Sold
Last Sold Price
3 beds2,144 sqft
12662 Lawrence Rd, Sterling, IL 61081
Single FamilyProperty Type
1974Year Built
$154/sq ftPrice per sq ft
6 carsParking Spaces

Description

Waterfront living at its best! This newly remodeled, open-concept gem boasts a gorgeous kitchen (quartz counter tops, Schuler maple cabinets, and Kitchen Aid appliances), a living room with stunning river views, hickory hardwood floors on the first floor, and new carpeting in all three bedrooms. This lovely home also offers a convenient first floor laundry and office area. The new bamboo composite deck extends the entire length of the house and features Trex RainEscape drainage for the pool-side...Waterfront living at its best! This newly remodeled, open-concept gem boasts a gorgeous kitchen (quartz counter tops, Schuler maple cabinets, and Kitchen Aid appliances), a living room with stunning river views, hickory hardwood floors on the first floor, and new carpeting in all three bedrooms. This lovely home also offers a convenient first floor laundry and office area. The new bamboo composite deck extends the entire length of the house and features Trex RainEscape drainage for the pool-side patio below. Both the guest and master bathrooms are fully renovated, and a third basement bath has been added for convenience. The walkout basement features a roomy kitchenette with inground-poolside access for your entertaining. An additional list of the many improvements is available. If you are seeking a custom, sturdily built home with lovely riverfront views, this home is the one for you. FEMA Flood Map #17195CO225E 2/18/2011

    Sold By RE/MAX of Rock Valley

    • Listed by: Barbara Kophamer 815.772.4850 barb@barbkophamer.com • Re/Max Sauk Valley
    Listing closed: 07/30/2021 12:00 AM • Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#: 11075358

    Recent comparable sales

    Median sold price

    $280,000

    Avg days on market

    59

    Sale-to-list ratio

    93.7%

    Sterling, IL

    9 comparable properties found

    $300,000 | 12855 Lawrence Road, Sterling, IL 61081
    1/30
    1

    $300,000

    Sold 07/08/26

    3
    Bedrooms
    1,977
    Square Feet
    Unavailable
    Acres
    a view of house with a yard
    1/46
    2

    $375,000

    Sold 06/09/25

    4
    Bedrooms
    2,094
    Square Feet
    0.56
    Acres
    a view of a house with a swimming pool and a yard
    1/35
    3

    $272,000

    Sold 05/24/25

    3
    Bedrooms
    2,200
    Square Feet
    0.56
    Acres
    $262,000 | 304 West Miller Road, Sterling, IL 61081
    1/17
    4

    $262,000

    Sold 09/11/26

    3
    Bedrooms
    1,917
    Square Feet
    0.41
    Acres
    a front view of a house with a garden and trees
    1/30
    5

    $280,000

    Sold 08/01/25

    3
    Bedrooms
    1,545
    Square Feet
    0.59
    Acres
    a front view of a house with a garden and trees
    1/49
    6

    $277,500

    Sold 12/27/24

    3
    Bedrooms
    1,692
    Square Feet
    0.55
    Acres
    a front view of a house with a yard and garage
    1/43
    7

    $424,900

    Sold 06/22/26

    4
    Bedrooms
    1,784
    Square Feet
    0.54
    Acres
    a view of outdoor space and seating area
    1/57
    8

    $307,500

    Sold 02/02/26

    3
    Bedrooms
    2,226
    Square Feet
    0.17
    Acres
    a front view of a house with a yard
    1/39
    9

    $248,900

    Sold 05/21/25

    4
    Bedrooms
    2,310
    Square Feet
    0.23
    Acres

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    Property Information for 12662 Lawrence Road

    Property Details
    • Taxes: $4,279 / year
    • MLS Type: Detached Single / 1 Story
    • Area: Sterling
    • Township: Hopkins
    • Ownership: Fee Simple
    • Num Of Garage Spaces: 2.0
    • Num Of Cars: 8.0
    • Parking Included in Price: Yes
    • Air Conditioning Type: Central Air
    • Num of Interior Fireplaces: 1
    • Heat/Fuel: Natural Gas, Forced Air
    • Architectural Style: Ranch
    Building Information
    • Year Built: 1974
    General Information
    School Information
    • Elementary School District: 5
    • High School District: 5
    • Middle Or Junior School District: 5
    Addtl Parking Information
    • Garage Details: Garage Door Opener(s), Transmitter(s)
    • Garage On Site: true
    • Garage Ownership: Owned
    • Garage Type: Attached
    • Parking: Garage, Space/s
    • Parking Details: Driveway
    • Parking On Site: true
    • Parking Ownership: Owned
    Taxes and HOA Information
    • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
    • Association Fee Includes: None
    • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
    Property Information
    Interior Features
    • Interior Property Features: Hardwood Floors, First Floor Bedroom, First Floor Laundry, First Floor Full Bath, Walk-In Closet(s)
    • Num Of Rooms: 8
    • Bedrooms Total: 3
    • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
    • Community Features: Pool
    • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
    • Basement Type: Full
    • Bedrooms Possible: 3
    • Air Conditioning: Central Air
    • Electric: Circuit Breakers
    • Basement Description: Partially Finished, Exterior Access
    • Basement Bathrooms: Yes
    • Fireplace Location: Living Room
    • Room Type: Kitchen
    • Num of Baths: 3.0
    Exterior Features
    • Type: 1 Story
    Utilities / Equipment
    • Sewer: Septic-Private
    • Water: Private Well
    • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher
    • Other Equipment: Water-Softener Owned, Ceiling Fan(s)
    Property/Lot Information
    • Exterior Property Features: Deck, Patio, Pool In-Ground, Storms/Screens, Invisible Fence
    • New Construction YN: No
    • Rebuilt: No
    • Rehabilitated: Yes
    • Rehab Year: 2019
    • Built Before 1978: Yes
    • Age: 41-50 Years
    • Type Detached: 1 Story
    • Total Sq Ft: 0
    • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
    • Total Finished and Unfin Sq Ft: 0
    • Lot Description: Landscaped Professionally, River Front
    • Lot Size: .50-.99 Acre
    • Lot Dimensions: 104X216X91X216
    • Other Structures: Outbuilding
    • Waterfront: Yes
    • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
    • Driveway: Asphalt
    • Exterior Building Type: Brick, Other
    • Roof Type: Asphalt
    • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
    • General Information: School Bus Service
    • Living Area Source: Taped
    Property and Assessments
    • Public Document Count: 2
    • Document Date: 2021-05-04T17:34:28
    • Photos Count: 33
    • Rural: Y
    Virtual Tour/Additional Media
    • Virtual Tour: None
    • Virtual Tour YN: No
    Room Information
    Master Bedroom Information
    • Master Bedroom Level: Main
    • Room Type: Master Bedroom
    • Master Bedroom Bath: Full
    • Master Bedroom Flooring: Carpet
    • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 14X16
    Bedroom #2 Information
    • 2nd Bedroom Level: Main
    • Room Type: Bedroom 2
    • 2nd Bedroom Flooring: Carpet
    • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 11X12
    Bedroom #3 Information
    • 3rd Bedroom Level: Main
    • Room Type: Bedroom 3
    • 3rd Bedroom Flooring: Carpet
    • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 11X15
    Dining Room Information
    • Dining Room Level: Main
    • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
    • Dining Room Flooring: Hardwood
    • Dining Room Dimensions: 9X12
    Family Room Information
    • Family Room Level: Walkout Basement
    • RoomType_FR: Family Room
    • Family Room Dimensions: 20X36
    Kitchen Information
    • Kitchen Level: Main
    • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
    • Kitchen Type: Eating Area-Breakfast Bar,Eating Area-Table Space
    • Kitchen Flooring: Hardwood
    • Kitchen Dimensions: 13X22
    Laundry Information
    • Laundry Level: Main
    • Room Type: Laundry
    • Laundry Flooring: Ceramic Tile
    • Laundry Dimensions: 7X8
    Living Room Information
    • Living Room Level: Main
    • Room Type: Living Room
    • Living Room Flooring: Hardwood
    • Living Room Dimensions: 15X21
    Kitchen- 2nd Information
    • Room Level: Basement
    • Room Type: Kitchen- 2nd
    • Dimensions: 15X22

    Property History for 12662 Lawrence Road

    DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
    Jul 30, 2021

    Sold (Public Record)

    Public Record #1468847882

    $330,000

    +26.4% / yr

    Jul 30, 2021

    Sold

    MRED #11075358

    $329,900
    May 25, 2021

    Pending

    MRED #11075358

    DateEvent & SourcePrice
    07/30/2021

    Sold (Public Record)

    Public Record #1468847882

    $330,000

    +26.4% / yr

    07/30/2021

    Sold

    MRED #11075358

    $329,900
    05/25/2021

    Pending

    MRED #11075358

    For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

    Public Records for 12662 Lawrence Road

    Taxable ValueLand$2,613Additions$130,651Total$133,264
    Tax Record2025$8,490 ($707 / month)
    Home Facts
    Beds0Lot Size20,909 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceCountyWHITESIDEAPN1036276002

    Schools near 12662 Lawrence Road

    This home is within Sterling Community Unit School District 5.
    Rating
    School
    Type
    Grades
    Distance
    Public - PK to 2
    Public - 6 to 8
    Public - 9 to 12
    Public - 3 to 5
    Rating
    School
    Distance
    Franklin Elementary School
    PublicPK to 2

    Challand Middle School
    Public6 to 8

    Sterling High School
    Public9 to 12

    Lincoln Elementary School
    Public3 to 5

    School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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    Nearby home values

    AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
    This home: 12662 Lawrence Road, Sterling, IL 61081
    $329,900
    3
    2,144
    20,909
    $78,000
    18,731
    20,909
    $210,000
    3
    1
    20,473
    27,007

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