$147,900

beds

bath

half bath

1,224

square ft

1516 Hunter Street

Sterling, Illinois 61081

New / MLS #12776597 / Single Family / Sterling

Listing information updated 10/7/2026 at 6:03am

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!

Full Features

Architecture Style:

Ranch

Exterior Type:

Log

Basement:

None

Beds Above Grade:

Cooling System:

Window Unit(s)

Heating System:

Natural Gas, Baseboard

Appliances:

Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer

Main Level Primary Bedroom:

Yes

Fireplace:

Yes

Pool:

Age:

71-80 Years

Parking Type:

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

Parking Spaces:

Garage:

Attached

Room Count:

Water Front:

Square Feet:

1,224

Lot Size:

1.0-1.99 Acres

Acreage:

1.22

Room Information

Living Room:

13x19 - Main

Dining Room:

10x8 - Main

Kitchen:

10x17 - Main

Family Room:

N/A

Primary Bedroom:

12x13 - Main Level

2nd Bedroom:

9x10 - Main

3rd Bedroom:

10x12 - Main

4th Bedroom:

N/A

Laundry:

10x9 - Main Level

Taxes & Assessments

Tax Amount:

$1,579

Tax Year:

2025

Location

Zip Code:

61081

City:

Sterling

County:

Whiteside

Schools

School District(s):

Elementary School:

Washington Elementary School

Middle School:

Challand Middle School

High School:

Sterling High School

Architecture Style:

Ranch

Exterior Type:

Log

Basement:

None

Beds Above Grade:

Cooling System:

Window Unit(s)

Heating System:

Natural Gas, Baseboard

Appliances:

Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer

Main Level Primary Bedroom:

Yes

Fireplace:

Yes

Pool:

Age:

71-80 Years

Parking Type:

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

Parking Spaces:

Garage:

Attached

Room Count:

Water Front:

Square Feet:

1,224

Lot Size:

1.0-1.99 Acres

Acreage:

1.22

Living Room:

13x19 - Main

Dining Room:

10x8 - Main

Kitchen:

10x17 - Main

Family Room:

N/A

Primary Bedroom:

12x13 - Main Level

2nd Bedroom:

9x10 - Main

3rd Bedroom:

10x12 - Main

4th Bedroom:

N/A

Laundry:

10x9 - Main Level

Tax Amount:

$1,579

Tax Year:

2025

Zip Code:

61081

City:

Sterling

County:

Whiteside

School District(s):

Elementary School:

Washington Elementary School

Middle School:

Challand Middle School

High School:

Sterling High School

Listing Office: Ruhl&Ruhl REALTORS Clinton

Listing Office Phone: 563.242.4602

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