422 Best Ave

DeKalb, IL 60115

$245,000
Price
2
Beds
912 Sq. Ft.
$269 / Sq. Ft.
912
Sq. Ft.
$269
per Sq. Ft.
Contingent
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Description

Welcome home to this move-in ready ranch in DeKalb featuring an attached oversized garage, finished basement, and a fully fenced backyard-the perfect combination of comfort, function, and flexibility. Step inside to find light-filled living spaces accented by light wide wood plank flooring that flows seamlessly through the living room and both main-floor bedrooms. The eat-in kitchen offers plenty of space for daily living and entertaining, with a sliding glass door that opens directly to the large...Welcome home to this move-in ready ranch in DeKalb featuring an attached oversized garage, finished basement, and a fully fenced backyard-the perfect combination of comfort, function, and flexibility. Step inside to find light-filled living spaces accented by light wide wood plank flooring that flows seamlessly through the living room and both main-floor bedrooms. The eat-in kitchen offers plenty of space for daily living and entertaining, with a sliding glass door that opens directly to the large fenced backyard, complete with a storage shed-ideal for summer gatherings, pets, or gardening. The main level features two bedrooms and a full bath, while the partial finished basement adds incredible versatility, including a second full bathroom, a bonus room with a closet (perfect for a home office, workout space, or family room), and a laundry room with ample storage. The oversized attached garage truly sets this home apart, offering a built-in bar and an additional bonus room with A/C window unit and heater-perfect for a man cave, hobby space, workshop, or extra storage. This home delivers more space than expected, all wrapped into a desirable single-story layout. Conveniently located near schools, parks and Rt88 this DeKalb ranch checks all the boxes for buyers looking for one-level living with extra space to grow.
  1. Listed by Kasey Zeimet • American Realty Illinois LLC
    P: (630)-688-5297 C: (630)-688-5297 KaseyJZeimet@gmail.com

Property Details for 422 Best Avenue

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 UPDATED: 01/22/2026 01:48 PM

Property Details for 422 Best Avenue

StatusContingent
MLS #12546117
Days on Market5
Taxes$3,754 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeDetached Single / 1 Story
Year Built1961
Lot Size0.24 AC / 10,454 SF
CountyDeKalb County

Location

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Building Information for 422 Best Avenue

Stories-Year Built1961Building Size-Lot Size0.24 AC / 10,454 SF

Payment Calculator

$1,507 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$1,194

Property Taxes

$313

HOA Dues

$0

The Payment Calculator is for illustrative purposes only.

Property Information for 422 Best Avenue

General Information
School Information
  • Elementary School District: 428
  • High School District: 428
  • Middle Or Junior School District: 428
Addtl Parking Information
  • Parking Details: Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Association Fee Includes: None
  • Master Association Fee: No
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
  • Additional Parcels: No
Property Information
Interior Features
  • Num Of Rooms: 6
  • Bedrooms Total: 2
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
  • Community Features: Park, Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Paved
  • Basement Type: Partially Finished, Concrete, Rec/Family Area, Full
  • Bedrooms Possible: 2
  • Air Conditioning: Central Air
  • Flooring: Laminate
  • Basement Sq Ft: 893
  • Basement Bathrooms: Yes
  • Room Type: Bonus Room
  • Num of Baths: 2.0
Exterior Features
  • Fencing: Fenced, Wood
  • Type: 1 Story
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Water: Public
  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Dryer, Disposal, Range Hood
  • Other Equipment: Ceiling Fan(s), Water Heater-Gas
Property/Lot Information
  • Exterior Property Features: Other
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Rebuilt: No
  • Rehabilitated: No
  • Built Before 1978: Yes
  • Age: 61-70 Years
  • Type Detached: 1 Story
  • Total Sq Ft: 912
  • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 1465
  • Total Finished and Unfin Sq Ft: 1805
  • Main Sq Ft: 912
  • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Lot Size Source: Other
  • Lot Dimensions: 75x140.42
  • Other Structures: Shed(s)
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • Construction: Frame
  • Roof Type: Asphalt
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • General Information: None
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 553.0
  • Living Area Source: Other
  • Assessor Square Footage: 1560
  • Unfinished Basement Sq Ft: 340
Property and Assessments
  • Buyer Financing: Conventional
  • Public Document Count: 1
  • Document Date: 2026-01-18T17:25:20
  • Photos Count: 34
  • 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: None
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 13X11
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 12X11
Bedroom #3 Information
  • 3rd Bedroom Level: N/A
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
Bedroom #4 Information
  • 4th Bedroom Level: N/A
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
Dining Room Information
  • Dining Room Level: N/A
  • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
Family Room Information
  • Family Room Level: Basement
  • RoomType_FR: Family Room
  • Family Room Dimensions: 21X11
Kitchen Information
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 15X11
Laundry Information
  • Laundry Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Laundry Dimensions: 30X11
Living Room Information
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Living Room Dimensions: 21X11
Bonus Room Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bonus Room
  • Dimensions: 11X11

Property History for 422 Best Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jan 22, 2026

Contingent

MRED #12546117

—
Jan 18, 2026

Listed (Active)

MRED #12546117

$245,000—
Sep 12, 2014

Sold

MRED #08583286

$85,200—
Jul 14, 2014

Pending

MRED #08583286

—
May 20, 2014

Listed (Active)

MRED #08583286

$96,400—
Nov 18, 2013

Cancelled

MRED #08340156

$80,000—
Jul 29, 2013

Listed (Active)

MRED #08340156

$79,900—
Nov 29, 2005

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #170662728

$155,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
01/22/2026

Contingent

MRED #12546117

—
01/18/2026

Listed (Active)

MRED #12546117

$245,000
09/12/2014

Sold

MRED #08583286

$85,200
07/14/2014

Pending

MRED #08583286

—
05/20/2014

Listed (Active)

MRED #08583286

$96,400
11/18/2013

Cancelled

MRED #08340156

$80,000
07/29/2013

Listed (Active)

MRED #08340156

$79,900
11/29/2005

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #170662728

$155,000

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

Public Records for 422 Best Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$10,698Additions$42,417Total$53,115
Tax Record2024$3,754 ($313 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Lot Size10,530 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceCountyDEKALBAPN08-26-351-005

Schools near 422 Best Avenue

This home is within Dekalb Community Unit School District 428.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Founders Elementary School
Public - K to 5
Huntley Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
De Kalb High School
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Founders Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Huntley Middle School
Public6 to 8

De Kalb High School
Public9 to 12

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