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$493,807$200 / 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
Last sold for $620,000 on Oct 22, 2025

17885 GRANDVIEW DR

STERLING, IL 61081
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,470 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.
1.95 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2006
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.

Valuation

$494K
$461K low$527K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$620,000 · Oct 22, 2025

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$11,853 (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.$161,040 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$14,805
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$146,235
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$163,054
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$483,120

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.48
56
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
12
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.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.19 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
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.1.95
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(3)

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.

E
Franklin Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–2 · 3.4 mi
H
Sterling High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.5 mi
M
Challand Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 3.5 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

17885 Grandview Dr 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.

  • Among the most valuable homes in Sterling 61081
  • Costs more per square foot than 95% of homes in Whiteside County
  • Bigger than 94% of homes in Whiteside County
  • Has a bigger lot than 94% of homes in Sterling 61081
  • Newer than 97% of homes in Whiteside County

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
$42K$442K

This home is worth more than almost all 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$493,807
CheaperTypical $132,788Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Price per ft²$200
CheaperTypical $122Pricier

Pricier than 93% of homes nearby

Living area2,470 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,474 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 88% of homes nearby

Lot size1.95 ac
SmallerTypical 0.22 acBigger

Bigger than 94% of homes nearby

Year built2006
OlderTypical 1952Newer

Newer than 96% of homes nearby

How 17885 Grandview Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSterling 61081Whiteside County
Estimated valuepricier than$493,807almost all homesalmost all homes
Price per ft²pricier than$20093% of homes95% of homes
Living areabigger than2,470 ft²88% of homes94% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.95 ac94% of homes91% of homes
Year builtnewer than200696% of homes97% of homes

About 17885 Grandview Dr

How much is 17885 Grandview Dr, Sterling, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 17885 Grandview Dr, Sterling, IL is $493,807 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $460,665 to $526,949. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 17885 Grandview Dr, Sterling, IL last sell?

17885 Grandview Dr, Sterling, IL last sold on Oct 22, 2025 for $620,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 17885 Grandview Dr, Sterling, IL?

17885 Grandview Dr, Sterling, IL has 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 2,470 square feet of living space and a 1.95-acre lot.

When was 17885 Grandview Dr, Sterling, IL built?

17885 Grandview Dr, Sterling, IL was built in 2006, making it 20 years old.

What schools serve 17885 Grandview Dr, Sterling, IL?

17885 Grandview Dr, Sterling, IL is assigned to Franklin Elementary School (elementary); Sterling High School (high), rated C+; Challand Middle School (middle), rated C-. All sit in Sterling Community Unit District 5. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 17885 Grandview Dr, Sterling, IL compare to other homes in Sterling 61081?

Among the 7,725 homes in Sterling 61081, it is worth more than almost all of them ($493,807 against a typical $132,788), its price per square foot is higher than 93% of them ($200 against a typical $122), it is bigger than 88% of them (2,470 ft² against a typical 1,474 ft²), its lot is bigger than 94% of them (1.95 ac against a typical 0.22 ac) and it is newer than 96% of them (2006 against a typical 1952). Measured against all of Whiteside County, it is worth more than almost all 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 17885 Grandview Dr, Sterling, IL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 17885 Grandview Dr, Sterling, IL was $11,853. The county assessed it at $161,040.

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