538 Russell Road

Closed 10/28/21
Closed 10/28/21
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Sold
Last Sold Price
$202,000
4 beds2,866 sqft$70/sqft
538 Russell Rd, DeKalb, IL 60115
Single FamilyProperty Type
0.46 acresLot Size
1959Year Built
$70/sq ftPrice per sq ft
1 carParking Spaces

Description

Excellent location to niu campus! This updated home is within a short block away from campus. You will certainly enjoy all of the room to roam in this quality updated home! Brand new Gourmet Kitchen boasts an island, granite countertops, glass tile backsplash, wood chopping block, white solid wood cabinets, new stainless steel appliances, farmhouse style stainless steel sink and French doors that open to a 24 x 16 deck overlooking the deep wooded back yard. Gorgeous refinished solid red oak flooring...Excellent location to niu campus! This updated home is within a short block away from campus. You will certainly enjoy all of the room to roam in this quality updated home! Brand new Gourmet Kitchen boasts an island, granite countertops, glass tile backsplash, wood chopping block, white solid wood cabinets, new stainless steel appliances, farmhouse style stainless steel sink and French doors that open to a 24 x 16 deck overlooking the deep wooded back yard. Gorgeous refinished solid red oak flooring in the living room, dining room & the upper level that showcases 3 bedrooms. The 4th bedroom, the master ensuite, is located in the lower level with its own remodeled master bath which includes tile flooring, new tub & vanity with sink. Walk in closet, new lighting, carpeting & baseboards complete the private master suite. Depending on your family's needs this spacious finished area would make an ideal family room, media room or play room. The 8x7 walk in closet could certainly be an office since there is a separate closet. There is an exterior entrance & would be the perfect set up for an in-law arrangement or studio apartment. The spacious living room is equipped with a wood burning fireplace & large picture window. The large dining room has plenty of table space for entertaining guests with a sit down meal while enjoying beautiful views of the back yard. Additional updates include roof, windows, interior & exterior painting, white trim & doors, new baseboards, French doors from kitchen to deck, furnace & refurbished central air, hot water heater and front & storm doors. 1/2 bath and mudroom were added to the main floor. The mudroom could easily be converted to a 1st floor laundry room. Deep 1+ car garage has ample room for mowers, yard equipment & storage. This home site on a beautiful wooded .46 acre lot! Close to NIU campus & interstate access. Quick close possible. Call today for your private showing!

    Sold By Weichert REALTORS Signature Professionals

    • Listed by: Kelly Miller 815.757.0123 Kelly@KellyMillerTeam.com • Coldwell Banker Real Estate Group
    • Listed by: Brenda Henke 815.739.5222 bhenke@coldwellhomes.com • Coldwell Banker Real Estate Group
    Listing closed: 10/28/2021 12:00 AM • Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#: 11039552

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    Property Information for 538 Russell Road

    Property Details
    • Taxes: $5,974 / year
    • MLS Type: Detached Single / Split Level W/ Sub
    • County: DeKalb County
    • Area: De Kalb
    • Township: DeKalb
    • Ownership: Fee Simple
    • Num Of Garage Spaces: 1.0
    • Air Conditioning Type: Central Air
    • Num of Interior Fireplaces: 1
    • Heat/Fuel: Natural Gas, Forced Air
    • Architectural Style: Tri-Level
    Building Information
    • Year Built: 1959
    • Lot Size: 0.46 AC / 20,063 SF
    General Information
    School Information
    • Elementary School District: 428
    • High School District: 428
    • Middle Or Junior School District: 428
    Addtl Parking Information
    • Garage Details: Garage Door Opener(s), Transmitter(s)
    • Garage On Site: true
    • Garage Ownership: Owned
    • Garage Type: Attached
    • Parking: Garage
    Location and General Information
    • Front Exposure: West
    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: Hardwood Floors, In-Law Arrangement, Walk-In Closet(s), Granite Counters
    • Num Of Rooms: 7
    • Bedrooms Total: 4
    • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
    • Door Features: French Doors,Mirrored Closet Door(s),Storm Door(s),6 Panel Door(s)
    • Community Features: Park, Tennis Court(s), Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
    • Bath Amenities: Soaking Tub
    • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
    • Basement Type: Walkout
    • Bedrooms Possible: 4
    • Air Conditioning: Central Air
    • Electric: Circuit Breakers
    • Basement Description: Partially Finished, Sub-Basement, Exterior Access, Storage Space
    • Basement Sq Ft: 1268
    • Dining Room: Separate
    • Basement Bathrooms: Yes
    • Fireplace Location: Living Room
    • Room Type: Mud Room
    • Num of Baths: 2.1
    Exterior Features
    • Type: Split Level w/ Sub
    Utilities / Equipment
    • Sewer: Sewer-Public
    • Water: Public
    • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, All Stainless Steel Kitchen Appliances, Electric Oven
    • Other Equipment: Security System, CO Detectors
    Property/Lot Information
    • Exterior Property Features: Deck, Porch, Storms/Screens
    • New Construction YN: No
    • Rebuilt: No
    • Rehabilitated: No
    • Built Before 1978: Yes
    • Age: 61-70 Years
    • Type Detached: Split Level w/ Sub
    • Total Sq Ft: 1598
    • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 2242
    • Total Finished and Unfin Sq Ft: 2866
    • Main Sq Ft: 954
    • Upper Sq Ft: 644
    • Lot Description: Wooded, Mature Trees, Sidewalks, Streetlights
    • Lot Size: .25-.49 Acre
    • Lot Dimensions: 66X304
    • Waterfront: No
    • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
    • Driveway: Concrete
    • Exterior Building Type: Brick, Cedar
    • Roof Type: Asphalt
    • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
    • General Information: None
    • Below Grade Finished Area: 644.0
    • Living Area Source: Estimated
    • Lot Size Source: County Records
    • Unfinished Basement Sq Ft: 624
    Property and Assessments
    • Buyer Financing: Conventional, Cash
    • Public Document Count: 1
    • Document Date: 2021-04-02T01:58:34
    • Photos Count: 35
    • OpenHouse Count: 0
    Virtual Tour/Additional Media
    • Virtual Tour: None
    • Additional Media Type 1: 3D Tour
    Room Information
    Master Bedroom Information
    • Master Bedroom Level: Lower
    • Room Type: Master Bedroom
    • Master Bedroom Bath: Full
    • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 26X13
    Bedroom #2 Information
    • 2nd Bedroom Level: Second
    • Room Type: Bedroom 2
    • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 13X11
    Bedroom #3 Information
    • 3rd Bedroom Level: Second
    • Room Type: Bedroom 3
    • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 15X10
    Bedroom #4 Information
    • 4th Bedroom Level: Second
    • Room Type: Bedroom 4
    • Bedroom #4 Room Dimensions: 11X10
    Dining Room Information
    • Dining Room Level: Main
    • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
    • Dining Room Dimensions: 19X10
    Family Room Information
    • Family Room Level: N/A
    • RoomType_FR: Family Room
    Kitchen Information
    • Kitchen Level: Main
    • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
    • Kitchen Dimensions: 19X16
    Laundry Information
    • Laundry Level: Basement
    • Room Type: Laundry
    Living Room Information
    • Living Room Level: Main
    • Room Type: Living Room
    • Living Room Dimensions: 19X15
    Mud Room Information
    • Room Level: Main
    • Room Type: Mud Room
    • Dimensions: 9X6

    Property History for 538 Russell Road

    DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
    Oct 28, 2021

    Sold (Public Record)

    Public Record #1476351553

    		$202,000

    +1.0% / yr

    Oct 28, 2021

    Sold

    MRED #11039552

    		$202,000—
    Sep 28, 2021

    Price Change

    MRED #11039552

    		$210,000—
    DateEvent & SourcePrice
    10/28/2021

    Sold (Public Record)

    Public Record #1476351553

    $202,000

    +1.0% / yr

    10/28/2021

    Sold

    MRED #11039552

    $202,000
    09/28/2021

    Price Change

    MRED #11039552

    $210,000

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

    Public Records for 538 Russell Road

    Taxable ValueLand$12,879Additions$76,482Total$89,361
    Home Facts
    Beds0Lot Size20,064 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceCountyDEKALBAPN08-15-377-011

    Schools near 538 Russell Road

    This home is within Dekalb Community Unit School District 428.
    Rating
    School
    Type
    Grades
    Distance
    Founders 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
    Founders 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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    Nearby home values

    AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
    This home: 538 Russell Road, DeKalb, IL 60115
    $202,000
    4
    2,866
    20,063
    526 Russell Road, DeKalb, IL 60115
    $115,000
    4
    1,356
    20,037
    540 Russell Road, DeKalb, IL 60115
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    20,064
    518 Russell Road, DeKalb, IL 60115
    $129,000
    3
    1,104
    13,198
    558 Russell Road, DeKalb, IL 60115
    $78,750
    7
    2,276
    16,764
    510 Russell Road, DeKalb, IL 60115
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    13,200

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