Courtesy: Whitetail Properties Real Estate, LLC
217-285-9000
Located in eastern Whiteside County near the Sterling and Rock Falls area, this 19.41-acre Illinois hunting and recreational property combines productive tillable acreage, annual farm income, timber habitat, wildlife management improvements, a trail system, and convenient access. Positioned between the Rock River and Elkhorn Creek, and directly across the road from the 140-acre Lake Como State Natural Area, where hunting is not allowed, the property is surrounded by a diverse mix of agricultural ground, timber, ponds, and additional wildlife habitat. This setting offers a practical combination of income-producing farmland and recreational ground in northwest Illinois. Access is one of the property's strongest features. The farm is conveniently located near I-88 and U.S. Route 30, making it accessible from the Sterling and Rock Falls area as well as other communities throughout northern Illinois. The property is also located on a dead-end road, limiting traffic near the property. The property has more than one-quarter mile of frontage along the I-88 and Route 30 corridor. A 5.7-acre mature tree line buffer adjacent to the property is located within the right-of-way and acts as a funnel or travel corridor for deer entering and exiting the property. A field entrance provides direct access to the agricultural portion of the farm, while a second entrance off Como Road provides another convenient point of entry. A recently cleared area near the Como Road entrance offers room for vehicle parking and could provide a potential building location, subject to county zoning, permitting, utilities, and other applicable requirements. Approximately 12 acres of the 19.41-acre property are tillable, creating an agricultural income component that complements the recreational acreage. The rented farmland has a reported productivity index of approximately 115, giving future owners a productive agricultural component that may remain attractive to farm operators and prospective tenants. Beyond the row crop acreage, the timber and habitat improvements make this Whiteside County property particularly appealing as a smaller Illinois hunting tract. Food plots totaling approximately 4 acres are located within the timber and tillable portions of the property, providing wildlife attraction areas near available cover and surrounding agricultural ground. Approximately 1 acre of standing beans is planned to remain after harvest, adding another food source for wildlife. Two new, high-quality elevated 6-foot by 6-foot hunting blinds are also available for purchase separately, providing a potential turnkey addition for a buyer interested in hunting the property. The property's setting between the Rock River and Elkhorn Creek adds to the broader habitat diversity of the area. Surrounding properties include timber, agricultural fields, ponds, and other habitat features, creating connections beyond the boundaries of this 19.41-acre parcel. Recently installed trail cameras are helping establish an inventory of whitetail deer and wild turkey using the property. This wildlife activity, combined with row crops, timber, interior food plots, and surrounding habitat, gives a future owner a strong starting point for continued land and wildlife management. The combination of tillable acreage and timber gives this property versatility that can be difficult to find on smaller acreage. Rather than being exclusively agricultural or recreational, the farm provides multiple potential uses within one manageable tract. The tillable acreage offers rental income potential, while the wooded acreage, food plots, trail system, and observed deer and turkey activity provide opportunities for hunting and wildlife management. Multiple entrances further improve access for farm equipment, vehicles, hunting activities, and land maintenance. Location is another important consideration. Sterling and Rock Falls are established Rock River communities offering shopping, dini
Located in eastern Whiteside County near the Sterling and Rock Falls area, this 19.41-acre Illinois hunting and recreational property combines productive tillable acreage, annual farm income, timber habitat, wildlife management improvements, a trail system, and convenient access. Positioned between the Rock River and Elkhorn Creek, and directly across the road from the 140-acre Lake Como State Natural Area, where hunting is not allowed, the property is surrounded by a diverse mix of agricultural ground, timber, ponds, and additional wildlife habitat. This setting offers a practical combination of income-producing farmland and recreational ground in northwest Illinois. Access is one of the property's strongest features. The farm is conveniently located near I-88 and U.S. Route 30, making it accessible from the Sterling and Rock Falls area as well as other communities throughout northern Illinois. The property is also located on a dead-end road, limiting traffic near the property. The property has more than one-quarter mile of frontage along the I-88 and Route 30 corridor. A 5.7-acre mature tree line buffer adjacent to the property is located within the right-of-way and acts as a funnel or travel corridor for deer entering and exiting the property. A field entrance provides direct access to the agricultural portion of the farm, while a second entrance off Como Road provides another convenient point of entry. A recently cleared area near the Como Road entrance offers room for vehicle parking and could provide a potential building location, subject to county zoning, permitting, utilities, and other applicable requirements. Approximately 12 acres of the 19.41-acre property are tillable, creating an agricultural income component that complements the recreational acreage. The rented farmland has a reported productivity index of approximately 115, giving future owners a productive agricultural component that may remain attractive to farm operators and prospective tenants. Beyond the row crop acreage, the timber and habitat improvements make this Whiteside County property particularly appealing as a smaller Illinois hunting tract. Food plots totaling approximately 4 acres are located within the timber and tillable portions of the property, providing wildlife attraction areas near available cover and surrounding agricultural ground. Approximately 1 acre of standing beans is planned to remain after harvest, adding another food source for wildlife. Two new, high-quality elevated 6-foot by 6-foot hunting blinds are also available for purchase separately, providing a potential turnkey addition for a buyer interested in hunting the property. The property's setting between the Rock River and Elkhorn Creek adds to the broader habitat diversity of the area. Surrounding properties include timber, agricultural fields, ponds, and other habitat features, creating connections beyond the boundaries of this 19.41-acre parcel. Recently installed trail cameras are helping establish an inventory of whitetail deer and wild turkey using the property. This wildlife activity, combined with row crops, timber, interior food plots, and surrounding habitat, gives a future owner a strong starting point for continued land and wildlife management. The combination of tillable acreage and timber gives this property versatility that can be difficult to find on smaller acreage. Rather than being exclusively agricultural or recreational, the farm provides multiple potential uses within one manageable tract. The tillable acreage offers rental income potential, while the wooded acreage, food plots, trail system, and observed deer and turkey activity provide opportunities for hunting and wildlife management. Multiple entrances further improve access for farm equipment, vehicles, hunting activities, and land maintenance. Location is another important consideration. Sterling and Rock Falls are established Rock River communities offering shopping, dini
Courtesy: Xtreme Realty
815-380-2500
Very nice residential building lot in Indian Ridge Subdivision. 1.865 Acres. 370' of frontage on a hard surface road. Room for your dream house, building, etc.Close to I88 interstate exchange. This is 2 lots combined to 1 pin#. Separate soil surveys for each lot are available in documents on this listing.
Courtesy: RE/MAX Sauk Valley
815-625-3722
Beautiful 2.4 acre lot with park like setting! Close to schools, parks and CGH. Utilities nearby. Great building site!
Courtesy: RE/MAX Sauk Valley
815-625-3722
Ohh the sunsets you'll see when you build here! Northland Hills...one of the few lots available in the subdivision. 1.11 acres. Build your dream home!
Courtesy: RE/MAX Sauk Valley
815-625-3722
NORTHLAND HILLS. Prime lot in a neighborhood of beautiful homes. Corner lot. Seems larger than the .59 acres. The perfect spot to build your dream home!
Courtesy: RE/MAX Sauk Valley
815-625-3722
Northland Hills - Available lot! One of the few lots left in the subdivision. Build your dream home here! Located in a neighborhood of fine homes. Great location between Sterling & Dixon. Close to shopping & golf course. Bus service to schools.
Courtesy: Heartland Realty 11 LLC
815-288-4648
Over 3 acres in great location- ready for your dream home! Located in Northland Acres subdivision, offering both privacy & easy access to town- located just off of Polo Rd N of Sterling. An adjacent 3+ acre lot is also listed for sale (Lot 8 Rodeo Dr) if you would like extra space- so don't wait to check this one out, call today!
Courtesy: RE/MAX Sauk Valley
815-625-3722
Development land in the heart of Indian Ridge Subdivision (Woessner Addition to Indian Ridge). Approximately 26 acres including 2 designated 66' accesses off of Deer Run and a vacant platted buildable lot (Lot 141). Located between Deer Run and Indian Ridge Road. Currently being farmed, call listing agent for details.
Courtesy: Cornerstone Partners QC - Real Broker, LLC
563-424-3499
This is a fantastic opportunity to own a prime lot in the heart of Northland Hills. This highly desired neighborhood provides easy access to shopping, golf, and restaurants. This lot is priced to sell, and features flat terrain, which is perfect for building your dream home!
Courtesy: RE/MAX Sauk Valley
815-625-3722
Home building site not far from schools and hospital. Taxes are approximate- assessed with larger parcel.
Courtesy: RE/MAX Sauk Valley
815-625-3722
Courtesy: RE/MAX Sauk Valley
815-625-3722
Courtesy: RE/MAX Sauk Valley
815-625-3722
Approximately 2 acres with 295' of frontage along East Lincolnway in east Sterling retail district. Flat topography easily divisible into improved lots.
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Sterling is located in Illinois. Sterling, Illinois has a population of 14,919. Sterling is less family-centric than the surrounding county with 20.55% of the households containing married families with children. The county average for households married with children is 25.42%.
The median household income in Sterling, Illinois is $47,778. The median household income for the surrounding county is $59,812 compared to the national median of $69,021. The median age of people living in Sterling is 42.7 years.
The average high temperature in July is 83.8 degrees, with an average low temperature in January of 12 degrees. The average rainfall is approximately 37.9 inches per year, with 28.6 inches of snow per year.
