409 E 26th St, Sterling, IL 61081
OFF MARKET

409 E 26th St
Sterling, IL 61081

  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,520 sqft

$205,500

Trulia Estimate
as of May 28, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,493/mo*
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$205,500

Trulia Estimate
as of May 28, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,493/mo*
Refinance Your Home
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,520 sqft

Local Information

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Description

Welcome to this beautifully renovated 3-bedroom, 2-bath ranch home that's truly a hidden gem! With over 1,500 sq. ft. of thoughtfully updated living space, this home offers comfort, style, and modern convenience. The spacious master bedroom features an en-suite bath, and the fully remodeled open-concept kitchen is perfect for both cooking and entertaining. Major recent updates include new windows, siding, doors, fascia, garage door with opener, furnace and central air system, plus a freshly poured patio and updated flooring throughout. Not to mention a newly added reverse-osmosis water filtration system, and water softener. The exterior is equally impressive with well-kept landscaping and a fully fenced-in yard, making it perfect for outdoor living. The attached 1.5-car garage is insulated and drywalled for additional functionality, and the large family room features a cozy wood-burning fireplace, perfect for gatherings. Nestled on the edge of town, this home offers peaceful living while still being conveniently located. With everything already done for you, all that's left is to move in and make it your own! An excellent find and a true value!
This property is off market, which means it's not currently listed for sale or rent on Trulia. This may be different from what's available on other websites or public sources. This description is from November 12, 2024

Home Highlights

Parking
1.5 Car Garage
Outdoor
No Info
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
No Info
Listed
180+ days ago

Home Details for 409 E 26th St

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Interior Features

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: 3Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 2
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1520 Square Feet
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural Gas,Forced AirHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Natural Gas
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Accessibility: Main Level Entry, No Interior Steps, Disability Access

Exterior Features

Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 1.5Number of Covered Spaces: 1.5Has a GarageHas an Attached GarageParking Spaces: 1.5Parking: On Site,Attached,Garage
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1975
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family Residence
Building
Construction Materials: Vinyl SidingNot a New Construction
Property Information
Parcel Number: 11162770020000

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $185,000
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Tue Oct 22 2024Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Location

Direction & Address
City: Sterling
School Information
Elementary School District: 5Jr High / Middle School District: 5High School District: 5

HOA

HOA Fee Includes: None

Lot Information

Lot Area: 7500 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: None

Offer

Listing Terms: Conventional

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: 12190608
Last check for updates: about 4 hours ago
Listed by Stephen Covalt, (815) 347-2162
Coldwell Banker Realty
Bought with: Stephanie George, ABR,C2EX, (815) 590-2873, Weichert REALTORS Signature Professionals
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#12190608

Price History for 409 E 26th St

DatePriceEventSource
11/12/2024$185,000Sold
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12190608
10/22/2024$185,000ContingentMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12190608
10/17/2024$185,000Listed For SaleMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12190608
09/19/2022$155,000Sold
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11459564
08/24/2022$159,900ContingentMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11459564
08/12/2022$159,900PriceChange
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11459564
07/25/2022$169,900PriceChange
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11459564
07/09/2022$174,900Listed For SaleMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11459564
11/19/2020$60,000Sold
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #10912046
10/23/2020$75,000PendingAgent Provided
10/20/2020$75,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2024
Tax$5,372
Assessment$57,523
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 409 E 26th St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
519 E 26th St, Sterling, IL
0.11
Single-Family Home
$150,000
10/17/25
3
1.5
1,200
2215 5th Ave, Sterling, IL
0.25
Single-Family Home
$139,900
04/30/26
3
1.5
1,778
2212 12th Ave, Sterling, IL
0.58
Single-Family Home
$190,000
04/17/26
3
1.5
1,484
2208 4th Ave, Sterling, IL
0.28
Single-Family Home
$295,000
11/17/25
3
2
2,025
2211 12th Ave, Sterling, IL
0.55
Single-Family Home
$210,000
08/29/25
3
2
1,844
2003 11th Ave, Sterling, IL
0.61
Single-Family Home
$189,900
11/10/25
3
2
1,504
1827 2nd Ave, Sterling, IL
0.51
Single-Family Home
$175,000
09/19/25
4
2
1,425
2107 10th Ave, Sterling, IL
0.49
Single-Family Home
$275,000
08/29/25
3
2
1,634
208 E Miller Rd, Sterling, IL
0.60
Single-Family Home
$185,000
06/13/25
3
2
1,446

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What Locals Say about Sterling

At least 80 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 91 % Say parking is easy

  • 86 % Say car is needed

  • 84 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 83 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 74 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 71 % 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

  • 38 % 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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  • Hectrok
    "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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  • Rocky Shaw
    "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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  • Klpham71
    "Hickory Hills 3 is a lovely neighborhood with young families, retired families and in between. Very safe neighborhood "
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  • Jnoworrys
    "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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  • Goff059
    "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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  • Trulia User
    "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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  • Laurynfassler
    "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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  • Mandy A.
    "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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  • Janell L.
    "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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409 E 26th St, Sterling, IL 61081 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,520 sqft single-family home built in 1975. This property is not currently available for sale. 409 E 26th St was last sold on Nov 12, 2024 for $185,000 (0% higher than the asking price of $185,000). The current Trulia Estimate for 409 E 26th St is $205,500.