Last Sold Price
2 beds1,442 sqft$130/sqft
24839 Indian Ridge RdSterling, IL61081

Description

Motivated sellers! A true mechanic's dream property featuring a fully equipped 30x40 heated and insulated shop - perfect for automotive work, small business use, or serious hobby projects. This impressive shop space is built for performance, offering 14-foot ceilings, 200-amp electrical service, and both 10-foot and 8-foot overhead doors for easy access. It comes fully outfitted with a vehicle lift, tire machine, wheel balancer, multiple workbenches, and five airlines, making it ideal for working...Motivated sellers! A true mechanic's dream property featuring a fully equipped 30x40 heated and insulated shop - perfect for automotive work, small business use, or serious hobby projects. This impressive shop space is built for performance, offering 14-foot ceilings, 200-amp electrical service, and both 10-foot and 8-foot overhead doors for easy access. It comes fully outfitted with a vehicle lift, tire machine, wheel balancer, multiple workbenches, and five airlines, making it ideal for working on cars, trucks, or motorcycles year-round. The property sits on just under an acre, offering a rare blend of work and home convenience in one location. The home features an enclosed porch, spacious living room, dining/kitchen combo, main-floor bedroom and full bathroom, plus a den or office. A large finished and heated enclosed porch adds living space, while upstairs offers a loft area and a primary bedroom with double closets. The partially finished basement provides plenty of storage, a large laundry/mechanical room, and flexible space for projects or expansion. Recent updates include a new roof (2023), new water heater (2023), and new well pressure tank for added peace of mind. The A/C (9 years old) and furnace with whole-home humidifier (15 years old) ensure comfort throughout the seasons. Outside, enjoy an oversized detached one-car garage, fully fenced yard, and concrete patio featuring a BullfrogX spa hot tub and gazebo. The property also includes established fruit trees and garden beds, including strawberries, peaches, apples, cherries, and berries - perfect for anyone who enjoys country living with modern convenience. This property offers everything a mechanic, craftsman, or hobbyist could ask for - a move-in ready home, equipped shop, and the space to live and work comfortably. Don't miss this opportunity to own a mechanic's paradise in Como, IL!
LISTING CLOSED: 12/17/2025 12:00 AM

Property Details for 24839 Indian Ridge Road

Status
MLS #
12470443
Days on Market
67
Taxes
$3,471 / year
HOA Fees
-
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
MLS Type
Detached Single / 1.5 Story
Year Built
1945
Lot Size
0.87 AC / 37,897 SF
Area
Sterling
Township
Sterling
Ownership
Fee Simple
Num Of Garage Spaces
3.0
Num Of Parking Spaces
3.0
Air Conditioning Type
Central Air
Heat/Fuel
Natural Gas, Forced Air
Architectural Style
Bungalow
Lorynn Gavin
P: 3524670684

Location

Add your commute

Building Information for 24839 Indian Ridge Road

Stories-Year Built1945Building Size-Lot Size0.87 AC / 37,897 SF

Payment Calculator

Get preapproved with
OriginPoint Mortgage or Rocket Mortgage1

$1,245 per month

30 year fixed, 6.55% Interest

Principal and Interest

$956

Property Taxes

$289

HOA Dues

$0

The Payment Calculator is for illustrative purposes only.

Know your buying power with a preapproval and custom rate in minutes

Rocket Mortgage1

Property Information for 24839 Indian Ridge Road

General Information
School Information
  • Elementary School District: 5
  • High School District: 5
  • Middle Or Junior School District: 5
Addtl Parking Information
  • Parking Details: Gravel, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Garage, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Association Fee Includes: None
  • Master Association Fee: No
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
Property Information
Interior Features
  • Num Of Rooms: 6
  • Bedrooms Total: 2
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
  • Basement Type: Partially Finished, Full
  • Bedrooms Possible: 2
  • Air Conditioning: Central Air
  • Electric: 200+ Amp Service
  • Basement Bathrooms: Yes
  • Room Type: Den, Enclosed Porch, Loft, Screened Porch
  • Num of Baths: 1.1
Exterior Features
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch
  • Type: 1.5 Story
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Water: Well
  • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Water Softener Owned
  • Other Equipment: Water-Softener Owned, CO Detectors, Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump, Security Cameras
Property/Lot Information
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Rebuilt: No
  • Rehabilitated: No
  • Built Before 1978: Yes
  • Age: 71-80 Years
  • Type Detached: 1.5 Story
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Total Finished and Unfin Sq Ft: 0
  • Lot Description: Corner Lot
  • Lot Size: .50-.99 Acre
  • Lot Size Source: County Records
  • Lot Dimensions: 190x200
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • Exterior Building Type: Vinyl Siding
  • Construction: Vinyl Siding
  • Roof Type: Asphalt
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • General Information: School Bus Service
  • Living Area Source: Taped
Property and Assessments
  • Public Document Count: 1
  • Document Date: 2025-09-12T18:14:25
  • Photos Count: 33
  • OpenHouse Count: 0
Virtual Tour/Additional Media
  • Virtual Tour: None
  • Virtual Tour YN: No
Room Information
Master Bedroom Information
  • Master Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Master Bedroom
  • Master Bedroom Bath: None
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 11X15
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 9X13
Bedroom #3 Information
  • 3rd Bedroom Level: N/A
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
Bedroom #4 Information
  • 4th Bedroom Level: N/A
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
Dining Room Information
  • Dining Room Level: N/A
  • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
Family Room Information
  • Family Room Level: N/A
  • RoomType_FR: Family Room
Kitchen Information
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 10X12
Laundry Information
  • Laundry Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Laundry Dimensions: 12X12
Living Room Information
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Living Room Dimensions: 13X17
Loft Information
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Loft
  • Dimensions: 10X13
Enclosed Porch Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Enclosed Porch
  • Dimensions: 8X12
Den Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Den
  • Dimensions: 9X13
Screened Porch Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Screened Porch
  • Dimensions: 17X28

Property History for 24839 Indian Ridge Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Dec 17, 2025

Sold

MRED #12470443

$188,000
Nov 17, 2025

Pending

MRED #12470443

Nov 17, 2025

Contingent

MRED #12470443

DateEvent & SourcePrice
12/17/2025

Sold

MRED #12470443

$188,000
11/17/2025

Pending

MRED #12470443

11/17/2025

Contingent

MRED #12470443

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

Public Records for 24839 Indian Ridge Road

Taxable ValueLand$4,738Additions$56,584Total$61,322
Tax Record2025$3,690 ($308 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Lot Size37,897 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceCountyWHITESIDEAPN1035431015

Schools near 24839 Indian Ridge 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.

Similar Homes

No guarantee, warranty or representation of any kind is made regarding the completeness or accuracy of any information, descriptions or measurements (including square footage measurements and property condition), such should be independently verified through appropriate means, including, but not limited to, in person inspection and public records, and Compass International Holdings, its subsidiaries, affiliates and independently owned and operated franchisees, and their affiliated agents and associated third parties expressly disclaim any liability in connection therewith. Photos may be virtually staged or digitally enhanced and may not reflect actual property conditions. Offers of compensation are subject to change at the seller's discretion. No financial or legal advice provided. Equal Housing Opportunity.

Listing Courtesy of United Country Sauk Valley Realty

Based on information from one of the following Multiple Listing Services: Midwest Real Estate Data LLC (\"MRED\"), MRED PLN GRID, Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association and NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS. Information being provided is for the visitor’s personal, noncommercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties visitor may be interested in purchasing. The data contained herein is copyrighted by Midwest Real Estate Data LLC (\"MRED\"), MRED PLN GRID, Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association and NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS is protected by all applicable copyright laws. Any dissemination of this information is in violation of copyright laws and is strictly prohibited. Property information referenced on this web site comes from the Internet Data Exchange (IDX) program of the MLS. This web site may reference real estate listing(s) held by a brokerage firm other than the broker and/or agent who owns this web site. For the avoidance of doubt, the accuracy of all information, regardless of source, is deemed reliable but not guaranteed and should be personally verified through personal inspection by and/or with the appropriate professionals. Properties displayed may be listed or sold by various participants in the MLS. Based on information submitted to the MLS GRID as of 12/18/2025 11:41 AM. All data is obtained from various sources and may not have been verified by broker or MLS GRID. Supplied Open House Information is subject to change without notice. All information should be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy. Properties may or may not be listed by the office/agent presenting the information.