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Kimberly Schwartz
REALTOR®
(815) 977-1919

1516 Hunter Street, Sterling, IL 61081

$147,900
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BEDS3 BATHS1 full 1 partial SQUARE FEET1,224 MLS#12776597
STATUSNew PROPERTY TYPEResidential - Single Family SCHOOLDistrict 5

Property Description

Escape to your own private retreat at the end of a quiet, dead-end street in Sterling, IL. This beautifully situated 3-bedroom, 1.5-bathroom ranch sits on two spacious lots, surrounded by mature trees that offer exceptional privacy and a serene, park-like setting. Step inside to discover beautiful woodwork throughout, bringing warmth and character to every room. The home boasts a highly functional layout and fantastic structural and mechanical updates, including new windows throughout (some in 2026), a tankless hot water heater installed in 2025, a roof replaced and new gutters added in 2015. Outside, you'll find a desirable 2-car garage providing plenty of parking and extra storage space. There's an additional driveway, perfect for RV parking. The fenced-in backyard provides the perfect safe haven for pets, small children, gardening, or outdoor entertaining. With its unbeatable location, solid bone structure, and incredible outdoor space, this home offers tons of potential for buyers looking to add their personal touches and build quick equity. Don't miss out on this hidden gem!

1516 Hunter Street | MLS# 12776597

This single family home located at 1516 Hunter Street, Sterling, IL 61081 is currently listed for sale with an asking price of $147,900. This property was built in 1950 and has 3 bedrooms and 1 full and 1 partial baths with 1224 sq. ft. Hunter Street is located within the District 5 school district. Search Sterling real estate on kschwartz.gogambino.com today.

Property Features

Property Type: Residential - Single Family
Basement: None
Cooling: Window Unit(s)
Fireplaces: 1
Garage: 2
Heating: Natural Gas, Baseboard
Home Style: Ranch
Lot Size: 1.22 Acres
Taxes: $1,579
Year Built: 1950

Feature Descriptions

Additional rooms: No additional rooms
Appliances: Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Association Includes: None
Exterior: Log
Fireplace Location(s): Living Room
Laundry: In Unit
Lot: Cul-De-Sac, Wooded, Mature Trees, Backs to Trees/Woods
Other Equipment: Ceiling Fan(s)
Parcel#: 1024228003
Parking: Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Off Street, Driveway, Garage
Sewer: Septic Tank
Total Rooms: 6
Township: Sterling
Water: Well

Room Sizes

Bedroom 2: 9X10
Bedroom 3: 10X12
Dining Room: 10X8
Kitchen: 10X17
Laundry: 10X9
Living Room: 13X19
Primary Bedroom: 12X13

Local Schools

High School: Sterling High School
Middle School: Challand Middle School
Elementary School: Washington Elementary School
School District: District 5

Listed By / Shown By

Listed By

Agency Name: Ruhl&Ruhl REALTORS Clinton
Agency Phone: 563-242-4602

Shown By

Agent Name: Kimberly Schwartz
Agent Phone: (815) 977-1919
Agency Title: Gambino Realtors

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$ 846.53 per month $671.81 Principal & Interest $131.58 Property Tax $43.14 Homeowner's Insurance

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