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Last Sold Price
2 beds1,870 sqft$152/sqft
24923 W Science Ridge Rd, Sterling, IL 61081
Single FamilyProperty Type
5 acresLot Size
1996Year Built
$152/sq ftPrice per sq ft
2 carsParking Spaces

Description

Beautiful log home with exceptional views. Situated on 5 acres with a 48x54 insulated building and CRP income. Many updates in the last 5 years. Stainless appliances, recently painted exterior, finished lower level includes a bedroom, family room & work shop. Deck with SunSetter awning and much more.Beautiful log home with exceptional views. Situated on 5 acres with a 48x54 insulated building and CRP income. Many updates in the last 5 years. Stainless appliances, recently painted exterior, finished lower level includes a bedroom, family room & work shop. Deck with SunSetter awning and much more.

    Sold By Re/Max Sauk Valley

    • Listed by: Keith 815.622.1598 Kjzoller@gmail.com;kjzoeller@gmail.com • Re/Max Sauk Valley
    Listing closed: 01/03/2014 12:00 AM • Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#: 08383556

    Recent comparable sales

    Median sold price

    $245,000

    Avg days on market

    21

    Sale-to-list ratio

    96.0%

    Sterling, IL

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    Property Information for 24923 West Science Ridge Road

    Property Details
    • Taxes: $5,184 / year
    • MLS Type: Detached Single / 1.5 Story
    • Area: Sterling
    • Township: STERLING
    • Ownership: Fee Simple
    • Num Of Garage Spaces: 2.0
    • Num Of Cars: 2.0
    • Parking Included in Price: Yes
    • Air Conditioning Type: Central Air
    • Num of Interior Fireplaces: 1
    • Heat/Fuel: Propane, Forced Air
    • Architectural Style: Log
    Building Information
    • Year Built: 1996
    • Lot Size: 5.00 AC / 217,800 SF
    General Information
    School Information
    • Elementary School District: 5
    • Elementary School: STERLING
    • Jr High Middle School: CHALLAND MIDDLE SCHOOL
    • High School District: 5
    • High School: STERLING HIGH SCHOOL
    • Middle Or Junior School District: 5
    Addtl Parking Information
    • Garage Details: Garage Door Opener(s), Heated
    • Garage On Site: true
    • Garage Ownership: Owned
    • Garage Type: Attached
    • Parking: Garage
    Taxes and HOA Information
    • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
    • Association Fee Includes: None
    • Master Association Fee: No
    Property Information
    Interior Features
    • Interior Property Features: Vaulted/Cathedral Ceilings, Hardwood Floors, First Floor Bedroom, First Floor Laundry, First Floor Full Bath
    • Num Of Rooms: 6
    • Bedrooms Total: 2
    • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
    • Bath Amenities: Whirlpool,Separate Shower
    • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning Stove
    • Basement Type: Full
    • Bedrooms Possible: 2
    • Air Conditioning: Central Air
    • Electric: 200+ Amp Service
    • Basement Description: Partially Finished
    • Basement Bathrooms: No
    • Fireplace Location: Living Room
    • Room Type: Loft
    • Num of Baths: 2.0
    Exterior Features
    • Type: 1.5 Story
    Utilities / Equipment
    • Sewer: Septic-Private
    • Water: Private Well
    • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, All Stainless Steel Kitchen Appliances
    • Other Equipment: Water-Softener Owned, Ceiling Fan(s)
    Property/Lot Information
    • Exterior Property Features: Deck, Porch
    • New Construction YN: No
    • Rehabilitated: No
    • Built Before 1978: No
    • Age: 16-20 Years
    • Type Detached: 1.5 Story
    • Lot Description: Wooded
    • Lot Size: 5.0-5.99 Acres
    • Lot Dimensions: 241X902
    • Other Structures: Barn(s), Shed(s)
    • Waterfront: No
    • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
    • Driveway: Asphalt
    • Exterior Building Type: Log
    • Roof Type: Asphalt
    • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
    • General Information: School Bus Service
    • Living Area Source: Assessor
    Property and Assessments
    • Buyer Financing: Cash, Conventional
    • Public Document Count: 0
    • Photos Count: 9
    Virtual Tour/Additional Media
    • Virtual Tour: Circlepix
    • Virtual Tour YN: Yes
    Room Information
    Master Bedroom Information
    • Master Bedroom Level: Second
    • Room Type: Master Bedroom
    • Master Bedroom Bath: Full
    • Master Bedroom Flooring: Hardwood
    • Master Bedroom Window Treatments: Curtains/Drapes
    • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 13X17
    Bedroom #2 Information
    • 2nd Bedroom Level: Main
    • Room Type: Bedroom 2
    • 2nd Bedroom Flooring: Carpet
    • 2nd Bedroom Window Treatments: Curtains/Drapes
    • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 12X13
    Dining Room Information
    • Dining Room Level: Main
    • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
    • Dining Room Flooring: Ceramic Tile
    • Dining Room Window Treatments: Curtains/Drapes
    • Dining Room Dimensions: 11X14
    Kitchen Information
    • Kitchen Level: Main
    • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
    • Kitchen Type: Island
    • Kitchen Flooring: Ceramic Tile
    • Kitchen Window Treatments: Curtains/Drapes
    • Kitchen Dimensions: 11X14
    Living Room Information
    • Living Room Level: Main
    • Room Type: Living Room
    • Living Room Flooring: Carpet
    • Living Room Window Treatments: Curtains/Drapes
    • Living Room Dimensions: 14X18
    Additional Room #1 Information
    • Addtl Room 1 Flooring: Hardwood
    • Addtl Room 1 Window Treatments: Curtains/Drapes
    Loft Information
    • Room Level: Second
    • Room Type: Loft
    • Dimensions: 14X18
    Bonus Room Information
    • Room Level: Main
    • Room Type: Bonus Room
    • Dimensions: 9X10

    Property History for 24923 West Science Ridge Road

    DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
    Jan 3, 2014

    Sold (Public Record)

    Public Record #391686688

    $285,000
    Jan 3, 2014

    Sold

    MRED #08383556

    $285,000
    Jan 3, 2014

    Sold

    MRED #08785029

    $285,000
    DateEvent & SourcePrice
    01/03/2014

    Sold (Public Record)

    Public Record #391686688

    $285,000
    01/03/2014

    Sold

    MRED #08383556

    $285,000
    01/03/2014

    Sold

    MRED #08785029

    $285,000

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

    Public Records for 24923 West Science Ridge Road

    Taxable ValueLand$17,707Additions$105,178Total$122,885
    Tax Record2025$7,797 ($650 / month)
    Home Facts
    Beds0Lot Size218,236 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceCountyWHITESIDEAPN1011400006

    Schools near 24923 West Science Ridge Road

    This home is within Sterling Community Unit School District 5.
    Rating
    School
    Type
    Grades
    Distance
    Public - 3 to 5
    Public - 6 to 8
    Public - 9 to 12
    Public - PK to 2
    Rating
    School
    Distance
    Lincoln Elementary School
    Public3 to 5

    Challand Middle School
    Public6 to 8

    Sterling High School
    Public9 to 12

    Franklin Elementary School
    PublicPK to 2

    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: 24923 West Science Ridge Road, Sterling, IL 61081
    $285,000
    2
    1,870
    217,800
    217,800
    217,800
    218,236
    34,412

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