304 1/2 W 7th St

$124,900
Price
4
Beds
1,386 Sq. Ft.
$90 / Sq. Ft.
1,386
Sq. Ft.
$90
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Beautifully updated two story home featuring new vinyl double hung windows, new quartz kitchen countertops accented by quality wood Merrilat cabinets, custom built-in spice rack, new Frigidaire Stainless Steel kitchen appliances, new vinyl plank flooring, new carpeting, fresh paint and recent furnace and central air upgrades make this home a must see! The exterior features a welcoming screened front porch, off-alley two car concrete pad all within walking distance of downtown Sterling! Make the call...Beautifully updated two story home featuring new vinyl double hung windows, new quartz kitchen countertops accented by quality wood Merrilat cabinets, custom built-in spice rack, new Frigidaire Stainless Steel kitchen appliances, new vinyl plank flooring, new carpeting, fresh paint and recent furnace and central air upgrades make this home a must see! The exterior features a welcoming screened front porch, off-alley two car concrete pad all within walking distance of downtown Sterling! Make the call today before this fantastic opportunity slips away.

Property Details for 304 1/2 West 7th Street

Area
Sterling
Township
Sterling
Ownership
Fee Simple
Num Of Parking Spaces
2.0
Parking Included in Price
Yes
Air Conditioning Type
Central Air
Heat/Fuel
Natural Gas, Forced Air
Architectural Style
Farmhouse
LISTING UPDATED: 12/16/2025 12:07 AM

Property Details for 304 1/2 West 7th Street

StatusActive
MLS #12513668
Days on Market43
Taxes$686 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeDetached Single / 2 Stories
Year Built1910
Lot Size0.10 AC / 4,402 SF
CountyWhiteside County

Location

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Building Information for 304 1/2 West 7th Street

Stories-Year Built1910Building Size-Lot Size0.10 AC / 4,402 SF

Payment Calculator

$674 per month

30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest

Principal and Interest

$617

Property Taxes

$57

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 304 1/2 West 7th Street

General Information
School Information
  • Elementary School District: 5
  • High School District: 5
  • Middle Or Junior School District: 5
Addtl Parking Information
  • Parking Details: Off Alley, Yes
Location and General Information
  • Front Exposure: South
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Association Fee Includes: None
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
  • Additional Parcels: No
Property Information
Interior Features
  • Num Of Rooms: 7
  • Bedrooms Total: 4
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
  • Attic: Interior Stair,Unfinished
  • Basement Type: Unfinished, Full
  • Bedrooms Possible: 4
  • Air Conditioning: Central Air
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Room Type: No additional rooms
  • Num of Baths: 1.1
Exterior Features
  • Type: 2 Stories
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Water: Public
  • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator
Property/Lot Information
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Rebuilt: No
  • Rehabilitated: Yes
  • Rehab Year: 2025
  • Built Before 1978: Yes
  • Age: 100+ Years
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Total Finished and Unfin Sq Ft: 0
  • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Lot Size Source: County Records
  • Lot Dimensions: 31x142
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • Construction: Aluminum Siding
  • Roof Type: Asphalt
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • General Information: None
  • Living Area Source: Assessor
Property and Assessments
  • Public Document Count: 1
  • Document Date: 2025-11-15T15:24:25
  • Photos Count: 20
  • 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: 12X11
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 16X8
Bedroom #3 Information
  • 3rd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 13X8
Bedroom #4 Information
  • 4th Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom #4 Room Dimensions: 11X7
Dining Room Information
  • Dining Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
  • Dining Room Dimensions: 12X11
Family Room Information
  • Family Room Level: N/A
  • RoomType_FR: Family Room
Kitchen Information
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 19X7
Laundry Information
  • Laundry Level: N/A
  • Room Type: Laundry
Living Room Information
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Living Room Dimensions: 14X11

Property History for 304 1/2 West 7th Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Dec 10, 2025

Price Change

MRED #12513668

$124,900
Dec 10, 2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12513668

$129,000
Dec 3, 2025

Contingent

MRED #12513668

Nov 21, 2025

Price Change

MRED #12513668

$124,900
Nov 14, 2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12513668

$129,000
May 31, 2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1903835536

$26,500
Feb 3, 2025

Cancelled

MRED #12184579

$59,900
Oct 9, 2024

Listed (Active)

MRED #12184579

$59,900
Dec 15, 2013

Cancelled

NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS® #200787591

$33,900
Jan 31, 2013

Sold

MRED #08225717

$23,000
Jan 9, 2013

Pending

MRED #08225717

Nov 27, 2012

Listed (Active)

MRED #08225717

$34,900
Oct 31, 2012

Expired

MRED #07997445

$34,900
Feb 13, 2012

Listed (Active)

MRED #07997445

$44,900
Nov 16, 2007

Sold

MRED #07349863

$55,000
Nov 15, 2007

Listed (Active)

MRED #07349863

$69,900
Apr 15, 2007

Cancelled

NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS® #200788424

$28,500
Apr 3, 2007

Listed (Active)

NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS® #200788424

$33,900
Mar 14, 2007

Listed (Active)

NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS® #200787591

$33,900
DateEvent & SourcePrice
12/10/2025

Price Change

MRED #12513668

$124,900
12/10/2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12513668

$129,000
12/03/2025

Contingent

MRED #12513668

11/21/2025

Price Change

MRED #12513668

$124,900
11/14/2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12513668

$129,000
05/31/2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1903835536

$26,500
02/03/2025

Cancelled

MRED #12184579

$59,900
10/09/2024

Listed (Active)

MRED #12184579

$59,900
12/15/2013

Cancelled

NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS® #200787591

$33,900
01/31/2013

Sold

MRED #08225717

$23,000
01/09/2013

Pending

MRED #08225717

11/27/2012

Listed (Active)

MRED #08225717

$34,900
10/31/2012

Expired

MRED #07997445

$34,900
02/13/2012

Listed (Active)

MRED #07997445

$44,900
11/16/2007

Sold

MRED #07349863

$55,000
11/15/2007

Listed (Active)

MRED #07349863

$69,900
04/15/2007

Cancelled

NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS® #200788424

$28,500
04/03/2007

Listed (Active)

NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS® #200788424

$33,900
03/14/2007

Listed (Active)

NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS® #200787591

$33,900

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

Public Records for 304 1/2 West 7th Street

Taxable ValueLand$2,200Additions$5,622Total$7,822
Tax Record2024$686 ($57 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Lot Size4,402 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceCountyWHITESIDEAPN1121332010

Schools near 304 1/2 West 7th Street

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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304 1/2 West 7th Street is a single family home for sale in Sterling, IL 61081. This property was listed for sale on November 14, 2025 by Ardain Real Estate Inc., it's currently listed at $124,900. It has been on the market for a total of 43 days and was last sold on May 31, 2025. This listing's school district is Sterling Community Unit School District 5. Nearby schools include Franklin Elementary School, Challand Middle School and Sterling High School. 304 1/2 West 7th Street is a 4-bed, 2-bath, 1,386 sqft single family home built in 1910.

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