$154,000

beds

baths

1,413

square ft

708 W 12th Street

Sterling, Illinois 61081

Closed / MLS #12598769 / Single Family / Sterling

Listing information updated 6/15/2026 at 10:03am

This beautifully updated Cape Cod home blends timeless charm with modern convenience. Updated flooring, fresh paint, and stylish finishes throughout. The remodeled kitchen boasts modern cabinetry, sleek countertops, and new appliances-perfect for everyday living and entertaining. All new bath on the main level. Versatile upper-level space ideal for a primary suite with it's own new bath and walk-in closet, or a private home office. The dining area is perfectly positioned with a sliding door that opens to the enclosed back porch, creating a seamless connection. Recent upgrades include mechanicals (new furnace, central air and water heater), new fixtures, water lines, drains and new Metal roof on the garage. Full, usable basement for extra storage. Fenced backyard.

Full Features

Architecture Style:

Cape Cod

Exterior Type:

Aluminum Siding

Basement:

Unfinished,Full

Beds Above Grade:

Cooling System:

Central Air

Heating System:

Natural Gas, Forced Air

Appliances:

Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Electric Oven

Main Level Primary Bedroom:

Pool:

Age:

81-90 Years

Parking Type:

Garage - Concrete,Yes,Garage Owned,Detached,Garage

Parking Spaces:

Garage:

Detached

Room Count:

Water Front:

Square Feet:

1,413

Lot Size:

Less Than .25 Acre

Internal Features:

Separate Dining Room

Room Information

Living Room:

18x12 - Main

Dining Room:

11x11 - Main

Kitchen:

10x10 - Main

Family Room:

N/A

Primary Bedroom:

25x10 - Second Level

2nd Bedroom:

13x10 - Main

3rd Bedroom:

10x10 - Main

4th Bedroom:

N/A

Enclosed Porch:

10x10 - Main Level

Bonus Room:

16x8 - Second Level

Laundry:

N/A Level

Taxes & Assessments

Tax Amount:

$1,952

Tax Year:

2025

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:

Cape Cod

Exterior Type:

Aluminum Siding

Basement:

Unfinished,Full

Beds Above Grade:

Cooling System:

Central Air

Heating System:

Natural Gas, Forced Air

Appliances:

Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Electric Oven

Main Level Primary Bedroom:

Pool:

Age:

81-90 Years

Parking Type:

Garage - Concrete,Yes,Garage Owned,Detached,Garage

Parking Spaces:

Garage:

Detached

Room Count:

Water Front:

Square Feet:

1,413

Lot Size:

Less Than .25 Acre

Internal Features:

Separate Dining Room

Living Room:

18x12 - Main

Dining Room:

11x11 - Main

Kitchen:

10x10 - Main

Family Room:

N/A

Primary Bedroom:

25x10 - Second Level

2nd Bedroom:

13x10 - Main

3rd Bedroom:

10x10 - Main

4th Bedroom:

N/A

Enclosed Porch:

10x10 - Main Level

Bonus Room:

16x8 - Second Level

Laundry:

N/A Level

Tax Amount:

$1,952

Tax Year:

2025

Zip Code:

61081

City:

Sterling

County:

Whiteside

School District(s):

Elementary School:

N/A

Middle School:

N/A

High School:

N/A

Listing Office: Judy Powell Realty

Listing Office Phone: 815.626.7450

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