711 5th Avenue

Sterling, IL
$ 59,900 Beds 4 Baths 1 Sq 2,068
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Bring your vision and unlock the potential of this spacious two-story home situated on a corner double lot. Offering over 2,000 square feet, this property features soaring vaulted ceilings, a full basement, and a two-car detached garage, providing the space and layout to create something truly special. While the home is in need of thorough updating, the size, setting, and character offer an incredible opportunity for investors or buyers looking to build equity and make it their own.

Price Change

  • Price
  • $ 59,900
  • City
  • Sterling
  • Bedrooms
  • 4
  • Full Bathrooms
  • 1
  • County
  • WHITESIDE
  • Half Bathrooms
  • 0
  • Area
  • Sterling
  • Lot Size
  • Zip
  • 61081
  • Sqr Footage
  • 2,068
  • Year Built
  • 1900
  • Taxes
  • $ 2370
  • Style
  • MLS#
  • 12693734
Listed By: RE/MAX of Rock Valley
Data Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

Features

General

Living Area 2068
Sewer Public Sewer
Heating Natural Gas
Cooling None
Possession Closing
Garage Spaces 2
Association Fee Includes None
Construction Materials Vinyl Siding
Year Built 1900
Electric Circuit Breakers
Township Sterling
Tax Year 2024
Ownership Fee Simple
Assoc Fee Paid Per Not Applicable
County Whiteside
New Construction No
Property Type Residential
Total Rooms 7
Full Baths 1
Status Price Change
Directions E on E 3rd St,turn LT onto 5th Ave
City Sterling
High School District 5
MLS Area Sterling
Tax Annual Amount 2370
Standard Status Active
Middle/Junior School District 5
Elementary School District 5
Property Type Detached Single

Interior Features

Basement Unfinished,Full
Total Bedrooms 4
Room Type Other Room
LivingAreaSource Assessor
Total Baths 1
Bedrooms Possible 4

Exterior Features

Parking Features Yes,Garage Owned,Detached,Garage
Water Source Public
Total Parking 2
Lot Dimensions 100 x 150
Waterfront Y/N No

Amenities

  • Foreclosure
  • Views
  • Short Sale
  • New Construction
  • Adult 55+
  • Lease To Own
  • No HOA Fees
  • Furnished
  • Primary On Main
  • Air Conditioning
  • Seller Finance
  • Green
  • Fixer Upper
  • Horse
  • Golf
  • Fireplace
  • Deck
  • Garage
  • Basement
  • Pool

Affordability Calculator

$3,786

Per Month

Based on the average sale price from the Chicago, IL office

  • Monthly Principal & interest $2,658
  • Monthly Property Taxes $1,062
  • Monthly Home Insurance $67
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Schools

Elementary School Unknown Elementary School
Middle School Unknown Middle School
High School Unknown High School

Price History

7/2/2026 Listed $90,000
8/28/2026 23% - $69,900
9/23/2026 15% - $59,900

Property vs Zip Code Average in 61081

Price
AVG $190K
$60K
Taxes
AVG $3,141
$2,370
Year Built
AVG 1928
1900
Visits
AVG 34
18
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711 5th Avenue Sterling, IL is a Single Family Home for sale at $59900 with 2068 sqft and a lot size of Acre(s). 711 5th Avenue Sterling has 4 bedrooms, 1 baths and was built in 1900. The property's zip code is 61081 which is in Sterling, IL

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