$274,000

beds

baths

1,841

square ft

4305 Hillcrest Lane

Sterling, Illinois 61081

Closed / MLS #12481203 / Single Family / Sterling

Listing information updated 12/14/2025 at 6:03am

Welcome to this beautifully maintained ranch-style home with a walkout basement offering flexible living space, thoughtful updates, and serene outdoor features. Situated on a spacious lot with peaceful views and a fish-stocked common-area pond, this property blends comfort, functionality, and charm. The inviting wrap-around porch extends to a large deck perfect for relaxing or entertaining outdoors. Inside, the freshly painted main level features an open-concept kitchen that flows into a living area, ideal as a dining room or cozy family space. A uniquely shaped living room with a cathedral ceiling and a gas fireplace adds warmth and character. The main floor offers two bedrooms, including a spacious primary suite with ample closet space, a walk-in tub, and double sinks, plus the convenience of main-level laundry. The walkout basement adds even more living space with a third bedroom, a full bathroom, and a family room featuring a second fireplace, plus additional space perfect for storage, a recreation room, gym, workshop or hobby area. The four-car garage, with epoxy floors and two double-door entrances, is perfect for car enthusiasts, hobbyists, or for extra storage. Outdoors, enjoy a partially fenced yard, enclosed lean-to, and landscaped yard. Notable upgrades include a new roof (July 2025), whole-home generator, leaf gutter guards, new windows in select areas, hallway bathroom (2020), French drain, and two sump pumps.

Full Features

Architecture Style:

Ranch

Exterior Type:

Vinyl Siding,Brick

Basement:

Exterior Entry,Full,Walk-Out Access

Beds Above Grade:

Cooling System:

Central Air

Heating System:

Natural Gas

Appliances:

Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Water Softener Owned

Main Level Primary Bedroom:

Yes

Fireplace:

Yes

Pool:

Age:

31-40 Years

Roof Type:

Asphalt

Parking Type:

Garage - Asphalt,Concrete,Garage Door Opener,Yes,Garage Owned,Attached,Garage

Parking Spaces:

Garage:

Attached

Room Count:

Water Front:

Water Features:

Pond

Square Feet:

1,841

Lot Size:

1.0-1.99 Acres

External Features:

Patio/Porch

Room Information

Living Room:

17x17 - Main

Dining Room:

16x17 - Main

Kitchen:

16x12 - Main

Family Room:

21x32 - Walkout Basement

Primary Bedroom:

24x17 - Main Level

2nd Bedroom:

14x11 - Main

3rd Bedroom:

14x11 - Walkout Basement

4th Bedroom:

N/A

Laundry:

6x3 - Main Level

Taxes & Assessments

Tax Amount:

$4,463

Tax Year:

2024

Location

Zip Code:

61081

City:

Sterling

County:

Whiteside

Schools

School District(s):

Elementary School:

N/A

Middle School:

N/A

High School:

N/A

Architecture Style:

Ranch

Exterior Type:

Vinyl Siding,Brick

Basement:

Exterior Entry,Full,Walk-Out Access

Beds Above Grade:

Cooling System:

Central Air

Heating System:

Natural Gas

Appliances:

Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Water Softener Owned

Main Level Primary Bedroom:

Yes

Fireplace:

Yes

Pool:

Age:

31-40 Years

Roof Type:

Asphalt

Parking Type:

Garage - Asphalt,Concrete,Garage Door Opener,Yes,Garage Owned,Attached,Garage

Parking Spaces:

Garage:

Attached

Room Count:

Water Front:

Water Features:

Pond

Square Feet:

1,841

Lot Size:

1.0-1.99 Acres

External Features:

Patio/Porch

Living Room:

17x17 - Main

Dining Room:

16x17 - Main

Kitchen:

16x12 - Main

Family Room:

21x32 - Walkout Basement

Primary Bedroom:

24x17 - Main Level

2nd Bedroom:

14x11 - Main

3rd Bedroom:

14x11 - Walkout Basement

4th Bedroom:

N/A

Laundry:

6x3 - Main Level

Tax Amount:

$4,463

Tax Year:

2024

Zip Code:

61081

City:

Sterling

County:

Whiteside

School District(s):

Elementary School:

N/A

Middle School:

N/A

High School:

N/A

Listing Office: United Country Sauk Valley Realty

Listing Office Phone: 815.626.1771

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