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608 2nd AvenueSterling, IL 61081

Single Family · 3 Beds · 1 Full Bath · 1 Half Bath · 2,562 Sq. ft.
$349,999 Active

608 2nd Avenue Overview

Time on Site:
26 days
Visits:
7

Your dream home is here! This stunning historic home has been completely renovated from top to bottom with exceptional craftsmanship, thoughtful design, and high-end finishes throughout. Offering 3 bedrooms, 1.5 luxurious bathrooms, and a detached one-car garage, this home perfectly blends its original historic character with modern luxury and convenience. Welcome guests or enjoy your morning coffee on the expansive covered front porch, the perfect place to relax and take in the charm of this beautiful home. Step inside and fall in love with the abundance of natural light streaming through the oversized windows. The main floor offers an incredible amount of living space, beginning with a beautifully updated living room featuring a custom TV accent wall with built-in display niches, designer lighting, a tray ceiling with ambient lighting, and a modern ceiling fan. The open layout flows seamlessly into the spacious family room, where a beautiful original fireplace serves as a stunning focal point, preserving the home's historic charm while creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. The main level also features a spacious dining room perfect for hosting holiday dinners and family gatherings, along with a versatile bonus room ideal for a home office, library, playroom, or hobby room. The stunning designer kitchen is truly the heart of the home, featuring beautiful granite countertops, a center island, abundant cabinetry, premium finishes, and brand-new high-end Samsung stainless steel appliances. Just off the kitchen is a bright and inviting four-season room with its own dedicated heater, creating the perfect space for a morning coffee nook, reading lounge, sunroom, children's play area, home gym, or additional entertaining space that can be enjoyed comfortably year-round. Upstairs, you'll find three spacious bedrooms, a beautifully designed full bathroom, and the convenience of a second-floor laundry room complete with washer and dryer. The spacious primary bedroom includes an attached bonus room that offers endless possibilities-create a fourth bedroom, private nursery, home office, dressing room, workout space, or a relaxing retreat. Each room is equipped with its own powerful ceiling fan, providing year-round comfort and energy efficiency. The exceptionally clean basement offers tremendous storage space and features convenient walkout stairs, making it as functional as it is well maintained. Outside, the backyard provides plenty of room to enjoy outdoor activities, entertain guests, garden, or simply relax. Completing the property is a detached one-car garage offering additional storage and convenience. From the luxury bathrooms and designer lighting to the meticulous attention to detail throughout, this home offers the perfect combination of historic charm and today's most desired updates. Nearly every inch of this home has been transformed, giving it the feel of new construction while maintaining the character and craftsmanship that make historic homes so special. Beautifully updated, move-in ready, and priced to sell-this is a rare opportunity you won't want to miss!

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608 2nd Avenue Facts & Features

  • Type Single Family
  • Sq. ft. 2,562
  • Price/Sq.ft. $137

Details

General

Association/HOA

  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Association Fee Includes: None

School Information

  • School District: 5

Building Information

  • New Construction: No
  • Year Built: 1900

Location/Region

  • County Or Parish: Whiteside
  • MLS Area Major: Sterling
  • Township: Sterling

Community/Development

  • Community Features: Sidewalks

Tax Information

  • Tax Annual Amount: $3,008.84
  • Tax Year: 2025

General Information

  • New Construction: No
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Parcel Number: 11214120030000
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Special Listing Conditions: None

Interior

Building Information

  • Approx. Total Finished SqFt.: 2562
  • Basement SqFt.: 912
  • Disability Access: No
  • Total SqFt.: 2562
  • Upper SqFt.: 1161

Parking Information

  • Garage Spaces: 1

Beds/Baths

  • Bathrooms Full: 1
  • Bathrooms Half: 1
  • Bathrooms Total: 2
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Bedrooms Possible: 3

Building Interior

  • Fireplace Location: Family Room

General Information

  • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
  • Basement: Unfinished, Exterior Entry, Full
  • Cooling: Other
  • Fireplace Features: Gas Log
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Flooring: Laminate
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Steam
  • Interior Features: Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s), Bookcases, Granite Counters, Separate Dining Room, Pantry
  • Laundry Features: Upper Level,In Unit
  • Living Area: 2562
  • Living Area Source: Estimated
  • Other Equipment: Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Rooms Total: 9

Exterior

Parking Information

  • Parking Features: Concrete, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
  • Parking Total: 1

Lot Information

  • Lot Size Dimensions: 50X135
  • Water Source: Public

Waterfront/View

  • Waterfront: No

Building Exterior/Construction

  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding, Brick
  • Roof: Asphalt

General Information

  • Sewer: Public Sewer

Room Information

Room: Bonus Room

  • Level: Main
  • Dimensions: 13X11

Room: Dining Room

  • Level: Main
  • Dimensions: 12X17

Room: Family Room

  • Level: Main
  • Dimensions: 20X16

Room: Kitchen

  • Level: Main
  • Dimensions: 16X14

Room: Living Room

  • Level: Main
  • Dimensions: 18X14

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Room: Bedroom 4

  • Level: N/A

Room: Bedroom 2

  • Level: Second
  • Dimensions: 18X14

Room: Bedroom 3

  • Level: Second
  • Dimensions: 14X11

Room: Den

  • Level: Second
  • Dimensions: 18X14

Room: Laundry

  • Level: Second
  • Dimensions: 8X6

Room: Master Bedroom

  • Level: Second
  • Dimensions: 14X14

608 2nd Avenue Neighborhood

Community

61081 (STERLING) Demographics

44
Median Age
167
Population Density (per sq. mile)
30%
College Educated
$55,459
Estimated Median Income
5,999
Estimated Total Home Owners
2,660
Estimated Total Renters
69% / 31%
Estimated Owner / Renter Divide
2
Estimated Average Household Size
Community data courtesy of LiveBy, Inc.

Schools

School data courtesy of LiveBy, Inc. School ratings are based on a scale of 1-5, with 5 being the highest rating and 1 being the lowest rating.

608 2nd Avenue Monthly Cost

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608 2nd Avenue Market Data

Based on the last 30 days in this zip code

$225,913
Average List Price
$126
Average Price per Square Foot
27
Properties Sold
76
Average Days on Market
61
Properties for Sale
Calculations provided by Reliance Network

608 2nd Avenue History

Date Event Value Agent
6/8/2026Source: MRED Status Change
Active
6/3/2026Source: MRED Added to Database
June 03, 2026
9/12/2025Source: MRED Status Change
Closed
8/28/2025Source: MRED Status Change
Pending
8/17/2025Source: MRED Status Change
Active
8/12/2025Source: MRED Added to Database
August 12, 2025
6/20/2022Source: MRED Added to Database
January 27, 2022