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Single family home for sale at 1516 Hunter St, Sterling, IL 61081 | MLS# 12776597 | Listing updated on 2026-10-07
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$147,900

Monthly Est:$736

  • Beds Icon3 Beds
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    2 Baths
  • Beds Icon1,224sqft

1516 Hunter St, Sterling, IL 61081

$736/moEst:

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  • Single Family Residence

  • Built in 1950

  • $-- HOA

  • 1.22 acres lot

  • $121/sq.ft

Description

Escape to your own private retreat at the end of a quiet, dead-end street in Sterling, IL. Nestled on two spacious lots and surrounded by mature trees, this charming 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath ranch offers exceptional privacy and a serene, park-like setting. Step inside to find beautiful woodwork throughout, adding warmth, character, and timeless appeal to the home. The functional layout is complemented by important structural and mechanical updates, including new windows throughout, with some replaced in 2026, a tankless water heater installed in 2025, and a roof replacement and new gutters completed in 2015. And now for an exciting opportunity: the sellers are offering a generous $7,800 flooring credit! Use it to select flooring that perfectly suits your style and transform the home into your own personalized retreat. It's a fantastic way to add your personal touch while potentially building equity from day one. Outside, the property continues to impress with a desirable 2-car garage offering ample parking and storage. An additional driveway with a 30-amp hookup provides convenient RV parking. The fenced backyard creates a wonderful private space for pets, children, gardening, outdoor entertaining, or simply enjoying the peaceful surroundings. With its quiet location, solid structure, thoughtful updates, incredible outdoor space, and $7,800 flooring credit, this property offers an exceptional opportunity for buyers looking to create a home that truly reflects their style. Bring your ideas, choose your finishes, and make this hidden gem your own!

  • Houzeo last checked: 12 hours ago
  • Listing updated: October 7, 2026 at 9:09 am
  • Listing Provided by: Lori Scarbrough (970) 361-4192 | Ruhl&Ruhl REALTORS Clinton (563) 242-4602
  • Source: MRED MLS-IL | MLS#: 12776597 MRED MLS-IL

Property Details

  • Status

    Active

  • Type

    Single Family Residence

  • No. of Stories

    -

  • County

    Whiteside County

  • City

    Sterling

  • Neighborhood

    --

  • Year Built

    1950

  • HOA Fees

    -

  • Finished Area

    1,224 sqft

  • Lot Size

    1.22 acres lot

  • Basement Area

    - sqft

  • MLS Name

    MRED MLS

  • MLS Number

    12776597

  • MLS Status

    New

  • Days on Market

    1

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Facts & Features

Rooms

  • Bedrooms & bathrooms

    Bedrooms: 3

    Bathrooms: 2

  • Bedroom 2

    Level: Main

    Area: 90.00 Square Feet

    Dimensions: 9X10

  • Bedroom 3

    Level: Main

    Area: 120.00 Square Feet

    Dimensions: 10X12

  • Dining Room

    Level: Main

    Area: 80.00 Square Feet

    Dimensions: 10X8

  • Kitchen

    Level: Main

    Area: 170.00 Square Feet

    Dimensions: 10X17

  • Laundry

    Level: Main

    Area: 90.00 Square Feet

    Dimensions: 10X9

  • Living Room

    Level: Main

    Area: 247.00 Square Feet

    Dimensions: 13X19

  • Master Bedroom

    Level: Main

    Area: 156.00 Square Feet

    Dimensions: 12X13

Interior

  • Window Features

    Blinds, Double Pane Windows

  • Appliances

    Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer

  • Heating

    Natural Gas, Baseboard

  • Sewer

    Septic Tank

  • Cooling

    Window Unit(s)

Construction

  • Year Built

    Year Built: 1950

  • Home type

    Single Family Residence

  • Architectural Style

    Ranch

  • Construction Materials

    Log

  • Foundation Details

    Concrete Perimeter

Utilities & Energy

  • Water Source

    Well

  • Parking Features

    Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Off Street, Driveway, Garage

  • Laundry Features

    In Unit

  • Basement

    None

  • Electric

    100 Amp Service

Other Features

  • Lot Features

    Cul De Sac, Wooded, Mature Trees, Backs To Trees/woods

Price History

DateEventPrice

10/05/2026

Source: mls_logoMRED MLS-IL #MRD12776597

Listed for Sale

$147,900 +134.76%

$121/sqft

03/22/2010

Source: mls_logoMRED MLS-IL #MRD08781479

Sold

$63,000

$51/sqft

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