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$68,934$68 / 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 90How 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 $242,500 on Oct 3, 2023

305 W 5TH ST

STERLING, IL 61081
0
Baths
1,011 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.
0.18 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1900
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.

Valuation

$69K
$62K low$76K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$242,500 · Oct 3, 2023

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,781 (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.$17,532 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$3,508
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$14,024
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$16,504
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$52,596

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.35
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
1
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.0.18
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(4)

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 · 1.0 mi
M
Challand Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.1 mi
E
Franklin Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–2 · 1.9 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

305 W 5th St 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 88% of homes in Sterling 61081
  • Costs less per square foot than 88% of homes in Sterling 61081
  • Smaller than 80% of homes in Whiteside County
  • Has a smaller lot than 73% of homes in Whiteside County
  • Older than 86% 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
$41K$441K

This home is worth more than 12% 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$68,934
CheaperTypical $132,946Pricier

Pricier than 12% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$68
CheaperTypical $122Pricier

Pricier than 12% of homes nearby

Living area1,011 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,468 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 22% of homes nearby

Lot size0.18 ac
SmallerTypical 0.22 acBigger

Bigger than 36% of homes nearby

Year built1900
OlderTypical 1952Newer

Newer than 14% of homes nearby

How 305 W 5th St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSterling 61081Whiteside County
Estimated valuepricier than$68,93412% of homes13% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$6812% of homes16% of homes
Living areabigger than1,011 ft²22% of homes20% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.18 ac36% of homes27% of homes
Year builtnewer than190014% of homes14% of homes

About 305 W 5th St

How much is 305 W 5th St, Sterling, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 305 W 5th St, Sterling, IL is $68,934 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $61,847 to $76,021. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 305 W 5th St, Sterling, IL last sell?

305 W 5th St, Sterling, IL last sold on Oct 3, 2023 for $242,500, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 305 W 5th St, Sterling, IL?

305 W 5th St, Sterling, IL has 1,011 square feet of living space and a 0.18-acre lot.

When was 305 W 5th St, Sterling, IL built?

305 W 5th St, Sterling, IL was built in 1900, making it 126 years old.

What schools serve 305 W 5th St, Sterling, IL?

305 W 5th St, Sterling, IL is assigned to Sterling High School (high), rated C+; Challand Middle School (middle), rated C-; Franklin 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 305 W 5th St, Sterling, IL compare to other homes in Sterling 61081?

Among the 7,725 homes in Sterling 61081, it is worth more than 12% of them ($68,934 against a typical $132,946), its price per square foot is higher than 12% of them ($68 against a typical $122), it is bigger than 22% of them (1,011 ft² against a typical 1,468 ft²), its lot is bigger than 36% of them (0.18 ac against a typical 0.22 ac) and it is newer than 14% of them (1900 against a typical 1952). Measured against all of Whiteside County, it is worth more than 13% 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 305 W 5th St, Sterling, IL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 305 W 5th St, Sterling, IL was $1,781. The county assessed it at $17,532.

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