742 S 4th St

DeKalb, IL 60115

$224,900
Price
4
Beds
1,824 Sq. Ft.
$123 / Sq. Ft.
1,824
Sq. Ft.
$123
per Sq. Ft.
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Description

Priced to Sell plus seller is offering a 1 year Home Warranty! Historic Farmhouse Charm with Modern Updates on 1/3 Acre! Step into timeless character and modern comfort in this beautifully maintained historic farmhouse-style, two-story home filled with original architectural wood details, stunning moldings, and rich hardwood floors throughout. The repainted interior offers bright, welcoming spaces including a sunny living room and a cozy family room featuring a wood-burning fireplace with brick surround....Priced to Sell plus seller is offering a 1 year Home Warranty! Historic Farmhouse Charm with Modern Updates on 1/3 Acre! Step into timeless character and modern comfort in this beautifully maintained historic farmhouse-style, two-story home filled with original architectural wood details, stunning moldings, and rich hardwood floors throughout. The repainted interior offers bright, welcoming spaces including a sunny living room and a cozy family room featuring a wood-burning fireplace with brick surround. A spacious dining room with charming alcove provides the perfect setting for gatherings and entertaining. The Kitchen cabinets have been freshly painted white and new LPV flooring in the Kitchen and Bath. The kitchen includes a walk-in pantry and opens to a beautiful three-season room with wood ceiling, featuring a relaxing hot tub/spa - perfect for unwinding year-round. Upstairs you'll find four bedrooms and the primary bathroom, offering plenty of space for family, guests, or a home office. This home has been thoughtfully updated with a fully replaced roof in 2024 and freshly painted exterior, making it truly move-in ready. Situated on 1/3 of an acre, the partially fenced yard features grapevines, apple trees, and pawpaw trees, along with a two-car detached garage with a 220 electric outlet, and an authentic, log cabin-style storage shed facing the park. This unique property combines historic charm, modern updates, and beautiful outdoor space - a rare find!
  1. Listed by Sherry Murphy • Hayden Real Estate, Inc.
    P: (815)-761-4554 C: (815)-761-4554 smurphy@haydenreinc.com

Property Details for 742 South 4th Street

Area
De Kalb
Township
DeKalb
Ownership
Fee Simple
Num Of Garage Spaces
2.0
Num Of Parking Spaces
2.0
Air Conditioning Type
Window Unit(s)
Num of Interior Fireplaces
1
Heat/Fuel
Radiant
LISTING UPDATED: 06/16/2026 03:38 AM

Property Details for 742 South 4th Street

StatusActive
MLS #12652446
Days on Market1
Taxes$1,982 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeDetached Single / 2 Stories
Year Built1902
Lot Size0.30 AC / 13,068 SF
CountyDeKalb County
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Building Information for 742 South 4th Street

Stories-Year Built1902Building Size-Lot Size0.30 AC / 13,068 SF

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Property Information for 742 South 4th Street

General Information
School Information
  • Elementary School District: 428
  • High School District: 428
  • Middle Or Junior School District: 428
Addtl Parking Information
  • Parking Details: Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Detached, Garage
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Association Fee Includes: None
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
  • Additional Parcels: No
Property Information
Interior Features
  • Interior Property Features: High Ceilings, Pantry
  • Num Of Rooms: 8
  • Bedrooms Total: 4
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
  • Basement Type: Unfinished, Full
  • Bedrooms Possible: 4
  • Air Conditioning: Window Unit(s)
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Fireplace Location: Family Room
  • Room Type: No additional rooms
  • Num of Baths: 2.0
Exterior Features
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio, Porch
  • Type: 2 Stories
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Water: Public
  • Appliances: Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Range Hood
Property/Lot Information
  • Exterior Property Features: Hot Tub
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Rebuilt: No
  • Rehabilitated: No
  • Built Before 1978: Yes
  • Age: 100+ 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: 95x252x18x227
  • Other Structures: Shed(s)
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • Exterior Building Type: Aluminum Siding
  • Construction: Aluminum Siding
  • General Information: None
  • Living Area Source: Other
Property and Assessments
  • Public Document Count: 2
  • Document Date: 2026-05-19T20:17:10
  • Photos Count: 46
  • OpenHouse Count: 1
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: Full
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 12X12
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 13X12
Bedroom #3 Information
  • 3rd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 12X10
Bedroom #4 Information
  • 4th Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom #4 Room Dimensions: 12X10
Dining Room Information
  • Dining Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
  • Dining Room Dimensions: 18X12
Family Room Information
  • Family Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_FR: Family Room
  • Family Room Dimensions: 13X12
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: 13X12

Public Records for 742 South 4th Street

Taxable ValueLand$12,655Additions$45,311Total$57,966
Tax Record2025$1,982 ($165 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0StyleSingle Family ResidenceCountyDEKALBAPN08-23-360-015

Schools near 742 South 4th Street

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
Beyond One Barb Transition Center
Public - 12
Rating
School
Distance
Founders Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Huntley Middle School
Public6 to 8

De Kalb High School
Public9 to 12

Beyond One Barb Transition Center
Public12

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More information about 742 South 4th Street, DeKalb, IL 60115

742 South 4th Street is a single family home for sale in DeKalb, IL 60115. This listing's school district is Dekalb Community Unit School District 428. Nearby schools include Founders Elementary School, Huntley Middle School and De Kalb High School. 742 South 4th Street is a 4-bed, 2-bath, 1,824 sqft single family home built in 1902.

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