So much character and charm. Over 3,100 square feet of living space with finished 3rd floor. Updated kitchen. Has cherry cabinets and granite counter tops. Beautiful hardwood floors throughout. 10x12 foyer with open staircase. Wood burning fireplace in living room. Main floor laundry. Spacious 15x27 master bedroom. Remodeled full bath with double sink. Ceiling fans. 9x19 sunroom with French doors. 10' high ceilings on main floor. Back staircase to kitchen area. Large detached 20x25 garage. Has attached 16x20 workout room or home office. Additional one car garage on West side. Nicely landscaped corner lot with 12x18 deck.
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$109,500
902 W 3rd St, Sterling, IL 61081
4beds
3,185sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1900
0.34 Acres Lot
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$34/sqft
$1,748 Estimated rent
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: October 17, 2025 at 09:32am
Listing courtesy of:
Tim McCaslin (815)716-7653,
RE/MAX Sauk Valley,
Jim Cesarek 815-716-0976,
RE/MAX Sauk Valley
Bought with:
Chandra Howard
RE/MAX Sauk Valley
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12455730
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 405 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X27
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 121 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X11
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 108 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9X12
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Third
- Area: 143 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X13
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 176 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X16
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Third
- Area: 360 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18X20
Foyer
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X12
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Pantry), Flooring (Vinyl)
- Level: Main
- Area: 168 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X14
Laundry
- Features: Flooring (Vinyl)
- Level: Main
- Area: 28 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 7X4
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 240 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X16
Sun room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 81 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9X9
Heating
- Natural Gas, Radiator(s)
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Built-in Features, Bookcases, High Ceilings
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Windows: Screens
- Basement: Unfinished,Partial
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 3,185 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
- Garage spaces: 3
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Deck
Lot
- Size: 0.34 Acres
- Dimensions: 120x125
Details
- Additional structures: Workshop, Second Garage
- Parcel number: 11204810040000
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Aluminum Siding
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1900
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
Location
- Region: Sterling
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/17/2025 | Sold | $109,500-7.1%$34/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12455730 Report a problem | ||
| 9/11/2025 | Contingent | $117,900$37/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12455730 Report a problem | ||
| 8/26/2025 | Listed for sale | $117,900-26.3%$37/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12455730 Report a problem | ||
| 11/16/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11820797 Report a problem | ||
| 10/16/2023 | Price change | $159,900-10.7%$50/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11820797 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $2,687 +8.1% | $33,775 +6.5% |
| 2023 | $2,485 +4.1% | $31,705 +4.5% |
| 2022 | $2,386 +5.9% | $30,334 +6% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 61081
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Washington Elementary SchoolGrades: 3-5Distance: 0.8 mi
- 4/10Challand Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.5 mi
- 4/10Sterling High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.3 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: 5
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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- Illinois
- Whiteside County
- Sterling
- 61081
- 902 W 3rd St