$139,000
Original price: $145,000
4 Beds
1 Bath
1,200 sqft
1808 20th Ave, Sterling, IL 61081
Est. Mortgage $1,068/mo*
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Single-Family Home
Built in 1954
$116/sqft
1 Car Garage
Local Information
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- Schools1 Preschool School2 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
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About this House
Welcome to your next favorite spot in Sterling! This super cute 4-bedroom, 1-bath single-story home is packed with major upgrades, taking all the stress out of moving in. Move-In Ready Vibes: Upgraded laminate floors run throughout the entire house, giving it a clean, seamless look. Fresh Kitchen Perk: Comes with a brand-new fridge in the updated kitchen ready for all your snacks and groceries! Big-Ticket Upgrades Done: Enjoy peace of mind with a new furnace, central A/C, hot water tank, fresh gutters, and updated plumbing in both the kitchen and bathroom. Outdoor Living: The spacious, fully fenced backyard is perfect for dogs, BBQs, weekend gardening, or just chilling out. Tucked away in a quiet, established neighborhood, you're only minutes from downtown Sterling, Dixon, Rock Falls, the Rock River, and Sinnissippi Park. Whether you're catching sunset river views or running quick errands, everything is right around the corner. Solid updates, fantastic location, and tons of charm-come check it out before someone else snags it!
Last check for updates: about 2 hours ago
Listing courtesy of: Ron Donavon, (630) 740-5093
Keller Williams Inspire - Geneva
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#12564284
Also Listed on MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MRED as distributed by MLS GRID.
Home Details for 1808 20th Ave
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MLS Status: New |
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Interior Details Basement: NoneNumber of Rooms: 6Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room |
Beds & Baths Number of Bedrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms (full): 1 |
Dimensions and Layout Living Area: 1200 Square Feet |
Appliances & Utilities Appliances: Range, Microwave, Water SoftenerMicrowave |
Heating & Cooling Heating: Natural Gas,Forced AirHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Natural Gas |
Gas & Electric Electric: Circuit Breakers |
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 1Accessibility: No Disability Access |
View No View |
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Exterior Home Features Roof: AsphaltFoundation: Concrete Perimeter |
Parking & Garage Number of Garage Spaces: 1Number of Covered Spaces: 1Has a GarageHas an Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 1Parking: Concrete,Garage Door Opener,Yes,Garage Owned,Attached,Garage |
Frontage Not on Waterfront |
Water & Sewer Sewer: Public Sewer |
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Year Built Year Built: 1954 |
Property Type / Style Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Ranch |
Building Construction Materials: OtherNot a New ConstructionNo Additional ParcelsIs Habitable Residence |
Property Information Parcel Number: 11154290020000Model Home Type: Ranch |
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Price List Price: $139,000Price Per Sqft: $116 |
Status Change & Dates Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow |
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Direction & Address City: Sterling |
School Information Elementary School District: 5Jr High / Middle School District: 5High School District: 5 |
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Listing Agent Listing ID: 12564284 |
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Building Details Builder Model: Ranch |
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HOA Fee Includes: None |
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Lot Area: 9147.6 sqft |
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Special Conditions: None |
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Business Information Ownership: Fee Simple |
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Mls Number: 12564284Attribution Contact: (630) 740-5093Activation Date: Sun Sep 20 2026 |
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Source Internet Consumer CommentMRD SHARE WITH CLIENTS: YesSource Internet Entire Listing DisplayMRD IDX Comments Reviews: NoMRD Listing On IDX Display: YesMRD Address On VOW Display: YesMRD AVM On IDX Display: NoMRD Price History On IDX Display: NoMRD Market Time On IDX Display: NoSource Internet Address DisplayMRD REMARKSINTERNET: YesHide Days On Site DisplayHide Price History DisplayMRD Remarks On VOW Display: Yes |
Around this home
What Locals Say about Sterling
At least 80 Trulia users voted on each feature.
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
Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
Market trends in Sterling
Last updated August 2026
Avg. sale price
$152K
$2.67KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
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Price per sq ft
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Available listings
62
3MoM
Home Value
Trulia Estimate
$136KSince last month
Decreased$5K (-3.6%)Since last year
Increased$500 (+0.4%)Since last sale
Increased$4K (+2.9%)Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.
Trulia Estimate
The of this home's value increased by +81% in the last 10 years
| Month | Estimated value |
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2026 | |
| September 2026 | $136K |
| August 2026 | $141K |
| July 2026 | $143K |
| June 2026 | $144K |
| May 2026 | $142K |
| April 2026 | $142K |
| March 2026 | $141K |
| February 2026 | $141K |
| January 2026 | $142K |
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Comparable sales
These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.Address | Distance | Property Type | Sold Price | Sold Date | Bed | Bath | Sqft |
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0.15 | Single-Family Home | $140,000 | 04/07/26 | 3 | 1 | 1,200 | |
0.17 | Single-Family Home | $149,900 | 04/27/26 | 2 | 1 | 1,218 | |
0.25 | Single-Family Home | $120,000 | 10/24/25 | 3 | 1 | 1,140 | |
0.09 | Single-Family Home | $170,000 | 06/26/26 | 3 | 1.5 | 1,424 | |
0.35 | Single-Family Home | $114,000 | 06/01/26 | 3 | 1 | 1,031 | |
0.18 | Single-Family Home | $87,900 | 06/29/26 | 3 | 1 | 858 | |
0.07 | Single-Family Home | $195,000 | 06/26/26 | 3 | 1.5 | 1,750 | |
0.27 | Single-Family Home | $82,000 | 01/22/26 | 3 | 1 | 1,211 | |
0.28 | Single-Family Home | $125,000 | 06/30/26 | 2 | 1 | 976 |
Nearby home prices
Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.Address | Distance | Price | Bed | Bath | Sqft | Status |
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0.03 | $144,200 | 3 | 1 | 970 | Off Market | |
0.06 | $208,700 | 3 | 1.5 | 1,670 | Off Market | |
0.07 | $231,000 | 4 | 2.5 | 1,768 | Recently Sold | |
0.07 | $195,000 | 3 | 1.5 | 1,750 | Recently Sold | |
0.13 | $128,800 | 2 | 1 | 727 | Off Market | |
0.11 | $123,900 | 2 | 1 | 903 | Off Market | |
0.07 | $135,900 | 3 | 2 | 918 | Off Market | |
0.13 | $169,600 | 3 | 1 | 1,537 | Off Market | |
0.08 | $188,300 | 4 | 1.5 | 1,344 | Off Market | |
0.09 | $170,000 | 3 | 1.5 | 1,424 | Recently Sold | |
0.15 | $167,200 | 3 | 1 | 1,175 | Off Market |
Price and Tax history
| Date | Event | Price |
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May 14, 2025 Source: N/A | Sold | $132,000 |
Dec 23, 2024 Source: NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS® #202405750 | PriceChange | $139,900 Price decreased by 4% |
Nov 11, 2024 Source: NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS® #202405750 | PriceChange | $145,000 Price decreased by 3% |
Oct 29, 2024 Source: NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS® #202405750 | PriceChange | $149,900 Price decreased by 3% |
Oct 14, 2024 Source: NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS® #202405750 | PriceChange | $155,000 Price decreased by 6% |
Oct 9, 2024 Source: NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS® #202405750 | Listed For Sale | $165,000 |
Dec 27, 2022 Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11676683 | Sold | $119,500 |
Nov 29, 2022 Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11676683 | Contingent | $118,900 |
Nov 21, 2022 Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11676683 | Listed For Sale | $118,900 |
Jul 13, 2021 Source: N/A | Sold | $80,000 |
Mar 29, 2008 Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #07346403 | Sold | $77,000 |
Nov 28, 2005 Source: N/A | Sold | $72,000 |
Jul 15, 2005 Source: N/A | Sold | $60,000 |
| Year | Property tax | Tax assessment |
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| 2024 | $3,998 | $44,348 |
Home facts updated by county records
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Frequently asked questions about 1808 20th Ave
- What is the estimated monthly payment for 1808 20th Ave?Based on a $139,000 list price with 20% down at today's rates, the estimated monthly payment for 1808 20th Ave in Sterling, IL is approximately $1,081 (about $759 principal & interest, $247 property taxes, and $75 homeowner's insurance). This is an estimate. Actual payment depends on your loan terms.
- How does the list price for 1808 20th Ave compare to homes in Sterling?1808 20th Ave in Sterling, IL is listed at $139,000, about 8% below the $152K median sale price in Sterling.
- 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 homes for sale in Sterling, IL.
- What are the closest schools to 1808 20th Ave?The closest schools to 1808 20th Ave in Sterling, IL are Challand Middle School (rated 4/10), Jefferson Elementary School (Pre-K), Lincoln Elementary School (rated 5/10).
- Does 1808 20th Ave have air conditioning?Yes, 1808 20th Ave in Sterling, IL has air conditioning.
- Does 1808 20th Ave have laundry facilities?Yes, 1808 20th Ave in Sterling, IL has laundry facilities.
1808 20th Ave, Sterling, IL 61081 is a 4 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,200 sqft single-family home built in 1954. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by MRED as distributed by MLS GRID. The MLS # for this home is MLS# 12564284.