Seller's Agent in 2026
Frank Murphy
RE/MAX
(815) 499-1590
67 Total Sales
716 Locust St Sterling, IL 61081
Estimated Value: $131,853 - $140,000
4
Beds
2
Baths
1,935
Sq Ft
$71/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Deck
- Gazebo
- 2 Car Detached Garage
- Corner Lot
- Formal Dining Room
- Living Room
About This Home
As of February 2026Historic 3-4 bedroom, 2 bath home in convenient Sterling location. New carpet on main floor, updated kitchen, heated side porch that leads to private deck, 2 car detached garage. Very nice family home.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
RE/MAX Sauk Valley Brokerage Phone: (815) 625-3722 License #475138591 Listed on: 10/06/2025
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $2,008
Year Built
- Built in 1840
Lot Details
- Lot Dimensions are 62.5x159x38.5
- Corner Lot
Parking
- 2 Car Detached Garage
- Parking Available
- Driveway
- Parking Included in Price
Home Design
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Asphalt Roof
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
Interior Spaces
- 1,935 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Family Room
- Living Room
- Formal Dining Room
- Unfinished Basement
- Partial Basement
- Range
Flooring
- Carpet
- Vinyl
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- 4 Potential Bedrooms
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Dryer
- Washer
Outdoor Features
- Deck
- Gazebo
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
Listing and Financial Details
- Senior Tax Exemptions
- Homeowner Tax Exemptions
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Oct 6, 2025
Closed on
Feb 20, 2026
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Frank Murphy
RE/MAX Sauk Valley
Buyer's Agent
Jori Mcrae
River Country Properties
List Price
$144,900
Sold Price
$140,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$4,900
-3.38%
Views
328
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
-$2,787
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-5.58%
Original Mortgage
$133,000
Outstanding Balance
$132,479
Interest Rate
6.13%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$4,734
Purchase Details
Listed on
May 4, 2015
Closed on
Jun 29, 2015
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Barbara Kophamer
RE/MAX Sauk Valley
Buyer's Agent
Jenni Dace
Judy Powell Realty
List Price
$74,900
Sold Price
$70,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$4,900
-6.54%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.72%
Original Mortgage
$56,000
Interest Rate
3.05%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
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Home Values in the Area
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Purchase History
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| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| $140,000 | First American Title | ||
| $70,000 | Nti |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $133,000 | ||
| Previous Owner | $56,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/20/2026 02/20/26 | Sold | $140,000 | -3.4% | $72 / Sq Ft | |
| 01/22/2026 01/22/26 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 01/01/2026 01/01/26 | For Sale | $144,900 | +3.5% | $75 / Sq Ft | |
| 12/31/2025 12/31/25 | Off Market | $140,000 | -- | -- | |
| 10/23/2025 10/23/25 | Price Changed | $144,900 | -6.5% | $75 / Sq Ft | |
| 10/06/2025 10/06/25 | For Sale | $154,900 | +121.3% | $80 / Sq Ft | |
| 06/29/2015 06/29/15 | Sold | $70,000 | -6.5% | $33 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 05/20/2015 05/20/15 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 05/04/2015 05/04/15 | For Sale | $74,900 | -- | $35 / 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 | $2,148 | $32,144 | $4,872 | $27,272 |
| 2024 | $2,008 | $30,259 | $4,586 | $25,673 |
| 2023 | $1,825 | $28,404 | $4,305 | $24,099 |
| 2022 | $2,263 | $27,176 | $4,119 | $23,057 |
| 2021 | $2,146 | $25,628 | $3,884 | $21,744 |
| 2020 | $2,063 | $24,730 | $3,748 | $20,982 |
| 2019 | $2,038 | $24,281 | $3,680 | $20,601 |
| 2018 | $2,017 | $24,320 | $3,686 | $20,634 |
| 2017 | $2,017 | $24,154 | $3,661 | $20,493 |
| 2016 | $1,944 | $23,376 | $3,543 | $19,833 |
| 2015 | $446 | $19,948 | $3,640 | $16,308 |
| 2014 | $455 | $19,505 | $3,559 | $15,946 |
| 2013 | $446 | $19,948 | $3,640 | $16,308 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Frank Murphy
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Jori Mcrae
Buyer's Agent in 2026
Jori Mcrae
River Country Properties
(815) 973-1197
103 Total Sales
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Barbara Kophamer
Seller's Agent in 2015
Barbara Kophamer
RE/MAX
(815) 200-5037
230 Total Sales
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Jenni Dace
J
Buyer's Agent in 2015
Jenni Dace
Judy Powell Realty
(815) 716-7675
322 Total Sales
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12488903
APN: 1121406001
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