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Property Description
Move-in ready and priced to sell, this updated three-bedroom, one-bath, 11/2-story home offers the perfect combination of value and peace of mind. Freshly repainted throughout along with new flooring, the interior feels clean, bright, and ready for its next owner. Major mechanical updates include a brand new furnace and water heater, allowing you to move in with confidence. The home also features a full basement, one-car garage with convenient alley access, and a fully fenced backyard perfect for pets, play, or entertaining. An excellent opportunity for first-time buyers or anyone looking for an affordable home with the big-ticket updates already completed.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 704 12th Ave
General
- Price: $99,900
- Taxes: $2,006 (2025)
- Status: Pending
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12714033
- Updated: 8/27/2026
- Added to Site: 38 day(s) ago
Interior
- Basement: Unfinished
- Appliances: Microwave
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
Additional Information
- Other Features: School Bus Service
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 1
- Total Spaces: 1
- Parking Features: Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
Location
- Area: Sterling
- County: Whiteside
- Township: Sterling
- Driving Directions: West on E 4th , right onto 12th Ave
School Information
- School District: 5
- Elem School District: 5
- Midd School District: 5
- High School District: 5
Community
- Assoc. Fees Include: None
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air Conditioning
- Heating Type: Forced Air
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Construction: Vinyl Siding
- Exterior Const.: Vinyl Siding
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Unfinished, Full
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
- Square Feet: 1,822
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Year Built: 1922
- Built Before 1978: Yes
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.17
- Lot Size Range: Less than .25 Acre
- Lot Dimensions: 50 x 147
Financial Considerations
- Parking Included: Yes
- Assessment Year: 1922
- Tax Amount: $2,006.14
- Tax Year: 2025
- Pays Sewer: Public Sewer
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Property ID: 11221770130000
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Schools
Schools serving 704 12th Ave
School District:Sterling Community Unit District 5
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Lincoln Elementary School, Sterling, IL 1501 East 6th Street, Sterling, IL 61081 | 3-5 | 0.3 mi |
Jefferson Elementary School, Sterling, IL 806 East Le Fevre Road, Sterling, IL 61081 | PK-2 | 0.4 mi |
Challand Middle School 1700 6th Avenue, Sterling, IL 61081 | 6-8 | 0.5 mi |
Sterling High School 1608 4th Avenue, Sterling, IL 61081 | 9-12 | 0.7 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 704 12th Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
7/23/2026
Listed
$99,900
66.5%
MLS
2/11/2021
Sold
$60,000
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Public Record
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 704 12th Ave
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$2,006
5%
$25,751
6%
2024
$1,902
8%
$24,240
7%
2023
$1,757
4%
$22,755
5%
2022
$1,685
-25%
$21,771
6%
2021
$2,245
-13%
$20,531
-12%
2020
$2,573
1%
$23,359
2%
2019
$2,557
1%
$22,935
—
2018
$2,530
—
$22,972
1%
2017
$2,534
41%
$22,815
3%
2016
$1,799
—
$22,080
—
2015
$1,799
5%
$22,038
-1%
2014
$1,719
-1%
$22,183
-2%
2013
$1,737
—
$22,687
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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704 12th Avenue, Sterling, IL 61081 (MLS# 12714033) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom. 704 12th Avenue is currently listed for $99,900 and was received on July 23, 2026. Want to learn more about 704 12th Avenue? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Sterling? You can browse all Sterling real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.
