903 3rd Ave, Sterling, IL 61081
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SOLD
JUN 30, 2026

903 3rd Ave
Sterling, IL 61081

  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 846 sqft

$53,800

Last Sold: Jun 30, 2026
10% over list $49K
$64/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $448/mo*
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$53,800

Last Sold: Jun 30, 2026
10% over list $49K
$64/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $448/mo*
Refinance Your Home
2 Beds
1 Bath
846 sqft

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School2 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1920
Living Area
846 sqft
Price/Sqft
$64/sqft
Parking
3 Parking Spaces

About this House

Cozy Home, All Your Own, Main floor Laundry, washer & Dryer, Fully fenced large yard. AS-IS. Cash or Conventional purchase, Listing Broker must see verification of funds to see home. Newer Windows. Some TLC needed. Inspections encouraged. Great location near Parks and Downtown location. Owner is a licensed realtor in Florida.
903 3rd Ave, Sterling, IL 61081 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 846 sqft single-family home built in 1920. It last sold for $53,800 on Jun 30, 2026 (10% above the $49,000 asking price). It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $54,100, with a rent estimate of $1,121/month.

Home Details for 903 3rd Ave

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Unfinished,FullNumber of Rooms: 4Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms (full): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 846 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Range, Refrigerator, Washer, DryerDryerRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Wall Unit(s)Has HeatingHeating Fuel: Natural Gas
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Accessibility: No Disability Access
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Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Patio / Porch: Deck
Parking & Garage
No Attached GarageParking Spaces: 3Parking: Off Street,Alley Access,Other,Yes
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1920
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family Residence
Building
Construction Materials: Vinyl SidingNot a New ConstructionIs Habitable Residence
Property Information
Parcel Number: 11212620110000

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $49,000Price Per Sqft: $64/sqft
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Thu May 28 2026Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Location

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

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 846 Square Feet

HOA

HOA Fee Includes: None

Lot Information

Lot Area: 7840.8 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: None

Offer

Listing Terms: Conventional

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 12655641

Additional Information

Source Internet Consumer CommentSource Internet Entire Listing DisplayMRD IDX Comments Reviews: YesMRD Listing On IDX Display: YesMRD Address On VOW Display: YesMRD AVM On IDX Display: NoMRD Price History On IDX Display: YesMRD Market Time On IDX Display: YesMRD REMARKSINTERNET: YesSource Internet Address DisplayMRD Remarks On VOW Display: Yes
Last check for updates: about 15 hours ago
Listed by Jori McRae, (815) 973-1197
River Country Properties
Bought with: David Flannery, AHWD,E-PRO, (815) 440-0846, eXp Realty
Co-Buyer's Agent: Debbie Flannery, AHWD,E-PRO, (815) 973-0533, eXp Realty
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#12655641

Price History for 903 3rd Ave

DatePriceEventSource
06/30/2026$53,800Sold
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12655641
05/28/2026$49,000PendingMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12655641
05/22/2026$49,000PriceChange
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12655641
05/13/2026$59,900Listed For SaleN/A
01/23/2026ListingRemovedN/A
12/21/2025$54,500Listed For SaleN/A
10/08/2025$59,500ListingRemovedMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12442923
08/11/2025$59,500Listed For SaleMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12442923
06/01/2025$59,500ListingRemovedMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12367536
05/16/2025$59,500Listed For SaleMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12367536
05/15/2025ListingRemovedN/A
05/09/2025$62,500Listed For SaleN/A
11/08/2024$55,000ListingRemovedMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12115720
11/06/2024$55,000PriceChange
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12115720
10/28/2024$49,900PendingToActiveMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12115720
10/25/2024$49,900ContingentMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12115720
10/01/2024$49,900PriceChange
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12115720
08/16/2024$54,900PriceChange
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12115720
07/19/2024$59,900Listed For SaleMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12115720
08/29/2023ListingRemovedMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11841234
07/24/2023$49,900Listed For SaleMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11841234
12/14/2018$13,000Sold
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #09992027
12/04/2018$16,900PendingAgent Provided
11/06/2018$16,900PriceChange
Agent Provided
06/20/2018$21,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
08/31/2005$17,000Sold
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Market trends in Sterling

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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2024
Tax
Assessment$7,374
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 903 3rd Ave

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
1309 13th Ave, Sterling, IL
0.00
Single-Family Home
$122,000
06/30/26
2
1
684
17150 Timber Dr, Sterling, IL
0.66
Single-Family Home
$273,000
09/19/25
3
2
1,914
1005 Oak Ave, Sterling, IL
2.00
Single-Family Home
$77,000
12/01/25
2
1
734
2104 Chestnut Ave, Sterling, IL
1.97
Single-Family Home
$124,000
09/12/25
2
1
862
1604 Dillon Ave, Sterling, IL
1.83
Single-Family Home
$37,000
02/09/26
2
1
502

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Assigned Schools

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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.
  • 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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