$180,000

beds

baths

1,344

square ft

(Address confidential)

Dekalb, Illinois 60115

Active / MLS #12522654 / Single Family / Dekalb

Listing information updated 12/3/2025 at 6:03am

Don't let this one fool you! This 1.5-story Cape Cod-style home with cedar-shingle siding is full of charm, character, and thoughtful updates. Located on 1st Street, just moments from downtown DeKalb, you're steps from parks, the Kishwaukee trail, and shopping. The owner began a careful renovation but was relocated out of state-so you get the benefit of the completed work without the price tag of a full remodel. Step inside to an inviting entryway with a sweet built-in and roomy coat closet. The living room features a large picture window, hardwood floors, and high ceilings that make the space feel bright and open. A brand-new main-floor bedroom and full bath were rebuilt from the studs up. The large eat-in kitchen still needs some love-unless you're a fan of bold orange and vintage wallpaper! Main-floor laundry adds convenience. Upstairs, you'll find two good-sized bedrooms with ample closet space and a beautifully finished full bath featuring a travertine tile shower. The full basement provides great storage options. A covered breezeway leads to the 2-car garage, accessible from the alley. Tear-off roof (2022), Chimney rebuilt (2022), New electrical throughout, Recessed lighting in bedrooms & bathrooms, HVAC updated in 2020. This diamond in the rough needs only cosmetic finishing touches-all the major work has already been done for you!

Full Features

Exterior Type:

Wood Siding,Shingle Siding

Basement:

Unfinished,Crawl Space,Full

Beds Above Grade:

Cooling System:

Central Air

Heating System:

Natural Gas, Forced Air

Appliances:

Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Water Softener Owned

Main Level Primary Bedroom:

Pool:

Age:

81-90 Years

Roof Type:

Asphalt

Parking Type:

Garage - Asphalt,Garage Door Opener,Yes,Garage Owned,Detached,Garage

Parking Spaces:

Garage:

Detached

Room Count:

Water Front:

Square Feet:

1,344

Lot Size:

Less Than .25 Acre

Acreage:

0.18

Internal Features:

1st Floor Full Bath, Built-in Features, High Ceilings, Dining Combo

External Features:

Breezeway

Room Information

Living Room:

12x19 - Main

Dining Room:

N/A

Kitchen:

16x17 - Main

Family Room:

N/A

Primary Bedroom:

13x15 - Second Level

2nd Bedroom:

13x14 - Second

3rd Bedroom:

12x12 - Main

4th Bedroom:

N/A

Laundry:

N/A Level

Taxes & Assessments

Tax Amount:

$3,832

Tax Year:

2024

Location

Zip Code:

60115

City:

Dekalb

County:

Dekalb

Schools

School District(s):

428

Elementary School:

Tyler Elementary School

Middle School:

Huntley Middle School

High School:

De Kalb High School

Exterior Type:

Wood Siding,Shingle Siding

Basement:

Unfinished,Crawl Space,Full

Beds Above Grade:

Cooling System:

Central Air

Heating System:

Natural Gas, Forced Air

Appliances:

Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Water Softener Owned

Main Level Primary Bedroom:

Pool:

Age:

81-90 Years

Roof Type:

Asphalt

Parking Type:

Garage - Asphalt,Garage Door Opener,Yes,Garage Owned,Detached,Garage

Parking Spaces:

Garage:

Detached

Room Count:

Water Front:

Square Feet:

1,344

Lot Size:

Less Than .25 Acre

Acreage:

0.18

Internal Features:

1st Floor Full Bath, Built-in Features, High Ceilings, Dining Combo

External Features:

Breezeway

Living Room:

12x19 - Main

Dining Room:

N/A

Kitchen:

16x17 - Main

Family Room:

N/A

Primary Bedroom:

13x15 - Second Level

2nd Bedroom:

13x14 - Second

3rd Bedroom:

12x12 - Main

4th Bedroom:

N/A

Laundry:

N/A Level

Tax Amount:

$3,832

Tax Year:

2024

Zip Code:

60115

City:

Dekalb

County:

Dekalb

School District(s):

428

Elementary School:

Tyler Elementary School

Middle School:

Huntley Middle School

High School:

De Kalb High School

Listing Office: Keller Williams Inspire - Geneva

Listing Office Phone: 630.262.9500

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