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$105,096$115 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 93How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026

1209 5TH AVE

STERLING, IL 61081
0
Baths
911 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
0.17 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1931
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.

Valuation

$105K
$98K low$113K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,067 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$29,627 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$3,699
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$25,928
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$27,889
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$88,881

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.36
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
7
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
72
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
72
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
31
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.minimal

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyWHITESIDE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.17
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(1)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

H
Sterling High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.3 mi
M
Challand Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.4 mi
E
Jefferson Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–2 · 0.4 mi

District: Sterling Community Unit District 5

Neighborhood · ZIP 61081These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.104
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.84
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.39

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.91%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.12%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.11%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.3%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.21,065
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.171 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$63,565
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$81,958
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.37 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.55%

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How this home compares

1209 5th Ave measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth less than 66% of homes in Sterling 61081
  • Smaller than 87% of homes in Whiteside County
  • Has a smaller lot than 79% of homes in Whiteside County
  • Older than 72% of homes in Sterling 61081

What homes are worth in Sterling 61081

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$43K$439K

This home is worth more than 34% of homes in Sterling 61081.

How it measures up in Sterling 61081

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Sterling 61081.

Estimated value$105,096
CheaperTypical $133,016Pricier

Pricier than 34% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$115
CheaperTypical $122Pricier

Pricier than 45% of homes nearby

Living area911 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,470 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 16% of homes nearby

Lot size0.17 ac
SmallerTypical 0.22 acBigger

Bigger than 29% of homes nearby

Year built1931
OlderTypical 1952Newer

Newer than 28% of homes nearby

How 1209 5th Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSterling 61081Whiteside County
Estimated valuepricier than$105,09634% of homes38% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$11545% of homes52% of homes
Living areabigger than911 ft²16% of homes13% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.17 ac29% of homes21% of homes
Year builtnewer than193128% of homes31% of homes

About 1209 5th Ave

How much is 1209 5th Ave, Sterling, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1209 5th Ave, Sterling, IL is $105,096 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $97,560 to $112,632. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1209 5th Ave, Sterling, IL last sell?

1209 5th Ave, Sterling, IL last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1209 5th Ave, Sterling, IL?

1209 5th Ave, Sterling, IL has 911 square feet of living space and a 0.17-acre lot.

When was 1209 5th Ave, Sterling, IL built?

1209 5th Ave, Sterling, IL was built in 1931, making it 95 years old.

What schools serve 1209 5th Ave, Sterling, IL?

1209 5th Ave, Sterling, IL is assigned to Sterling High School (high), rated C+; Challand Middle School (middle), rated C-; Jefferson Elementary School (elementary). All sit in Sterling Community Unit District 5. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1209 5th Ave, Sterling, IL compare to other homes in Sterling 61081?

Among the 7,725 homes in Sterling 61081, it is worth more than 34% of them ($105,096 against a typical $133,016), its price per square foot is higher than 45% of them ($115 against a typical $122), it is bigger than 16% of them (911 ft² against a typical 1,470 ft²), its lot is bigger than 29% of them (0.17 ac against a typical 0.22 ac) and it is newer than 28% of them (1931 against a typical 1952). Measured against all of Whiteside County, it is worth more than 38% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 1209 5th Ave, Sterling, IL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1209 5th Ave, Sterling, IL was $1,067. The county assessed it at $29,627.

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