valley
Buyer's Agent
Chandra Howard
RE/MAX Sauk Valley
List Price
$174,900
Sold Price
$200,000
Premium/Discount to List
$25,100
14.35%
Views
14

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
12.65%
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 Type Sale Price Title Company
Special Warranty Deed $270,000 First American Title
Warranty Deed $200,000 None Listed On Document
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $270,000 VA
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
02/27/2026 02/27/26 Sold $270,000 -3.6% $196 / Sq Ft
01/26/2026 01/26/26 Pending -- -- --
01/26/2026 01/26/26 For Sale $280,000 +3.7% $203 / Sq Ft
01/22/2026 01/22/26 Off Market $270,000 -- --
01/22/2026 01/22/26 Pending -- -- --
01/12/2026 01/12/26 Price Changed $280,000 -3.4% $203 / Sq Ft
11/07/2025 11/07/25 Price Changed $290,000 -6.1% $211 / Sq Ft
10/28/2025 10/28/25 For Sale $309,000 +54.5% $224 / Sq Ft
08/21/2023 08/21/23 Sold $200,000 +14.4% $145 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
08/07/2023 08/07/23 Pending -- -- --
08/02/2023 08/02/23 For Sale $174,900 -- $127 / Sq Ft
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

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 $5,798 $66,604 $11,007 $55,597
2023 $3,351 $50,258 $10,332 $39,926
2022 $3,415 $48,084 $9,885 $38,199
2021 $3,495 $45,345 $9,322 $36,023
2020 $3,521 $43,756 $8,995 $34,761
2019 $3,563 $42,962 $8,832 $34,130
2018 $3,527 $43,031 $8,846 $34,185
2017 $3,525 $42,736 $8,785 $33,951
2016 $3,396 $41,359 $8,502 $32,857
2015 $3,279 $42,495 $8,736 $33,759
2014 $3,246 $41,552 $8,542 $33,010
2013 $3,279 $42,495 $8,736 $33,759
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 12505699

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 1115402032

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