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    $175,000

    • 2 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,248 Sq Ft

    1005 Avenue D, Rock Falls, IL 61071

    Recently remodeled for handicap accessibility! New flooring & paint, lights & CFs, Master Bedroom closet organization, new Master Bathroom with walk-in shower, Laundry Room, exterior ramp. Roomy open floor plan in this 2 bedroom, 2 full bath home with eat-in kitchen! Deck out to the back, off of the Kitchen! 2 car attached garage, full basement! Near Centennial Park!

    Chris King United Country Sauk Valley Realty

    1005 Avenue D, Rock Falls, IL 61071

Why Live in Sterling

Sterling, a neighborhood in Sterling, Illinois, is a former industrial hub that has transformed into a community rich in amenities. Located along the Rock River, Sterling features a mix of historic Queen Anne, Federal, Dutch Colonial, and American Foursquare homes near downtown, with ranch-style, Craftsmen, and minimal Traditional homes in other areas. The neighborhood’s walkable downtown offers boutiques, cafes, and murals, while dining options range from comfort foods to fine Italian cuisine. Sterling is also part of the Rock River Chocolate Trail. Recreational spaces include Sinnissippi Park, popular for fishing, disc golf, and sledding, and Lawrence Park, favored by kayakers. The Sinnissippi Dam Walking Bridge connects to the Hennepin Canal Feeder trail, providing nearly 30 miles of biking paths. The Grandon Civic Center hosts a summer concert series, and the historic Sterling Theater and Dillon Home Museum are notable attractions. Sterling Public Schools are highly rated, and the Whiteside Area Career Center offers vocational training. The neighborhood has seen growth in retail, professional services, and health care, with CGH Medical Center being a major employer. Sterling's crime rates are comparable to the national average and have significantly decreased since the mid-2010s. The Quad Cities International Airport is about an hour away, with Chicago’s airports a couple of hours' drive. Residents experience a mean annual temperature slightly below the national average and about 30 inches of snow annually.

Home Trends in Sterling, IL

Housing Trends

Median Sale Price
$126,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$125,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$185,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$163,000
Median 1 Bedroom Sale Price
$132,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$98
Number of Homes for Sale
34
Last 12 months Home Sales
222
Months of Supply
1.80
Median List Price
$130,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
3%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
4%
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