305 W Exchange St, Unit A

1,453 Sq. Ft.
$18 / Sq. Ft.
1,453
Sq. Ft.
$18
per Sq. Ft.

Description

New, new, & more new! ATTENTION TO EVERY DETAIL in this fabulously renovated main-floor apartment in charming Downtown Sycamore! EVERY inch of this vintage home has been thoughtfully re-designed and updated for modern comfort. The welcoming front porch opens to a beautiful common entrance w/automatic lighting or you can use the private entrance at the side door if you prefer. Wide open spaces, volume ceilings, recessed lighting, and new windows flood natural light into the connecting Living and Dining...New, new, & more new! ATTENTION TO EVERY DETAIL in this fabulously renovated main-floor apartment in charming Downtown Sycamore! EVERY inch of this vintage home has been thoughtfully re-designed and updated for modern comfort. The welcoming front porch opens to a beautiful common entrance w/automatic lighting or you can use the private entrance at the side door if you prefer. Wide open spaces, volume ceilings, recessed lighting, and new windows flood natural light into the connecting Living and Dining rooms featuring LVP flooring, ceiling fans, crisp white doors/trim and fresh paint. Around the corner you'll be delighted with a lovely kitchen boasting white cabinetry, GE stainless steel appliances, large single basin stainless sink, oil rubbed bronze goose-neck faucet, pantry, stylish countertops and a door to your private deck. Impressive Primary Bedroom includes a 9x5 walk-in closet and walk-thru bathroom resembling a 5-star hotel, complete with custom tile, glass shower doors, and comfort height vanity! Bedrooms #2 & #3 are bright and cheerful and there's a conveniently located laundry center with brand new washer & dryer. Landlord takes care of mowing & snow removal of the driveway so sit on the porch and relax! Large yard, one-car garage space/storage and window blinds included. 2-blocks from bakery, shopping, & restaurants. Classic finishes showcase the character and upgrades in this absolutely impeccable and stunning apartment. Tenant pays elec/gas & $75/mo for water/garbage. Owner is a licensed real estate broker, will consider 1 small dog at his discretion - NO Cats.
  1. Listed by Jayne Menne • Willow Real Estate, Inc
    P: (815)-739-2499 C: (815)-739-2499 JayneMenne@gmail.com
  2. Listed by Jocelyn Kerbel • Willow Real Estate, Inc
    P: (815)-739-1347 C: (815)-739-1347 jmkerbel@gmail.com

Property Details for 305 West Exchange Street, Unit A

Area
Sycamore
Township
Sycamore
Num Of Garage Spaces
1.0
Num Of Parking Spaces
1.0
Parking Included in Price
Yes
Air Conditioning Type
Central Air
Heat/Fuel
Natural Gas
Pets Allowed
Yes
LISTING UPDATED: 04/14/2026 11:29 PM

Property Details for 305 West Exchange Street, Unit A

StatusRented
MLS #12602432
Days on Market20
Rental Incentives-
Costs & Fees-
Available Date04/15/2026
Lease TermLease Length: 12 Months
FurnishedUnfurnished
Property TypeRental
MLS TypeResidential Rental
Year Built1900
Lot Size0.16 AC / 7,007 SF
CountyDeKalb County

Location

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Building Information for 305 West Exchange Street, Unit A

Building/Complex305 W Exchange StFloor-Stories1Residences2Pet Policy-Pet Policy DetailsAdditional Pet Rent,Deposit Required,Dogs OK,Number LimitYear Built1900Lot Size0.16 AC / 7,007 SF

Property Information for 305 West Exchange Street, Unit A

General Information
School Information
  • Elementary School District: 427
  • High School District: 427
  • Middle Or Junior School District: 427
Addtl Parking Information
  • Parking Details: Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
Pet Information
  • Max Pet Weight: 999.0
  • Pet Information: Additional Pet Rent, Deposit Required, Dogs OK, Pet Count Limitation
Property Information
Interior Features
  • Interior Property Features: 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath, Storage
  • Common Area Amenities: Storage, Security Door Locks, Ceiling Fan, Laundry, Covered Porch, Fencing, Private Laundry Hkup, Security Lighting
  • Num Of Rooms: 6
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
  • Community Features: Sidewalks, Street Lights
  • Bath Amenities: No Tub
  • Basement Type: Unfinished, Partial
  • Bedrooms Possible: 3
  • Air Conditioning: Central Air
  • Furnished: No
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Room Type: Walk In Closet, Deck
  • Num of Baths: 1.0
Exterior Features
  • Fencing: Partial
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck
  • Type: Vintage
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Water: Public
  • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • Other Equipment: CO Detectors, Ceiling Fan(s)
Property/Lot Information
  • Exterior Property Features: Balcony
  • Rebuilt: No
  • Rehabilitated: Yes
  • Rehab Year: 2026
  • Built Before 1978: Yes
  • Age: 100+ Years
  • Type Attached: Vintage
  • Total Sq Ft: 1453
  • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 1453
  • Total Finished and Unfin Sq Ft: 1453
  • Main Sq Ft: 1453
  • Lot Size Source: County Records
  • Lot Dimensions: 80.08 x 87.50
  • Stories Total: 1
  • Total # Units in Building: 2.0
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • Exterior Building Type: Other
  • Construction: Other
  • General Information: Non-Smoking Building,Non-Smoking Unit
  • Living Area Source: Appraiser
  • Property Attached: Yes
  • Management: Self-Management
Property and Assessments
  • Public Document Count: 2
  • Document Date: 2026-03-27T23:38:15
  • Photos Count: 28
  • Board Approval: No
  • Rural: N
  • OpenHouse Count: 0
Virtual Tour/Additional Media
  • Virtual Tour: None
  • Virtual Tour YN: No
Room Information
Master Bedroom Information
  • Master Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Master Bedroom
  • Master Bedroom Bath: Shower Only
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 15X12
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 11X10
Bedroom #3 Information
  • 3rd Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 15X6
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: 14X14
Family Room Information
  • Family Room Level: N/A
  • RoomType_FR: Family Room
Kitchen Information
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 14X9
Laundry Information
  • Laundry Level: N/A
  • Room Type: Laundry
Living Room Information
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Living Room Dimensions: 15X15
Deck Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Deck
  • Dimensions: 20X7
Walk In Closet 1 Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Walk In Closet
  • Dimensions: 9X5

Property History for 305 West Exchange Street, Unit A

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Apr 14, 2026

Rented

MRED #12602432

$2,150
Apr 13, 2026

Pending

MRED #12602432

Mar 25, 2026

Listed (Active)

MRED #12602432

$2,100
DateEvent & SourcePrice
04/14/2026

Rented

MRED #12602432

$2,150
04/13/2026

Pending

MRED #12602432

03/25/2026

Listed (Active)

MRED #12602432

$2,100

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Schools near 305 West Exchange Street, Unit A

This home is within Sycamore Community Unit School District 427.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - K to 5
Rating
School
Distance
West Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Sycamore Middle School
Public6 to 8

Sycamore High School
Public9 to 12

Southeast Elementary School
PublicK to 5

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