Is parking easy in Sterling, IL?

As of early 2026, 91% of users say parking is easy

Is a car needed in Sterling, IL?

As of early 2026, 85% of users say car is needed

Are yards well-kept in Sterling, IL?

As of early 2026, 84% of users say yards are well-kept

Is Sterling, IL dog-friendly?

As of early 2026, 83% of users say it's dog friendly

Does Sterling, IL have sidewalks?

As of early 2026, 74% of users say there are sidewalks

Do kids play outside in Sterling, IL?

As of early 2026, 72% of users say kids play outside

Does Sterling, IL show holiday spirit?

As of early 2026, 70% of users say there's holiday spirit

Would people walk alone at night in Sterling, IL?

As of early 2026, 69% of users say people would walk alone at night

Is Sterling, IL quiet?

As of early 2026, 63% of users say it's quiet

Are neighbors friendly in Sterling, IL?

As of early 2026, 53% of users say neighbors are friendly

Are the streets well-lit in Sterling, IL?

As of early 2026, 43% of users say streets are well-lit

Do residents of Sterling, IL plan to stay at least 5 years?

As of early 2026, 40% of users say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

Is Sterling, IL walkable to grocery stores?

As of early 2026, 36% of users say it's walkable to grocery stores

Is there wildlife in Sterling, IL?

As of early 2026, 36% of users say there's wildlife

Is Sterling, IL walkable to restaurants?

As of early 2026, 31% of users say it's walkable to restaurants

Are there community events in Sterling, IL?

As of early 2026, 21% of users say there are community events

Is Sterling a buyer's or seller's market?

Sterling is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.

What's the median sale price in Sterling?

The median sale price in Sterling is $152K. That is up $2.67K from the prior month.

What do residents say about Sterling?

Residents describe Sterling, IL as easy to park in, well-kept, and dog-friendly. Most residents say you need a car. See recently sold homes in Sterling, IL .

What are the closest schools to 101 E 3rd St?

The closest schools to 101 E 3rd St in Sterling, IL are Challand Middle School (rated 4/10), Jefferson Elementary School (Pre-K), Lincoln Elementary School (rated 5/10).

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101 E 3rd St, Sterling, IL 61081

Home Value

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Comparable sales

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Address	Distance	Property Type	Sold Price	Sold Date	Bed	Bath	Sqft
604 2nd Ave, Sterling, IL	0.25	Single-Family Home	$99,000	10/24/25	4	2	2,162
209 E 7th St, Sterling, IL	0.30	Single-Family Home	$40,000	07/31/26	2	1	850
706 2nd Ave, Sterling, IL	0.31	Single-Family Home	$178,000	09/25/26	4	1.5	1,960
8 E 7th St, Sterling, IL	0.31	Single-Family Home	$125,000	09/03/26		-	1,282
703 Park Pl, Sterling, IL	0.34	Single-Family Home	$51,500	07/27/26	2	1	968
109 6th Ave, Sterling, IL	0.34	Single-Family Home	$92,000	03/27/26	3	1	1,367
608 4th Ave, Sterling, IL	0.35	Single-Family Home	$144,000	04/13/26	3	2	1,292
606 Avenue C, Sterling, IL	0.37	Single-Family Home	$133,000	06/12/26	4	2.5	1,794
709 Park Pl, Sterling, IL	0.38	Single-Family Home	$58,000	06/04/26		-	1,411
505 6th Ave, Sterling, IL	0.38	Single-Family Home	$94,000	11/19/25	4	1.5	1,460

Nearby home prices

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Address	Distance	Price	Bed	Bath	Sqft	Status
218 1st Ave #2-5, Sterling, IL 61081	0.00	-	Studio	-	-	Off Market
101 E 3rd St, Sterling, IL 61081	0.00	$120,100	Studio	-	-	Off Market
218 1st Ave, Sterling, IL 61081	0.00	$129,200	Studio	-	-	Off Market
216 1st Ave, Sterling, IL 61081	0.01	-	-	-	-	Off Market
23 E 3rd St, Sterling, IL 61081	0.03	-	Studio	-	4,267	Off Market
21 E 3rd St, Sterling, IL 61081	0.04	-	-	-	-	Off Market
19 E 3rd St, Sterling, IL 61081	0.04	$129,800	Studio	-	-	Off Market
15 E 3rd St, Sterling, IL 61081	0.05	-	-	-	-	Off Market
14 E 3rd St, Sterling, IL 61081	0.06	$140,900	Studio	-	-	Off Market
310 2nd Ave, Sterling, IL 61081	0.07	-	Studio	-	7,000	Off Market
315 1st Ave, Sterling, IL 61081	0.07	-	Studio	-	8,556	Off Market
302 2nd Ave, Sterling, IL 61081	0.09	-	Studio	-	6,862	Off Market
E 4th St, Sterling, IL 61081	0.09	-	-	-	-	Off Market
312 Locust St, Sterling, IL 61081	0.09	$253,900	Studio	-	4,413	Off Market
403-405 E 2nd St, Sterling, IL 61081	0.10	$163,000	6	2	-	Off Market
110 2nd Ave, Sterling, IL 61081	0.11	-	Studio	-	6,700	Off Market
220 E 3rd St, Sterling, IL 61081	0.11	-	Studio	-	6,750	Off Market
201 3rd Ave, Sterling, IL 61081	0.12	$207,200	3	2	1,700	Off Market
224 E 3rd St, Sterling, IL 61081	0.12	-	-	-	-	Off Market
402 Locust St, Sterling, IL 61081	0.12	-	Studio	2	14,359	Off Market

Homes for rent near 101 E 3rd St

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412 4th Ave #1L,
Sterling, IL 61081
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4 bd
2 ba
1,600 sqft
503 6th Ave #B,
Sterling, IL 61081
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$700/mo
1 bd
1 ba
700 sqft
707 E 4th St,
Sterling, IL 61081
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$1,200/mo
3 bd
1.5 ba
904 6th Ave,
Sterling, IL 61081
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$900/mo
2 bd
1.5 ba
1003 6th Ave,
Sterling, IL 61081
NEW - 2 DAYS AGO
$900/mo
2 bd
1.5 ba
1003 6th Ave #1,
Sterling, IL 61081
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$1,250/mo
3 bd
1.5 ba
108 6th Ave,
Rock Falls, IL 61071
PET FRIENDLY
$850/mo
2 bd
1 ba
916-918 W 5th St,
Rock Falls, IL 61071
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$850/mo
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1 ba
916 W 5th St #D,
Rock Falls, IL 61071
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1 ba
455 sqft
1815 Locust St #4,
Sterling, IL 61081
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About this House

This single-family home is located at 101 E 3rd St, Sterling, IL. 101 E 3rd St is in Sterling, IL and in ZIP code 61081.

101 E 3rd St, Sterling, IL 61081 is a studio single-family home. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia.

Home Details for 101 E 3rd St

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Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family Home

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Market trends in Sterling

Last updated August 2026

Avg. sale price

$152K

$2.67KMoM

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Jefferson Elementary School
PK-2
Public
480 Students
Sterling Community Unit School District 5
NA
GreatSchools Rating
Parent Rating Average
my daughter goes to Jefferson, and the teachers there are great. I just wanted to point out that this sites student to teacher ratio is off. Its more like 24 students to 1 teacher.
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12y ago
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74% say there are sidewalks
70% say there's holiday spirit
53% say neighbors are friendly

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91 % Say parking is easy
85 % Say car is needed
84 % Say yards are well-kept
83 % Say it's dog friendly
74 % Say there are sidewalks
72 % Say kids play outside
70 % Say there's holiday spirit
69 % Say people would walk alone at night
63 % Say it's quiet
53 % Say neighbors are friendly
43 % Say streets are well-lit
40 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
36 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores
36 % Say there's wildlife
31 % Say it's walkable to restaurants
21 % Say there are community events

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"Grew up in sterling. Although there are some bad apples here and there, it’s a beautiful little town with lots of potential and a great education system! "
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"A good mix of small town but close enough to big city and access to interstate. City works to improve things, streets, bridges etc"
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"Hickory Hills 3 is a lovely neighborhood with young families, retired families and in between. Very safe neighborhood "
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"I live here and it is a wonderful community. Several safe,well maintained parks and good school system. Excellent hospital and clinics. We feel safe out at night on our daily walks. State of the art fitness center "
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"The houses are right on top of each other. So if you have a noisy dog it’s very noticeable. And a lot of people leave their cats to roam free. Good sized back yards. "
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"You have to walk or drive everywhere, public transportation is minimal...most industries have left the area, there are a few good jobs but most people commute 2 hours away to Chicago for work and live here due to it being cheaper. The real estate prices are driven by this in most cases. It's a great place for the elderly as there isn't much to do here."
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"Schools are great! Streets are clean and overall a sweet town. I was born and raised here so other than not having that much to do it’s not a bad town "
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"Sterling has some decent neighborhoods, but also some issues to be aware of. Local government enacts new legislation that may be impactful to homeowners, often"
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"we are in walking distance to Jefferson, Challand. Whiteside County Career Center and Sterling High school, close to the Hospital and the Duis Center, "
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Frequently asked questions about 101 E 3rd St

Is Sterling a buyer's or seller's market?
Sterling is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
What's the median sale price in Sterling?
The median sale price in Sterling is $152K. That is up $2.67K from the prior month.
What do residents say about Sterling?
Residents describe Sterling, IL as easy to park in, well-kept, and dog-friendly. Most residents say you need a car. See recently sold homes in Sterling, IL.
What are the closest schools to 101 E 3rd St?
The closest schools to 101 E 3rd St in Sterling, IL are Challand Middle School (rated 4/10), Jefferson Elementary School (Pre-K), Lincoln Elementary School (rated 5/10).

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Sterling, IL 61081
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Sterling, IL 61081
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412 4th Ave #1L,
Sterling, IL 61081
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1501 W 4th St #26,
Sterling, IL 61081
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406 Circle Dr #B,
Rock Falls, IL 61071
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$900/mo
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1003 6th Ave #1,
Sterling, IL 61081
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$850/mo
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1 ba
916 W 5th St #D,
Rock Falls, IL 61071
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1 ba
1201 Dixon Ave #F,
Rock Falls, IL 61071
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$825/mo
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438 Martin Rd #A,
Rock Falls, IL 61071
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Off Market Homes Near 101 E 3rd St

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SOLD
OCT 5, 2026
$125,000
4 bd
2 ba
1,682 sqft
1102 8th Ave,
Sterling, IL 61081
RE/MAX Sauk Valley
SOLD
OCT 5, 2026
$105,000
2 bd
1 ba
1,062 sqft
408 12th Ave,
Rock Falls, IL 61071
RE/MAX Sauk Valley
SOLD
OCT 5, 2026
$144,900
3 bd
1 ba
936 sqft
1304 11th Ave,
Rock Falls, IL 61071
Xtreme Realty
SOLD
OCT 2, 2026
$173,400
2 bd
2 ba
1,335 sqft
1507 Avenue F,
Sterling, IL 61081
RE/MAX Sauk Valley
SOLD
OCT 2, 2026
$69,500
3 bd
1 ba
1,064 sqft
601 9th Ave,
Rock Falls, IL 61071
Xtreme Realty
SOLD
OCT 2, 2026
$148,000
6 bd
2.5 ba
510 11th Ave,
Rock Falls, IL 61071
Xtreme Realty
SOLD
SEP 30, 2026
$42,900
2 bd
1 ba
862 sqft
1109 Harvey Dr,
Sterling, IL 61081
Judy Powell Realty
SOLD
SEP 30, 2026
$114,000
2 bd
1 ba
1,083 sqft
809 W 5th St,
Rock Falls, IL 61071
Xtreme Realty
SOLD
SEP 29, 2026
$26,000
4 bd
1 ba
2,053 sqft
912 Locust St,
Sterling, IL 61081
Judy Powell Realty
SOLD
SEP 29, 2026
$340,000
3 bd
2.5 ba
2,055 sqft
301 Stouffer Rd,
Sterling, IL 61081
United Real Estate - Chicago
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$325,000
3 bd
1.5 ba
2,562 sqft
608 2nd Ave,
Sterling, IL 61081
@properties Christies International Real Estate
$120,000
4 bd
2 ba
1,428 sqft
505 E 4th St,
Sterling, IL 61081
eXp Realty
$89,900
3 bd
1.5 ba
1,498 sqft
108 6th Ave,
Sterling, IL 61081
Xtreme Realty
$99,900
4 bd
1.5 ba
1,996 sqft
801 2nd Ave,
Sterling, IL 61081
Xtreme Realty
NEW - 14 HRS AGO
$140,000
3 bd
1 ba
1,472 sqft
510 6th Ave,
Sterling, IL 61081
Keller Williams Inspire
0.34 ACRES
$59,900
4 bd
1 ba
2,068 sqft
711 5th Ave,
Sterling, IL 61081
$258,000
3 bd
2.5 ba
2,560 sqft
810 Locust St,
Sterling, IL 61081
RE/MAX Sauk Valley
$69,900
3 bd
1 ba
1,196 sqft
410 W 5th St,
Sterling, IL 61081
Crawford Realty, LLC
AUCTION
Est. $115,200
4 bd
2 ba
1,863 sqft
1004 2nd Ave,
Sterling, IL 61081
$89,900
3 bd
1.5 ba
1,572 sqft
802 E 5th St,
Sterling, IL 61081
RE/MAX Sauk Valley
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