$283,000 - $320,000
RENTED JUL 14, 2025
1 Bed
1 Bath
880 Sq Ft
2001 Built

Last Sold September 13, 2019

Last sale price $238,000 $270 Per Sq Ft

Est. 27% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,973/month

Highlights

  • Doorman
  • 2-minute walk to Merchandise Mart Station
  • Corner Lot
  • Fitness Center
  • Wood Flooring
  • Community Pool

About This Home

As of July 2025

Check out this spacious, 1-bedroom unit in The Sterling, located in the heart of River North! The kitchen features newer stainless steel appliances (2019) and a breakfast bar that opens into a generous living/dining area. Highlights include beautiful new hardwood floors throughout, in-unit washer and dryer, abundant natural light, a private balcony, and ample storage-including an additional storage cage. Enjoy full access to building amenities, such as an outdoor pool, tennis court, BBQ area, fire pit with seating, dog run, fitness center, bike storage, 24-hour doorman, and on-site maintenance and management. Conveniently located near CVS, 7-Eleven, dry cleaners, Subway, the Loop, shopping, nightlife, and entertainment. Rent covers heat, air conditioning, water, cable, and internet. Call today for a showing!

Last Agent to Rent the Property

John Floros

Fulton Grace Realty License #475167136 Listed on: 05/31/2025

Fulton Grace Realty

Co-Listed By

Cristina Dusa

Fulton Grace Realty License #475178893

Last Renter's Agent

Joanne Marzano

Coldwell Banker Realty License #475134078

Coldwell Banker Realty

Condo Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,893

Year Built

  • Built in 2001

Lot Details

  • Dog Run

Home Design

  • Concrete Block And Stucco Construction

Interior Spaces

  • 880 Sq Ft Home
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Family Room
  • Combination Dining and Living Room
  • Storage
  • Wood Flooring

Kitchen

  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 1 Bedroom
  • 1 Potential Bedroom
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Washer

Home Security

Outdoor Features

  • Fire Pit
  • Pergola
  • Outdoor Grill

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Lake Michigan Water
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Property Available on 8/1/23
  • Rent includes cable TV, heat, water, scavenger, air conditioning, wi-fi
  • 12 Month Lease Term

Community Details

Overview

  • 389 Units
  • Mollie Johnstone Association, Phone Number (312) 494-9865
  • High-Rise Condominium
  • The Sterling Subdivision
  • Property managed by Community Specialists
  • 48-Story Property

Amenities

  • Doorman
  • Valet Parking
  • Sundeck
  • Restaurant
  • Service Elevator
  • Package Room
  • Community Storage Space
  • Elevator

Recreation

  • Bike Trail

Pet Policy

  • No Pets Allowed

Security

  • Resident Manager or Management On Site
  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors
  • Fire Sprinkler System

Condo Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,893

Year Built

Built in 2001

Lot Details

0

Rental Info

  • Available Date: 2023-08-01
  • Lease Term: 12 Months
  • Board Approval: No
  • Board Number: 8
  • Pets Allowed (Y/N): No
  • Rental Price: 2550
  • Fees/Approvals: Credit Report,Move-in Fee,Move Out Fee

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential Lease
  • Property Type: Residential Lease
  • Type Attached: Condo,High Rise (7+ Stories)
  • EntryLevel: 4
  • Property Attached: Yes
  • Property Sub-Type: Condo,High Rise (7+ Stories)
  • Subdivision Name: The Sterling
  • Year Built: 2001
  • Age: 21-25 Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: Commuter Bus,Commuter Train,Non-Smoking Unit
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): No
  • MRD_WaterViewYN: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Condos
  • Stories: 48

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Disposal
  • Basement: None
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 1
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Furnished: No
  • Interior Amenities: Elevator, Storage
  • LivingArea: 880
  • Other Equipment: Fire Sprinklers, CO Detectors
  • Room Type: Balcony/Porch/Lanai, Foyer
  • Stories Total: 48
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Dining Room: Combined w/ LivRm
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Basement Sq Ft: 0
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Flooring: Hardwood

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Concrete
  • ExteriorFeatures: Balcony, Dog Run, Outdoor Grill, Fire Pit
  • List Price: 2550
  • Lot Features: Corner Lot
  • OtherStructures: Pergola
  • Waterfront: No

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Laundry Features: Washer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup, In Unit, Laundry Closet
  • Utilities: Cable Available
  • Water Source: Lake Michigan

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Amenities: Bike Room/Bike Trails, Door Person, Elevator(s), Exercise Room, Storage, On Site Manager/Engineer, Sundeck, Pool, Receiving Room, Restaurant, Service Elevator(s), Tennis Court(s), Valet/Cleaner
  • Rent Includes: Cable TV, Heat, Water, Scavenger, Air Conditioning, Wi-Fi
  • Management: Manager On-site,Monday through Friday
  • Management Company: Community Specialists
  • Management Contact Name: Mollie Johnstone
  • Management Phone: 312-494-9865

Schools

  • Middle/Junior School District: 299

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: COMMON
  • Rural (Y/N): N

Multi Family

  • Units in Building: 389

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 31, 2019
Closed on
Sep 13, 2019
Sold by
Chen Barbara and Tang Xiang Cheng
Bought by
Bobo Steve
Seller's Agent
Dalal Masri
Urban Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Nick Nastos
Fulton Grace Realty
List Price
$245,000
Sold Price
$238,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$7,000
-2.86%
Current Estimated Value
$301,232

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$63,232
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.03%
Original Mortgage
$158,000
Outstanding Balance
$139,898
Interest Rate
3.6%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$160,665

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 25, 2002
Sold by
Sterling Residences Llc
Bought by
Tang Xiang Cheng and Chen Barbara

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$168,000
Interest Rate
5.62%
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Bobo Steve $238,000 Chicago Title
Tang Xiang Cheng $210,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Bobo Steve $158,000
Previous Owner Tang Xiangcheng $160,000
Previous Owner Tang Xiang Cheng $167,000
Previous Owner Tang Xiangcheng $168,000
Previous Owner Tang Xiang Cheng $168,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/14/2025 07/14/25 Rented $2,550 0.0% --
07/08/2025 07/08/25 Under Contract -- -- --
05/31/2025 05/31/25 For Rent $2,550 +8.5% --
06/23/2023 06/23/23 Rented $2,350 -4.1% --
06/20/2023 06/20/23 Off Market $2,450 -- --
06/19/2023 06/19/23 Price Changed $2,450 0.0% $3 / Sq Ft
06/19/2023 06/19/23 For Rent $2,450 +16.7% --
06/19/2023 06/19/23 Off Market $2,100 -- --
06/16/2023 06/16/23 For Rent $2,100 0.0% --
09/13/2019 09/13/19 Sold $238,000 -2.9% $270 / Sq Ft
08/07/2019 08/07/19 For Sale $245,000 +2.9% $278 / Sq Ft
08/05/2019 08/05/19 Off Market $238,000 -- --
08/02/2019 08/02/19 Pending -- -- --
07/31/2019 07/31/19 For Sale $245,000 -- $278 / 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 $3,893 $22,261 $677 $21,584
2023 $3,773 $21,768 $547 $21,221
2022 $3,773 $21,768 $547 $21,221
2021 $3,707 $21,766 $546 $21,220
2020 $3,702 $19,721 $421 $19,300
2019 $4,302 $21,410 $421 $20,989
2018 $4,229 $21,410 $421 $20,989
2017 $3,727 $17,312 $358 $16,954
2016 $3,467 $17,312 $358 $16,954
2015 $3,172 $17,312 $358 $16,954
2014 $2,317 $12,486 $280 $12,206
2013 $2,271 $12,486 $280 $12,206
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 12380601

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 17-09-406-054-1370