$165,000
SOLD MAY 12, 2026

2408 16th Ave Sterling, IL 61081

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,600 Sq Ft
1960 Built

Sale Details

Date Sold: May 12, 2026

$103 Per Sq Ft

17% Below List Price

76 Days on Market

Highlights

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Laundry Room
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Living Room
  • 1-Story Property
  • 4-minute walk to Thomas Park

About This Home

As of May 2026

Charming brick ranch home located in Sterling, offering a peaceful country-like setting while still being close to town amenities. This well-maintained 3-bedroom home features an attached 2-car garage and a welcoming foyer that sets the tone as you enter. The spacious front living room provides a comfortable gathering space, while the nice-sized dining room-also ideal as a TV or flex room-adds versatility to the layout. The kitchen is conveniently connected to the main floor laundry for everyday ease. The primary bedroom includes a private full bathroom. Large closets and abundant storage are found throughout the home. Step outside to enjoy the brick patio overlooking open cornfields, offering a serene backdrop for relaxing or entertaining. This property combines comfort, functionality, and a quiet setting-an excellent place to call home. Appliances are included with the property but are not warranted. Buyer and Buyers agent to verify room measurements. Call/Text for your showing today!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Domini Buikema

Kophamer & Blean Realty License #475180969 Listed on: 01/21/2026

Last Buyer's Agent

Sherry Apollo

xr realty License #475135359

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $5,478

Year Built

  • Built in 1960

Lot Details

  • Lot Dimensions are 100x235

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Parking Available

Home Design

  • Brick Exterior Construction

Interior Spaces

  • 1,600 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Crawl Space
  • Laundry Room

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 Potential Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Utilities

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

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$5,478

Year Built

Built in 1960

Lot Details

0 Sq Ft Lot

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Type Detached: 1 Story
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: 1 Story
  • Year Built: 1960
  • Age: 61-70 Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: None
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): No
  • Actual Status: Closed
  • SomePhotosVirtuallyStaged: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Basement: Crawl Space
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • LivingArea: 1600
  • Room Type: No additional rooms
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Total Sq Ft: 0

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • Waterfront: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Yes, Attached, Garage
  • ParkingTotal: 2

Utilities

  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • 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 Dimensions: 100x235
  • Lot Size: .50-.99 Acre
  • Special Assessments: N

Rental Info

  • Board Number: 19

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 5478
  • Tax Year: 2024

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 21, 2026
Closed on
May 12, 2026
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Domini Buikema
Kophamer & Blean Realty
Buyer's Agent
Sherry Apollo
xr realty
List Price
$199,999
Sold Price
$165,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$34,999
-17.5%
Views
236

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
315.43%
Original Mortgage
$160,050
Outstanding Balance
$160,050
Interest Rate
5.77%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$19,669

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 8, 2012
Closed on
May 11, 2012
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Linda Sanders
Re/Max Sauk Valley
Buyer's Agent
Non Member
NON MEMBER
List Price
$139,500
Sold Price
$127,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$12,500
-8.96%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.89%
Original Mortgage
$101,600
Interest Rate
3.99%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Purchase History

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Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $110,000 Kenzley Title Group Inc
Warranty Deed $127,000 Sauk Valley Title
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $160,050 New Conventional
Previous Owner $101,600 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
05/12/2026 05/12/26 Sold $165,000 -8.3% $103 / Sq Ft
04/07/2026 04/07/26 Pending -- -- --
02/27/2026 02/27/26 Price Changed $180,000 -10.0% $113 / Sq Ft
01/21/2026 01/21/26 For Sale $199,999 +57.5% $125 / Sq Ft
05/11/2012 05/11/12 Sold $127,000 -9.0% $79 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
04/12/2012 04/12/12 Pending -- -- --
03/08/2012 03/08/12 For Sale $139,500 -- $87 / 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 $5,669 $55,816 $2,385 $53,431
2024 $5,478 $52,542 $2,245 $50,297
2023 $5,171 $49,321 $2,107 $47,214
2022 $5,042 $47,188 $2,016 $45,172
2021 $4,865 $44,500 $1,901 $42,599
2020 $4,730 $42,941 $1,834 $41,107
2019 $3,528 $42,161 $1,801 $40,360
2018 $3,495 $42,229 $1,804 $40,425
2017 $3,540 $41,940 $1,792 $40,148
2016 $3,455 $40,588 $1,734 $38,854
2015 $3,502 $41,702 $1,782 $39,920
2014 $3,454 $40,776 $1,742 $39,034
2013 $3,502 $41,702 $1,782 $39,920
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 12552223

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 1115251006

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