203 14th Ave., Sterling, IL 61081

You'll love this stately, family friendly home in Sterling. Built in 1900, and located across from Sterling's walking trail, it features large, airy rooms with views of the river. The foyer offers both a sense of history and a warm welcome, with storage for books, boot, and coats, as well as a stained glass window. Just down the hall, the kitchen is made designed for gathering and feeding, opening both into the family room and the deck. And, back toward the foyer, you'll find the 14 X 14 living room with original hardwood flooring and that beautiful open staircase. Off of it is a large den/library room that can also be used as a 4th bedroom. Take the stairs up past another stained glass window and you'll find 3 bedrooms and the second full bath. Steam heat for winter and portable air conditioners for summer comfort. Updates included: Exterior foundation coating, new front door, new water heater, paint, replacement windows, bedroom flooring, paint, light fixtures and 2 bathrooms renovated, chimney liner, moisture barrier added to parts of the basement. Roof is approximately 8 years old. The Boiler is scheduled to be cleaned and radiators inspected in the middle of April so they will be in tip-top shape.