135 N Birch St

1,648 Sq. Ft.
$72 / Sq. Ft.
1,648
Sq. Ft.
$72
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Classic 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offers plenty of space and character. Original woodwork, built-ins, and hardwood floors highlight the timeless charm throughout. The main level features a large living area, dining room, and enclosed porch, with a full basement providing extra storage or workspace. Outside, you'll find a spacious fenced yard and a detached 1-car garage with convenient alley access. This home is ready for your updates and personal touch to bring it back to life! Property being sold as-is....Classic 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offers plenty of space and character. Original woodwork, built-ins, and hardwood floors highlight the timeless charm throughout. The main level features a large living area, dining room, and enclosed porch, with a full basement providing extra storage or workspace. Outside, you'll find a spacious fenced yard and a detached 1-car garage with convenient alley access. This home is ready for your updates and personal touch to bring it back to life! Property being sold as-is. This property may qualify for Seller Financing. Property was built prior to 1978, Lead Based Paint.

Property Details for 135 North Birch Street

Style
2 Story
Garage
1.0
Garage Type/Driveway
Detached
LISTING UPDATED: 01/01/2026 11:19 AM

Property Details for 135 North Birch Street

StatusActive And Available
MLS #202506597
Days on Market83
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeHouse / 2 Stories
Year Built1915
Lot Size0.15 AC / 6,534 SF
CountyDeKalb County

Location

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Building Information for 135 North Birch Street

Stories-Year Built1915Building Size-Lot Size0.15 AC / 6,534 SF

Payment Calculator

$580 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$580

Property Taxes

$0

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 135 North Birch Street

Summary
Location and General Information
  • City: WATERMAN
  • State: IL
  • Zip: 60556
  • Address: 135 N Birch Street
  • County: DeKalb County
  • Zip Code: 60556
  • Year Built: 1915
  • School District: Other/Outside Area
  • Elementary School 1: Other/Outside Area
  • Middle School: Other/Outside Area
  • High School: Other/Outside Area
  • Township: Clinton
Taxes and HOA
  • HOA Fee: $0
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Taxes: $0
Property
Lot Information
  • Lot Acreage: 0.15
  • Property Type: City/Town
  • Road Frontage: Alley Access, City/Town
  • Est Below Grade Fin SqFt: 0
  • Est Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 1648
  • Est Above Grade SqFt: 1648
Property and Assessments
  • Class: HOUSE
  • Type: House
  • Status: ACTIVE and AVAILABLE
  • Ownership Type: Fee Simple
  • PIN: 1416281007
  • HUD: No
Utilities
  • Water: City/Community
  • Sewer: City/Community
  • Electric: Circuit Breaker
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior: Other
  • General Features: Laundry Basement, Porch Enclosed, Fenced Yard
  • Roof: Shingle
Interior Features
  • Stove/Range Fuel: Gas
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Full
  • Water Heater: Gas
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Full Baths: 2
  • Half Baths: 0
  • # Full Baths Upper Lvl: 1
  • # 1/2 Baths Upper Lvl: 0
  • # Full Baths Main Lvl: 1
  • # 1/2 Baths Main Lvl: 0
  • # Full Baths Lower Lvl: 0
  • # 1/2 Baths Lower Lvl: 0
  • Total Baths: 2.0
  • Fireplace: No
  • Heating: Hot Water/Steam
  • Cooling: None
  • Appl Stay/Incl: None
  • Interior Features: Book Cases Built In, Ceiling Fan(s)
Room Information
Master Bedroom
  • Master Bedroom Level: Second
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom 2 Length: 19
  • Bedroom 2 Width: 11
  • Bedroom 2 Level: Upper
Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom 3 Length: 19
  • Bedroom 3 Width: 10
  • Bedroom 3 Level: Upper
Dining Room
  • Dining Room: Yes
  • Dining Room Length: 19
  • Dining Room Width: 11
  • Dining Room Level: Main
  • Dining Room Level: Main
Family Room
  • Family Room: Yes
  • Family Room Length: 12
  • Family Room Width: 12
  • Family Room Level: Main
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Length: 12
  • Kitchen Width: 11
  • Kitchen Level: Main
Living Room
  • Living Room: Yes
  • Living Room Length: 14
  • Living Room Width: 10
  • Living Room Level: Main
Recreation Room
  • Rec Room: No
Rental
Rent Information
  • Lease: No

Property History for 135 North Birch Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jan 1, 2026

Price Change

MRED #12502545

$119,000
Dec 31, 2025

Price Change

NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS® #202506597

$119,000
Dec 6, 2025

Price Change

MRED #12502545

$139,000
Dec 5, 2025

Price Change

NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS® #202506597

$139,000
Oct 23, 2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12502545

$149,000
Oct 22, 2025

Listed (Active)

NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS® #202506597

$149,000
May 13, 2025

Cancelled

MRED #12320969

$170,000
Apr 29, 2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12320969

$229,900
Apr 16, 2025

Contingent

MRED #12320969

Apr 7, 2025

Price Change

MRED #12320969

$170,000
Apr 2, 2025

Price Change

MRED #12320969

$209,900
Mar 28, 2025

Price Change

MRED #12320969

$219,900
Mar 25, 2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12320969

$229,900
Oct 14, 2021

Sold

MRED #11192173

$180,000
Oct 12, 2021

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1475255509

$180,000
Oct 7, 2021

Pending

MRED #11192173

Sep 3, 2021

Contingent

MRED #11192173

Sep 2, 2021

Pending

MRED #11192173

Sep 1, 2021

Contingent

MRED #11192173

Aug 26, 2021

Listed (Active)

MRED #11192173

$190,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
01/01/2026

Price Change

MRED #12502545

$119,000
12/31/2025

Price Change

NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS® #202506597

$119,000
12/06/2025

Price Change

MRED #12502545

$139,000
12/05/2025

Price Change

NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS® #202506597

$139,000
10/23/2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12502545

$149,000
10/22/2025

Listed (Active)

NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS® #202506597

$149,000
05/13/2025

Cancelled

MRED #12320969

$170,000
04/29/2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12320969

$229,900
04/16/2025

Contingent

MRED #12320969

04/07/2025

Price Change

MRED #12320969

$170,000
04/02/2025

Price Change

MRED #12320969

$209,900
03/28/2025

Price Change

MRED #12320969

$219,900
03/25/2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12320969

$229,900
10/14/2021

Sold

MRED #11192173

$180,000
10/12/2021

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1475255509

$180,000
10/07/2021

Pending

MRED #11192173

09/03/2021

Contingent

MRED #11192173

09/02/2021

Pending

MRED #11192173

09/01/2021

Contingent

MRED #11192173

08/26/2021

Listed (Active)

MRED #11192173

$190,000

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

Public Records for 135 North Birch Street

Taxable ValueLand$7,031Additions$39,331Total$46,362
Home Facts
Beds0Lot Size6,586 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceCountyDEKALBAPN14-16-281-007

Schools near 135 North Birch Street

This home is within Indian Creek Community Unit School District 425.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 4
Public - 5 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Shabbona Elementary School
PublicPK to 4

Indian Creek Middle School
Public5 to 8

Indian Creek High School
Public9 to 12

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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135 North Birch Street is a single family home for sale in Waterman, IL 60556. This property was listed for sale on October 23, 2025 by Re/Max Classic, it's currently listed at $119,000. It has been on the market for a total of 83 days and was last sold on October 14, 2021. This listing's school district is Indian Creek Community Unit School District 425. Nearby schools include Shabbona Elementary School, Indian Creek Middle School and Indian Creek High School. 135 North Birch Street is a 3-bed, 2-bath, 1,648 sqft single family home built in 1915.

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