Sterling, IL 1-Story Homes for Sale

Enjoy peaceful countryside views from this meticulously maintained ranch home situated on 0.81 acres in a desirable subdivision with private access to Lake Jude and a residents-only nature path. The main level features three bedrooms, while the finished basement offers a non-conforming fourth bedroom plus a spacious den that could easily serve as a fifth bedroom, home office, or hobby space. The

Chandra Howard 28 Real Estate LLC

Welcome to this exceptional one-owner brick ranch with a walkout basement, situated on approximately 2.2 acres in the highly sought-after Hillcrest Estates! Built with quality 2x6 construction and double insulation. Inside, you'll find generously sized bedrooms, including a spacious master suite featuring a tray ceiling, walk-in closet, and private ensuite bath. The main floor also offers a

Chandra Howard 28 Real Estate LLC

This affordable ranch-style home is a fantastic opportunity in a prime location, beautiful Indian Ridge Subdivision. Handy kitchen and separate dining room with sliders to the backyard. Featuring three spacious bedrooms, including a primary bedroom with a private 1/2 bath, it offers the convenience of main floor laundry. The lower level boasts a huge family room along with a second kitchen,

Patti Sword RE/MAX Sauk Valley

Own a little piece of paradise on the Rock River. This 1400 Sq. Ft. two bedroom Ranch home with over 200 feet of river frontage. Replacemnt windows(2024), remodeled bath with tiled shower, Corian counter tops in kitchen, repainted interior(2024), wood burning fireplace in living room with hardwood floors, 8 x 24 patio, 2.5 car garage with walk up attic, 8 x 10 shed, and a 12 x 18 (ready to be

Tim McCaslin RE/MAX Sauk Valley

Tucked away on a quiet, secluded dead-end street, this 3 bedroom ranch offers comfort and updates throughout. Features include an updated eat-in kitchen and bath with walk-in shower. New 6-panel doors and flooring. Breezeway with French doors leading to the fenced backyard with patio and shed. The full basement offers a family/rec room, half bath plus multiple storage rooms. Vinyl replacement

Jenni Dace Judy Powell Realty

Move in ready 2 bedroom, 2 bath condo. Galley style kitchen with new dishwasher. New furnace(2026). Central Air(2024). Water heater(2022). Water softener(2024). Master bedroom with full bath/tub shower setup. Second bedroom with slider door to patio, opens to fields in back. This is a 55 and older retirement community. HOA fees are applicable.

Tim McCaslin RE/MAX Sauk Valley

Adorable and Affordable! This 2 bedroom home is the perfect starter! Great living space with a spacious living and dining room. Plus the front porch has been converter to even more living space! Step saving kitchen includes stove, refrigerator and microwave. Back entry mud room. Full basement. Full bath with tub/shower. Roof - 2019. Back Door - 2026. Chain link fence - 2020. Water heater - 2019.

Patti Sword RE/MAX Sauk Valley

Welcome home. Step inside this beautifully updated space and you're greeted with natural light throughout. The living and dining areas have a great flow, perfect for relaxing evenings or hosting. Start your day in the stunningly updated kitchen, a great space to cook or gather. The enclosed front porch is the perfect spot for your morning tea/coffee or unwinding in the evening. New furnace and

Opal Sundrani Xtreme Realty

Welcome home to this spacious 4-bedroom, 2-bath family home offering plenty of room to grow. The large living room flows into the kitchen, complete with all appliances and an adjoining dinette area. The main floor features two bedrooms and a full bath, while the upper level offers two additional bedrooms, a second full bath, and a versatile landing area perfect for a home office, playroom, or

Jenni Dace Judy Powell Realty

BUILD NEW! Terry Wolf Construction is offering this NEW, QUALITY BUILT 3 bedroom, 2 bath, 2 car garage home with no steps in a great Sterling location. 1,545 sq.ft. of beautiful new finishes that you choose! This is a completed, quality PRE-BUILD sale. You choose the siding color, cabinets, hardware, paint, trim, and flooring! Construction to start upon signed agreement with the builder. Open

Patti Sword RE/MAX Sauk Valley

Cute as a button! This adorable, move-in ready home offers two main-floor bedrooms and a charming eat-in kitchen complete with cute built ins. The full basement provides tons of storage and offers excellent potential to be finished for additional living space. Outside, you'll find a spacious yard, an inviting patio, a detached one-car garage with an insulated garage door, and a storage shed with

Chandra Howard 28 Real Estate LLC

Great opportunity to own a well-cared-for ranch home just outside the city limits. This 3-bedroom ranch home features an updated eat-in kitchen with new cabinets, countertops, sink, appliances, and windows, all completed in 2020. The bathroom has a newer vanity, and the master bedroom has a new window. In 2025, the home underwent an exterior facelift with new siding all around and a freshly

Lee Bardier BARDIER & RAMIREZ Real Estate, LLC

Don't miss this move in ready 2 bedroom, 1 bath gem! This home has a spacious living room perfect for relaxing or entertaining, along with an eat in kitchen. Outside, you'll find a nicely sized yard and a detached one car garage. Custom windows throughout the home bring in beautiful natural light. Located close to schools and local parks, this home offers a combination of comfort, convenience,

Opal Sundrani Xtreme Realty

Pride of ownership shines throughout this well-maintained 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom home offering 1,736 sq ft on a spacious 0.60-acre lot. Lovingly cared for by the same owners for the past 42 years, this property features numerous major updates including replacement windows, well maintained kitchen, remodeled bathroom (2021), new roof (2016), furnace and central air (2016), and water softener

Myles Kukowski RE/MAX Sauk Valley

Hi there! I'm the cozy, move-in-ready condo you've been looking for, and I'd love to show you around. Don't let my two bedrooms fool you-I know how to make every square foot count! My open-concept layout keeps everyone connected, whether you're hosting family, catching up with friends, or simply enjoying a quiet morning coffee. Best of all! No stairs! That's right-I'm a slab home, so you can

Cindy Lopez RE/MAX Concepts Bettendorf

Welcome home! This beautifully maintained 3-bedroom house is truly move in ready. The updated kitchen is a dream for any home cook, offering abundant cabinet and countertop space, an island, and a built-in wine rack. A formal dining room provides the perfect setting for gatherings and shared meals. The bright, spacious living room invites you to relax and unwind, and newer flooring runs

Nelida Daily iFind Properties LLC

4 bedroom, 2 bathroom ranch home! This home features hardwood flooring, woodburning fireplace and two car attached garage. The roof was replaced in 2024 and the water heater in 2023. Conveniently located just blocks away from CGH and Kilgour park.

Alejandro Rivera RE/MAX Sauk Valley

This house is move in ready! This ranch style home offers 3 bedrooms and 1 full bath. It offers a nice laundry room right off the kitchen. Enjoy the fenced in backyard with an above ground pool!

Melissa Herrera United Country Sauk Valley Realty

3 Bedroom 2 story on level lot. Amenities include 3 bedrooms (1 on the main level), central air, 1 car garage, porch, formal dining room and a den.

Gary Williams Ruhl&Ruhl REALTORS Moline

Move right on into this charming 3-bedroom, 2 bath home in Sterling. Beautiful hardwood floors throughout, lots of new including a newer furnace and central air, front door and storm and a split unit A/C in the upstairs Master suite. Waterproofing being done in the basement by MidAmerica Waterproofing. You will be able to relax in the fully enclosed backyard with vinyl fencing. Radon Mitigation

Tracy DeVries Xtreme Realty

Ideally located on the edge of town, offering easy access to city amenities. Situated on almost 3 acres on a corner lot featuring an oversized driveway providing convenient access to the home and garages. Exceptional home offers a modern interior and boasts a flow-through living-dining area. Well-equipped updated kitchen offers top-of-the-line appliances and quartz countertops. The 2nd level

Jenni Dace Judy Powell Realty

Don't miss this rare opportunity to own this updated 3 bedroom, 3 bath home in a private setting, near Oppold Marina. Included with this property is a four car garage, and several buildings that offer tons and tons of storage, one building is 47 x 100 with sufficient height for motorhome storage and space for several boats that generates extra income. New parcel will be 7.3 acres more/or less.

Frank Murphy RE/MAX Sauk Valley

Beautiful 3 bedroom brick ranch in a convenient location near Schools, the Hospital and more! Generous sized rooms and well-designed floor plan offer comfortable living and easy flow throughout. Spacious living room with gas fireplace, main floor family room, kitchen has the appliances included. You'll love the large laundry/breezeway with Cherry cabinetry, walk-in closets, built-in storage and

Jenni Dace Judy Powell Realty

Desirable Dimensions & Location! This brick ranch offers a spacious kitchen, living room with fireplace and lots of storage options. Also 5th non-conforming bedroom and bath. The garage offers space for up to three vehicles and a workshop. Located just a couple of blocks from schools on a corner lot with additional continuous lot totaling just under 1/2 acre. Give a call and come see how well it

Barbara Kophamer RE/MAX Sauk Valley

Welcome to easy, maintenance-free living in the desirable 55+ community of Cottage Acres! This tastefully decorated 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom condo offers comfort, style, and beautiful views. New front porch and sidewalk provides a great outdoor space. The spacious master suite features a walk-in closet and an updated walk-in shower. The bright kitchen offers Corian countertops, a glass tile

Chandra Howard 28 Real Estate LLC

Very cute 3 bedroom, 2 bath cape cod near Sterling Schools! This home has a fenced in yard, 1 car detached garage, and a full basement featuring a family room and a full bath! Newer vinyl laminate, main floor vinyl replacement windows, new dishwasher 2025, and water heater in 2022.

David DeVries Xtreme Realty

Pristine property in fantastic location! This 4-5 bedroom 2 bath home is in a very desirable location close to the hospital and schools. The main floor boasts a large & bright living room with fireplace and gorgeous hardwood floors (refinished in 2022) that extend into the formal dining room, a great breakfast room looking out over the backyard, and a truly enviable & upscale kitchen with quartz

Matt Hermes Heartland Realty 11 LLC

This beautiful home in a "country but close" subdivision offers an impressive array of features that make it an ideal home. This residence boasts three bedrooms with the potential for a fourth in the lower level, complemented by two full baths and two half baths. This ranch-style home includes an exposed lower level, enhancing its spaciousness. The living room is particularly inviting, featuring

Patti Sword RE/MAX Sauk Valley

Discover the potential in this 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom Sterling home. Spanning 1,000 square feet, this residence features a nearly new HVAC system (only 2 years old) and a reliable 10-year-old water heater, offering a solid head start on mechanical updates. Built in 1957, the home includes an detached garage and a spacious lot. While the exterior and interior invite your personal touch and creative

Kathleen Bak Gates and Gables Realty

A rare L. Morgan Yost designed mid-century modern home beautifully positioned on 3.5 wooded acres with mature trees, a winding creek, a garage sized shed and exceptional privacy. Built with enduring cement and brick construction, the residence embraces its natural setting through expansive floor-to-ceiling windows on both levels, filling the interiors with light and tranquil views. Vaulted

Ray Miller @properties Christie's International Real Estate

Over 11,100 daily traffic count on this part of Locust Street/IL Route #40 in Sterling. Located in the midst of commercial and service businesses, this property provides a perfect starting point with plenty of potential parking, access and exposure! Within the last few years, all new streets, curbs & gutters, traffic lights, street lights, etc. for a picture perfect transportation corridor in

Chris King United Country Sauk Valley Realty

This 4 bedroom, 2 full bath home is conveniently located ! Features include a full basement, 2 car detached garage, 2 zone heating/cooling systems for main level and upstairs, vinyl replacement windows, and hardwood floors. Seller is selling as is!

David DeVries Xtreme Realty

Don't miss the rare opportunity to purchase an affordable, well maintained home in the country! Located between Sterling and Milledgeville, this home offers 3 bedrooms and 2 full baths, included a master bath that was remodeled in 2026, a large living room and spacious kitchen. This home also features a main floor laundry, convenient back porch with storage, metal roof and many vinyl replacement

Eric Bird Bird Realty

A cute gem in Sterling that is within a short distance of schools, multiple parks, and the hospital. The home is located on a great corner lot. It can be an investment property or a perfect starter home. This home has had many improvements including, new decking, water heater, light fixtures, stove, and flooring. The main sewer line, running from the house to the city main was replaced (2024).

Opal Sundrani Xtreme Realty

Welcome to this spacious peaceful ranch home situated on over an acre at the edge of town, offering the perfect blend of country living and convenience. This well-maintained property features 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, a walkout basement, a 3-car garage, and hardwood floors throughout much of the main level. The primary bedroom includes dual closets for ample storage. The main bathroom features a

Larisa Melecio Real People Realty

This ranch-style home features 3 bedrooms and 1 bathroom with updates completed in 2022. This modern home includes a walk-in shower and offers convenient single-level living. New fridge and washer/dryer installed at the end of 2025. The roof is newer, providing added peace of mind for the next owner. Outside, you'll find mature trees and a fenced-in backyard ideal for everyday use, convenient

Chase Graham United Real Estate - Chicago