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Request Info1501 1st AvenueSterling, IL 61081
Single Family · 5 Beds · 2 Full Baths · 1 Half Bath · 3,049 Sq. ft.$320,000
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1501 1st Avenue Overview
- Time on Site:
- 97 days
- Visits:
- 6
Want the feel of new construction without the new construction price? This stunning 5-bedroom home has been completely renovated-offering modern updates, spacious living, and incredible value. Extensively updated from top to bottom, including all new electrical, ductwork, HVAC, plus roof, windows, flooring, and more-giving you peace of mind for years to come. The dream kitchen is the heart of the home, featuring granite countertops, a large island, soft-close cabinetry, mosaic tile backsplash, tile flooring, walk in pantry, and an abundance of cabinet and counter space. The open layout offers over 1,000 sq ft of combined kitchen, dining and living space. The main floor also features a bright and inviting library, a cozy family room with a wood-burning fireplace, convenient main floor laundry, and a great mudroom just off the sliding glass doors. Upstairs, you'll find five spacious bedrooms, including a master suite with dual closets and a beautifully designed en suite featuring a double vanity and huge, custom tiled walk-in shower with bench. Additional highlights include a heated detached garage, fenced yard, and a full basement ready to be finished to your liking. The heated garage features a brand new roof (April 2026), new garage door and new electrical. Ideally located near the hospital, schools, parks, and shopping-this home truly has it all. Move-in ready, fully updated, and priced to sell-don't miss your opportunity!
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1501 1st Avenue Facts & Features
- Type Single Family
- Sq. ft. 3,049
- Price/Sq.ft. $105
Details
General
Association/HOA
- Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
- Association Fee Includes: None
School Information
- School District: 5
Building Information
- New Construction: No
- Year Built: 1946
Location/Region
- County Or Parish: Whiteside
- MLS Area Major: Sterling
- Township: Sterling
Tax Information
- Tax Annual Amount: $4,108.60
- Tax Year: 2024
General Information
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Parcel Number: 11212010190000
- Property Type: Residential
- Special Listing Conditions: None
Interior
Building Information
- Approx. Total Finished SqFt.: 0
- Basement SqFt.: 1016
- Disability Access: No
- Total SqFt.: 0
Parking Information
- Garage Spaces: 2
Beds/Baths
- Bathrooms Full: 2
- Bathrooms Half: 1
- Bathrooms Total: 3
- Bedrooms Total: 5
- Bedrooms Possible: 5
Building Interior
- Fireplace Location: Family Room
General Information
- Appliances: Microwave, Dishwasher
- Basement: Unfinished, Partial
- Cooling: Central Air
- Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
- Fireplaces Total: 1
- Flooring: Carpet
- Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
- Interior Features: Built-in Features, Open Floorplan, Granite Counters
- Laundry Features: Main Level
- Living Area: 3049
- Living Area Source: Estimated
- Other Equipment: CO Detectors, Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump
- Rooms Total: 10
Exterior
Parking Information
- Parking Features: Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
- Parking Total: 2
Lot Information
- Additional Parcels: No
- Lot Features: Corner Lot
- Lot Size Dimensions: 60 x 150
- Water Source: Public
Waterfront/View
- Waterfront: No
Building Exterior/Construction
- Construction Materials: Aluminum Siding
General Information
- Sewer: Public Sewer
Room Information
Room: Dining Room
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 16X14
Room: Family Room
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 22X17
Room: Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 20X10
Room: Library
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 18X8
Room: Living Room
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 30X14
Room: Mud Room
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 11X8
- Level: N/A
- Level: N/A
- Level: N/A
- Level: N/A
- Level: N/A
- Level: N/A
- Level: N/A
Room: Laundry
- Level: N/A
Room: Bedroom 2
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 22X13
Room: Bedroom 3
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 14X13
Room: Bedroom 4
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 12X11
Room: Bedroom 5
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 10X8
Room: Master Bedroom
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 22X15
1501 1st Avenue Neighborhood
Community
61081 (STERLING) Demographics
44
Median Age
167
Population Density (per sq. mile)
30%
College Educated
$55,459
Estimated Median Income
5,999
Estimated Total Home Owners
2,660
Estimated Total Renters
69% / 31%
Estimated Owner / Renter Divide
2
Estimated Average Household Size
Schools
School data courtesy of LiveBy, Inc. School ratings are based on a scale of 1-5, with 5 being the highest rating and 1 being the lowest rating.1501 1st Avenue Monthly Cost
1501 1st Avenue Market Data
Based on the last 30 days in this zip code
$225,913
Average List Price
$126
Average Price per Square Foot
27
Properties Sold
76
Average Days on Market
61
Properties for Sale
1501 1st Avenue History
| Date | Value | Agent |
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| 6/6/2026Source: MRED | Active |
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| 6/1/2026Source: MRED | $320,000 -1.5% |
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| 6/1/2026Source: MRED | Price Change |
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| 4/15/2026Source: MRED | Active |
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| 4/10/2026Source: MRED | $325,000 -4.4% |
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| 4/6/2026Source: MRED | $340,000 -2.9% |
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| 4/6/2026Source: MRED | Price Change |
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| 3/29/2026Source: MRED | Active |
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| 3/24/2026Source: MRED | March 24, 2026 |
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| 6/20/2022Source: MRED | January 27, 2022 |