# 1702 E 5th Street, Sterling, IL 61081 > **TL;DR:** 4bd/2ba single family, $299,000 ($111/sqft), built 1913, 2,697 sqft. > Fireplace, A/C, 2-car garage. Est. $1,599/mo. Listed 8 days. ## Property at a Glance | Attribute | Value | |-----------|-------| | Price | $299,000 | | Price/sqft | $111 | | Bedrooms | 4 | | Bathrooms | 2 full | | Square Feet | 2,697 | | Year Built | 1913 | | Lot Size | 31,625 sqft (0.73 acres) | | Stories | 3 | | Garage | 2-car | | Property Type | Single Family (Other) | | Status | Active | | Days on Market | 8 | ## Estimated Monthly Costs | Category | Amount | |----------|--------| | Principal & Interest (20% down, 30-year at 6.5%) | $1,512 | | Estimated Insurance | $87 | | **Total** | **$1,599** | ## Key Amenities - Fireplace - A/C - 2-car garage ## Property Highlights - Built in 1913 - 0.73 acre lot - 3 stories - 4 parking spaces - Fireplace ## Description ### Agent Description From the moment you pull up to 1702 E. 5th St. there's a quiet, comforting sense that you've finally arrived home. The covered front porch practically begs you to pour a cup of coffee, take a slow breath, and spend a peaceful morning watching the neighborhood come alive in the park right across the street. Step inside, and you're instantly wrapped in warmth. Sunlight streams across classic hardwood floors, while rich, original woodwork gives every room a grounded, timeless soul. You can easily picture crisp evenings spent curled up by the fireplace in the living room, or laughter echoing from the dining room during long, lazy Sunday dinners with the people you love most. In the kitchen, generous storage means everything has its place, making everyday routines feel completely effortless. Out back, you'll find even more room to stretch out additional land has been added to the property, giving you extra space to garden, play, host summer BBQs, or simply enjoy your own private slice of the outdoors. This home has been freshly painted with care, creating a bright, clean canvas that's ready for your story to begin. Even better, the heavy lifting has already been taken care of! With a brand new roof, gutters, water heater, washer, dryer, and kitchen sink all installed over the past year and a half. This isn't just a house with great updates; it's a place where memories are waiting to be made. All it needs now is you. ## Location - **Address:** 1702 E 5th Street, Sterling, IL 61081 - **County:** Whiteside - **Coordinates:** 41.797918, -89.675868 - **Google Maps:** https://www.google.com/maps?q=41.797918,-89.675868 ## Listing Agent - **Name:** Justin Pillion - **Brokerage:** Keller Williams Inspire - **Phone:** (630) 377-6200 - **Broker Phone:** (630) 377-6200 - **Listing URL:** [View original listing](https://www.realtor.com/realestateandhomes-detail/1702-E-5th-St_Sterling_IL_61081_M81625-43027?f=listhub&s=MREDIL&m=12770515&c=propsimple) ## Photos ![1702 E 5th Street - Photo 1](http://lh.rdcpix.com/b7b6bc926a1c9b6b1993e30a0fc1e658l-f3417986738r.jpg) ![1702 E 5th Street - Photo 2](http://lh.rdcpix.com/b7b6bc926a1c9b6b1993e30a0fc1e658l-f2083696737r.jpg) ![1702 E 5th Street - Photo 3](http://lh.rdcpix.com/b7b6bc926a1c9b6b1993e30a0fc1e658l-f488220791r.jpg) ![1702 E 5th Street - Photo 4](http://lh.rdcpix.com/b7b6bc926a1c9b6b1993e30a0fc1e658l-f3594988682r.jpg) ![1702 E 5th Street - Photo 5](http://lh.rdcpix.com/b7b6bc926a1c9b6b1993e30a0fc1e658l-f3140903816r.jpg) ![1702 E 5th Street - Photo 6](http://lh.rdcpix.com/b7b6bc926a1c9b6b1993e30a0fc1e658l-f518091721r.jpg) ![1702 E 5th Street - Photo 7](http://lh.rdcpix.com/b7b6bc926a1c9b6b1993e30a0fc1e658l-f361792053r.jpg) ![1702 E 5th Street - Photo 8](http://lh.rdcpix.com/b7b6bc926a1c9b6b1993e30a0fc1e658l-f639044010r.jpg) ![1702 E 5th Street - Photo 9](http://lh.rdcpix.com/b7b6bc926a1c9b6b1993e30a0fc1e658l-f2945825071r.jpg) ![1702 E 5th Street - Photo 10](http://lh.rdcpix.com/b7b6bc926a1c9b6b1993e30a0fc1e658l-f2218248625r.jpg) ![1702 E 5th Street - Photo 11](http://lh.rdcpix.com/b7b6bc926a1c9b6b1993e30a0fc1e658l-f541772243r.jpg) ![1702 E 5th Street - Photo 12](http://lh.rdcpix.com/b7b6bc926a1c9b6b1993e30a0fc1e658l-f3566806952r.jpg) ![1702 E 5th Street - Photo 13](http://lh.rdcpix.com/b7b6bc926a1c9b6b1993e30a0fc1e658l-f2655260363r.jpg) ![1702 E 5th Street - Photo 14](http://lh.rdcpix.com/b7b6bc926a1c9b6b1993e30a0fc1e658l-f3314410096r.jpg) ![1702 E 5th Street - Photo 15](http://lh.rdcpix.com/b7b6bc926a1c9b6b1993e30a0fc1e658l-f58018176r.jpg) ![1702 E 5th Street - Photo 16](http://lh.rdcpix.com/b7b6bc926a1c9b6b1993e30a0fc1e658l-f4019905857r.jpg) ![1702 E 5th Street - Photo 17](http://lh.rdcpix.com/b7b6bc926a1c9b6b1993e30a0fc1e658l-f3193300800r.jpg) ![1702 E 5th Street - Photo 18](http://lh.rdcpix.com/b7b6bc926a1c9b6b1993e30a0fc1e658l-f109553748r.jpg) ![1702 E 5th Street - Photo 19](http://lh.rdcpix.com/b7b6bc926a1c9b6b1993e30a0fc1e658l-f3756921467r.jpg) ![1702 E 5th Street - Photo 20](http://lh.rdcpix.com/b7b6bc926a1c9b6b1993e30a0fc1e658l-f3739995002r.jpg) ![1702 E 5th Street - Photo 21](http://lh.rdcpix.com/b7b6bc926a1c9b6b1993e30a0fc1e658l-f1845426231r.jpg) ![1702 E 5th Street - Photo 22](http://lh.rdcpix.com/b7b6bc926a1c9b6b1993e30a0fc1e658l-f2740867769r.jpg) ![1702 E 5th Street - Photo 23](http://lh.rdcpix.com/b7b6bc926a1c9b6b1993e30a0fc1e658l-f3732851825r.jpg) ![1702 E 5th Street - Photo 24](http://lh.rdcpix.com/b7b6bc926a1c9b6b1993e30a0fc1e658l-f4247345279r.jpg) ![1702 E 5th Street - Photo 25](http://lh.rdcpix.com/b7b6bc926a1c9b6b1993e30a0fc1e658l-f2286125482r.jpg) ![1702 E 5th Street - Photo 26](http://lh.rdcpix.com/b7b6bc926a1c9b6b1993e30a0fc1e658l-f27308822r.jpg) ![1702 E 5th Street - Photo 27](http://lh.rdcpix.com/b7b6bc926a1c9b6b1993e30a0fc1e658l-f3111732665r.jpg) ![1702 E 5th Street - Photo 28](http://lh.rdcpix.com/b7b6bc926a1c9b6b1993e30a0fc1e658l-f4017454382r.jpg) ![1702 E 5th Street - Photo 29](http://lh.rdcpix.com/b7b6bc926a1c9b6b1993e30a0fc1e658l-f2179836158r.jpg) ![1702 E 5th Street - Photo 30](http://lh.rdcpix.com/b7b6bc926a1c9b6b1993e30a0fc1e658l-f1283764770r.jpg) ![1702 E 5th Street - Photo 31](http://lh.rdcpix.com/b7b6bc926a1c9b6b1993e30a0fc1e658l-f598034116r.jpg) --- **MLS#:** 12770515 | **Updated:** 2026-09-28 **Source:** listhub *Copyright © 2026 Midwest Real Estate Data, LLC. All rights reserved. All information provided by the listing agent/broker is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.* [View on PropertySimple](https://www.propertysimple.ai/listing/1702-e-5th-street-sterling-il-61081-12770515) --- ## Structured Data ```json { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "RealEstateListing", "@id": "https://www.propertysimple.ai/listing/1702-e-5th-street-sterling-il-61081-12770515#listing", "url": "https://www.propertysimple.ai/listing/1702-e-5th-street-sterling-il-61081-12770515", "name": "1702 E 5th Street, Sterling, IL 61081", "description": "From the moment you pull up to 1702 E. 5th St. there's a quiet, comforting sense that you've finally arrived home. The covered front porch practically begs you to pour a cup of coffee, take a slow breath, and spend a peaceful morning watching the neighborhood come alive in the park right across the street. Step inside, and you're instantly wrapped in warmth. 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