$183,000

beds

baths

1,547

square ft

231 River Drive

Dekalb, Illinois 60115

New / MLS #12656936 / Single Family / Dekalb

Listing information updated 5/23/2026 at 7:43pm

This ranch 3 bedroom 2 bath home offers far more space than you'd expect, featuring a substantial addition that expands the home with a spacious family room, additional bedroom, second full bath, and convenient first-floor laundry. Bring your vision and ideas-this property is in need of updates and improvements but offers incredible potential for the buyer ready to make it their own. Hardwood flooring runs through the living room, dining area, and family room. The inviting family room showcases a beautiful stacked-stone gas fireplace, skylight, ceiling fan, and patio doors leading to the backyard deck. The oversized primary bedroom was once 2 separate bedrooms and features two closets and access from either hallway for added convenience, or the possibility of adding an additional bedroom if needed. The basement is ready for your finishing ideas and extra living space possibilities. Crawl space located beneath the addition. Outside, enjoy a carport, metal storage shed, and a spacious deck ideal for relaxing or entertaining. This home offers space and endless potential in a sought-after neighborhood. Bring your ideas and unlock everything this property has to offer! Sold AS IS. This property may qualify for Seller Financing. Property was built prior to 1978, Lead Based Paint may potentially exist. Some photos have been virtually staged or enhanced to illustrate the property's potential.

Full Features

Architecture Style:

Ranch

Exterior Type:

Aluminum Siding

Basement:

Unfinished,Partial

Beds Above Grade:

Cooling System:

Central Air

Heating System:

Natural Gas, Forced Air

Main Level Primary Bedroom:

Yes

Fireplace:

Yes

Pool:

Age:

61-70 Years

Roof Type:

Asphalt

Parking Type:

Garage - Concrete,Carport,Off Site,Garage Owned,Driveway,Yes,Owned,Garage

Parking Spaces:

Garage:

Garage

Room Count:

Water Front:

Square Feet:

1,547

Lot Size:

Less Than .25 Acre

Acreage:

0.174

External Features:

Patio/Porch

Room Information

Living Room:

12x15 - Main

Dining Room:

8x10 - Main

Kitchen:

10x12 - Main

Family Room:

13x18 - Main

Primary Bedroom:

11x20 - Main Level

2nd Bedroom:

10x10 - Main

3rd Bedroom:

9x10 - Main

4th Bedroom:

N/A

Laundry:

6x6 - Main Level

Taxes & Assessments

Tax Amount:

$5,953

Tax Year:

2025

Location

Zip Code:

60115

City:

Dekalb

County:

Dekalb

Schools

School District(s):

428

Elementary School:

N/A

Middle School:

N/A

High School:

N/A

Architecture Style:

Ranch

Exterior Type:

Aluminum Siding

Basement:

Unfinished,Partial

Beds Above Grade:

Cooling System:

Central Air

Heating System:

Natural Gas, Forced Air

Main Level Primary Bedroom:

Yes

Fireplace:

Yes

Pool:

Age:

61-70 Years

Roof Type:

Asphalt

Parking Type:

Garage - Concrete,Carport,Off Site,Garage Owned,Driveway,Yes,Owned,Garage

Parking Spaces:

Garage:

Garage

Room Count:

Water Front:

Square Feet:

1,547

Lot Size:

Less Than .25 Acre

Acreage:

0.174

External Features:

Patio/Porch

Living Room:

12x15 - Main

Dining Room:

8x10 - Main

Kitchen:

10x12 - Main

Family Room:

13x18 - Main

Primary Bedroom:

11x20 - Main Level

2nd Bedroom:

10x10 - Main

3rd Bedroom:

9x10 - Main

4th Bedroom:

N/A

Laundry:

6x6 - Main Level

Tax Amount:

$5,953

Tax Year:

2025

Zip Code:

60115

City:

Dekalb

County:

Dekalb

School District(s):

428

Elementary School:

N/A

Middle School:

N/A

High School:

N/A

Listing Office: RE/MAX Classic

Listing Office Phone: 815.784.2800

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