618 Russell Rd

2,109 Sq. Ft.
$102 / Sq. Ft.
2,109
Sq. Ft.
$102
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Stop the car! Property with Tons of Potential! Located just minutes from Northern Illinois University, this spacious 5-bedroom, 2-bathroom home with hardwood floors thought out is a rare opportunity for investors, flippers, or anyone looking to customize their own space. With over 2100 sqft of living space, this property offers a functional layout and solid bones, but needs cosmetic updates and repairs to bring it back to life. Situated in a prime location close to campus, downtown DeKalb, shopping,...Stop the car! Property with Tons of Potential! Located just minutes from Northern Illinois University, this spacious 5-bedroom, 2-bathroom home with hardwood floors thought out is a rare opportunity for investors, flippers, or anyone looking to customize their own space. With over 2100 sqft of living space, this property offers a functional layout and solid bones, but needs cosmetic updates and repairs to bring it back to life. Situated in a prime location close to campus, downtown DeKalb, shopping, dining, and public transit, this home is ideal for student housing or a family residence. The large lot, 5 car driveway, and potential for high rental income make this a smart buy. Bring your vision and make this property shine-opportunities like this don't last long! Key Located close to NIU, public transportation, and amenities large yard and driveway Great investment or rental opportunity, priced accordingly Being sold AS-IS.
  1. Listed by Steve Olszewski • Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Starck Real Estate
    P: (847)-404-4018 C: (847)-404-4018 steveo@starckre.com;steve@SoldbuysteveO.com
  2. Listed by Paul Ambrogio • Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Starck Real Estate
    P: (847)-668-3774 C: (847)-668-3774 paul@go24homes.com

Sold By OnPath Realty Inc.

Property Details for 618 Russell 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
Num of Interior Fireplaces
1
LISTING CLOSED: 07/18/2025 12:00 AM

Property Details for 618 Russell Road

StatusClosed
MLS #12357742
Days on Market17
Taxes$4,010 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeDetached Single / 2 Stories
Year Built1968
Lot Size0.46 AC / 19,932 SF
CountyDeKalb County
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Building Information for 618 Russell Road

Stories-Year Built1968Building Size-Lot Size0.46 AC / 19,932 SF

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Property Information for 618 Russell Road

General Information
School Information
  • Elementary School District: 428
  • High School District: 428
  • Middle Or Junior School District: 428
Addtl Parking Information
  • Parking Details: Concrete, On Site, Attached, Garage
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Association Fee Includes: None
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
Property Information
Interior Features
  • Interior Property Features: 1st Floor Bedroom
  • Num Of Rooms: 9
  • Bedrooms Total: 5
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
  • Community Features: Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
  • Basement Type: Unfinished, Full
  • Bedrooms Possible: 5
  • Air Conditioning: Central Air
  • Dining Room: Combined w/ LivRm
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Fireplace Location: Living Room
  • Room Type: Bedroom 5, Bonus Room
  • Num of Baths: 2.0
Exterior Features
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio
  • Type: 2 Stories
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Water: Public
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Disposal
Property/Lot Information
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Rebuilt: No
  • Rehabilitated: No
  • Built Before 1978: Yes
  • Age: 51-60 Years
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Total Finished and Unfin Sq Ft: 0
  • Lot Size: .25-.49 Acre
  • Lot Dimensions: 66X302
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • Exterior Building Type: Other
  • Construction: Other
  • General Information: None
  • North Coordinate: 0
  • South Coordinate: 0
  • East Coordinate: 0
  • West Coordinate: 0
  • Living Area Source: Estimated
Property and Assessments
  • Buyer Financing: Cash
  • Public Document Count: 1
  • Document Date: 2025-05-06T17:05:37
  • Photos Count: 14
  • OpenHouse Count: 0
Virtual Tour/Additional Media
  • Virtual Tour: None
  • Virtual Tour YN: No
Room Information
Master Bedroom Information
  • Master Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Master Bedroom
  • Master Bedroom Bath: None
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 13X12
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 13X11
Bedroom #3 Information
  • 3rd Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 11X12
Bedroom #4 Information
  • 4th Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom #4 Room Dimensions: 11X10
Bedroom #5 Information
  • 5th Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 5
  • Bedroom #5 Room Dimensions: 11X10
Dining Room Information
  • Dining Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
  • Dining Room Dimensions: 16X9
Family Room Information
  • Family Room Level: N/A
  • RoomType_FR: Family Room
Kitchen Information
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 11X10
Laundry Information
  • Laundry Level: N/A
  • Room Type: Laundry
Living Room Information
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Living Room Dimensions: 28X13
Bonus Room Information
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bonus Room
  • Dimensions: 12X7

Property History for 618 Russell Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jul 18, 2025

Sold

MRED #12357742

$215,000
Jun 30, 2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1907526127

$215,000

+3.9% / yr

May 23, 2025

Pending

MRED #12357742

DateEvent & SourcePrice
07/18/2025

Sold

MRED #12357742

$215,000
06/30/2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1907526127

$215,000

+3.9% / yr

05/23/2025

Pending

MRED #12357742

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Public Records for 618 Russell Road

Taxable ValueLand$12,879Additions$54,440Total$67,319
Tax Record2025$4,449 ($371 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Lot Size19,932 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceCountyDEKALBAPN08-15-330-005

Schools near 618 Russell Road

This home is within Dekalb Community Unit School District 428.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
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

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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