1028 Garden Rd

DeKalb, IL 60115

$205,000
Last Sold Price
3
Beds
2,016 Sq. Ft.
$102 / Sq. Ft.
2,016
Sq. Ft.
$102
per Sq. Ft.
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Closed 9/2/22
Closed 9/2/22

Description

Just imagine. Just imagine what you can do with this SOLID late 70's retro Split Level home featuring original Board & Batton paneling, Center Beams & oak trim. REAL Parquet floors just begging to be refinished & Vaulted ceilings throughout the Main Level. This home is within view of Northern Illinois University's Nursing School as well as only blocks to the entire campus! PERFECT INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY for Student housing as it is - Or Update to entice a College Professor or two! The Main Level...Just imagine. Just imagine what you can do with this SOLID late 70's retro Split Level home featuring original Board & Batton paneling, Center Beams & oak trim. REAL Parquet floors just begging to be refinished & Vaulted ceilings throughout the Main Level. This home is within view of Northern Illinois University's Nursing School as well as only blocks to the entire campus! PERFECT INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY for Student housing as it is - Or Update to entice a College Professor or two! The Main Level Bedrooms are nicely sized & the larger features a built in cabinet around the Bed. Shared Hall Bath sports the new toilet & shower fixtures. Lower level Primary Bedroom is perfect to Split in to two bedrooms - its positively enormous AND has private access to the Lower Level Bath. Or Don't & enjoy all that space! Freezer Stays. Extra Large Yard with Fenced garden area & Shed! Perfect for those Aggie students! ALL the Expensive items are done! Roof(2017), HVAC(2019), Deck Repaired-New Steps (2019) Siding, Gutters & Fascia (2017); Most Windows & Slider (2020), Kitchen Renewed in 2000, Patio (2004), Garden, Fence, Shed(2004),Carpet on Main Level (2012)/Lower Level (2022); New outdoor spigots, garage door & opener, garbage disposal in Kitchen and new toilet in the upper bath(2020-2021), New Dishwasher (8/2022).
  1. Listed by Cheryl Black • Coldwell Banker Realty
    P: (847)-383-6600 C: (815)-353-8248 cherylblack1961@gmail.com;cheryl.black@KW.com

Sold By Kettley & Co. Inc. - Batavia

Property Details for 1028 Garden Road

Area
De Kalb
Township
DeKalb
Ownership
Fee Simple
Num Of Garage Spaces
2.0
Num Of Parking Spaces
2.0
Parking Included in Price
Yes
Air Conditioning Type
Central Air
Heat/Fuel
Natural Gas, Forced Air
LISTING CLOSED: 09/02/2022 12:00 AM

Property Details for 1028 Garden Road

StatusClosed
MLS #11419838
Days on Market50
Taxes$4,521 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeDetached Single / Detached Single-Split Level
Year Built1978
Lot Size0.23 AC / 10,018 SF
CountyDeKalb County
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Building Information for 1028 Garden Road

Stories-Year Built1978Building Size-Lot Size0.23 AC / 10,018 SF

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Property Information for 1028 Garden Road

General Information
School Information
  • Elementary School District: 428
  • Elementary School: Jefferson Elementary School
  • Jr High Middle School: Clinton Rosette Middle School
  • High School District: 428
  • High School: De Kalb High School
  • Middle Or Junior School District: 428
Addtl Parking Information
  • Parking Details: Concrete, Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
Location and General Information
  • Front Exposure: East
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Association Fee Includes: None
  • Master Association Fee: No
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
Property Information
Interior Features
  • Interior Property Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s), Dry Bar, Bookcases, Beamed Ceilings
  • Num Of Rooms: 7
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
  • Window Features: ENERGY STAR Qualified Windows
  • Community Features: Park, Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
  • Attic: Unfinished
  • Bath Amenities: Separate Shower
  • Basement Type: Finished, Daylight
  • Bedrooms Possible: 3
  • Air Conditioning: Central Air
  • Electric: 100 Amp Service
  • Flooring: Wood
  • Basement Sq Ft: 1008
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Basement Bathrooms: Yes
  • Room Type: Foyer, Mud Room, Deck
  • Num of Baths: 2.0
Exterior Features
  • Fencing: Partial
  • Levels: Bi-Level
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Patio
  • Type: Split Level
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Water: Public
  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Disposal
  • Other Equipment: CO Detectors, Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump
Property/Lot Information
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Rebuilt: No
  • Rehabilitated: No
  • Built Before 1978: No
  • Age: 41-50 Years
  • Type Detached: Split Level
  • Total Sq Ft: 1008
  • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 1966
  • Total Finished and Unfin Sq Ft: 2016
  • Main Sq Ft: 1008
  • Lot Description: Mature Trees, Garden
  • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Lot Size Source: County Records
  • Lot Dimensions: 75 X 141.25 X 69 X 139.40
  • Other Structures: Shed(s)
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • Exterior Building Type: Vinyl Siding, Wood Siding
  • Construction: Vinyl Siding, Wood Siding
  • Roof Type: Asphalt
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • General Information: School Bus Service
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 958.0
  • Living Area Source: Assessor
  • Assessor Square Footage: 0
  • Unfinished Basement Sq Ft: 50
Property and Assessments
  • Public Document Count: 1
  • Document Date: 2022-07-05T17:54:19
  • Photos Count: 39
  • OpenHouse Count: 0
Virtual Tour/Additional Media
  • Virtual Tour: None
  • Virtual Tour YN: No
Room Information
Master Bedroom Information
  • Master Bedroom Level: Lower
  • Room Type: Master Bedroom
  • Master Bedroom Bath: Shower Only
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 22X16
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 16X12
Bedroom #3 Information
  • 3rd Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 12X9
Bedroom #4 Information
  • 4th Bedroom Level: N/A
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
Dining Room Information
  • Dining Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
  • Dining Room Dimensions: 12X11
Family Room Information
  • Family Room Level: Lower
  • RoomType_FR: Family Room
  • Family Room Dimensions: 21X20
Kitchen Information
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 13X11
Laundry Information
  • Laundry Level: Lower
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Laundry Dimensions: 9X9
Living Room Information
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Living Room Dimensions: 22X15
Deck Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Deck
  • Dimensions: 33X7
Foyer Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Foyer
  • Dimensions: 8X6
Mud Room Information
  • Room Level: Lower
  • Room Type: Mud Room
  • Dimensions: 10X6

Property History for 1028 Garden Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Sep 2, 2022

Sold

MRED #11419838

$205,000—
Aug 23, 2022

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1497150883

$205,000—
Aug 2, 2022

Price Change

MRED #11419838

$213,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
09/02/2022

Sold

MRED #11419838

$205,000
08/23/2022

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1497150883

$205,000
08/02/2022

Price Change

MRED #11419838

$213,000

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 1028 Garden Road

Taxable ValueLand$11,321Additions$64,730Total$76,051
Tax Record2025$5,533 ($461 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0StyleSingle Family ResidenceCountyDEKALBAPN08-15-181-002

Schools near 1028 Garden Road

This home is within Dekalb Community Unit School District 428.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Jefferson Elementary School
Public - K to 5
Clinton Rosette Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
De Kalb High School
Public - 9 to 12
Beyond One Barb Transition Center
Public - 12
Rating
School
Distance
Jefferson Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Clinton Rosette Middle School
Public6 to 8

De Kalb High School
Public9 to 12

Beyond One Barb Transition Center
Public12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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