917 N 7th St

DeKalb, IL 60115

$185,000
Price
3
Beds
1,162 Sq. Ft.
$159 / Sq. Ft.
1,162
Sq. Ft.
$159
per Sq. Ft.
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Listed By CompassContingent
Listed By CompassContingent

Description

Welcome home to 917 N. 7th Street in DeKalb! This charming, character-filled Cape Cod is a beautifully maintained three-bedroom home offering a flexible layout and thoughtful updates throughout. The main level features a spacious, sunlit living room, an inviting kitchen with a comfortable eating area, a fully updated bath, and a convenient first-floor bedroom-ideal for guests, a home office, or easy single-level living. Upstairs, you'll find two generously sized bedrooms and a half bath, providing...Welcome home to 917 N. 7th Street in DeKalb! This charming, character-filled Cape Cod is a beautifully maintained three-bedroom home offering a flexible layout and thoughtful updates throughout. The main level features a spacious, sunlit living room, an inviting kitchen with a comfortable eating area, a fully updated bath, and a convenient first-floor bedroom-ideal for guests, a home office, or easy single-level living. Upstairs, you'll find two generously sized bedrooms and a half bath, providing privacy and a well-designed separation of space. The finished walk-out basement adds exceptional versatility, complete with a recreation room, bar area, and a mechanical/laundry room with a shower and exterior access to the shared driveway-perfect for entertaining or creating additional living space. Outside, enjoy a partially fenced yard, a 1.5-car detached garage, a newer fence (2023), plus a newer back door and side storm door. With space, functionality, and key updates already taken care of, this home is move-in ready and full of opportunity. As an added perk, the property is located on the NIU Huskie Bus Line for added convenience. Don't miss your chance to make this one yours!

Listing Agents

  1. Elizabeth Oine

    Elizabeth Oine

    Listing Agent

    Compass

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  2. Michael Oine

    Michael Oine

    Alternative Listing Agent

    Compass

    michael.oine@compass.com

    P: (847)-354-5394

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Property Details for 917 North 7th Street

Area
De Kalb
Township
DeKalb
Ownership
Fee Simple
Num Of Garage Spaces
1.5
Num Of Parking Spaces
1.5
Parking Included in Price
Yes
Air Conditioning Type
Central Air
Heat/Fuel
Natural Gas, Forced Air
LISTING UPDATED: 03/13/2026 10:34 AM

Property Details for 917 North 7th Street

StatusContingent
MLS #12572527
Days on Market14
Taxes$2,622 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeDetached Single / 1.5 Story
Year Built1940
Lot Size0.13 AC / 5,488 SF
CountyDeKalb County
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Building Information for 917 North 7th Street

Stories-Year Built1940Building Size-Lot Size0.13 AC / 5,488 SF

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Property Information for 917 North 7th Street

General Information
School Information
  • Elementary School District: 428
  • High School District: 428
  • High School: De Kalb High School
  • Middle Or Junior School District: 428
Addtl Parking Information
  • Parking Details: Concrete, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
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: Dry Bar, 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath
  • Num Of Rooms: 7
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
  • Community Features: Sidewalks, Street Lights
  • Basement Type: Finished, Exterior Entry, Rec/Family Area, Full, Walk-Out Access
  • Bedrooms Possible: 3
  • Air Conditioning: Central Air
  • Dining Room: Kitchen/Dining Combo
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Room Type: Recreation Room, Utility Room-Lower Level, Other Room
  • Num of Baths: 1.1
Exterior Features
  • Fencing: Fenced, Partial
  • Type: 1.5 Story
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Water: Public
  • Appliances: Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • Other Equipment: Water-Softener Owned, CO Detectors, Ceiling Fan(s)
Property/Lot Information
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Rebuilt: No
  • Rehabilitated: No
  • Built Before 1978: Yes
  • Age: 81-90 Years
  • Type Detached: 1.5 Story
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Total Finished and Unfin Sq Ft: 0
  • Lot Description: Fenced Yard
  • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Lot Size Source: Other
  • Lot Dimensions: 51 x 111 x 51 x 110
  • Other Structures: None
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • Exterior Building Type: Brick
  • Construction: Brick
  • Roof Type: Asphalt
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • General Information: School Bus Service,Commuter Bus
  • Living Area Source: Assessor
Property and Assessments
  • Buyer Financing: Conventional, FHA, VA
  • Public Document Count: 1
  • Document Date: 2026-03-01T22:15:27
  • Photos Count: 27
  • 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: 11X9
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 12X12
Bedroom #3 Information
  • 3rd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 10X10
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: 10X10
Family Room Information
  • Family Room Level: N/A
  • RoomType_FR: Family Room
Kitchen Information
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 12X11
Laundry Information
  • Laundry Level: N/A
  • Room Type: Laundry
Living Room Information
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Living Room Dimensions: 15X11
Recreation Room Information
  • Room Level: Walkout Basement
  • Room Type: Recreation Room
  • Dimensions: 18X11
Bar or Entertainment Room Information
  • Room Level: Walkout Basement
  • Room Type: Bar/Entertainment
  • Dimensions: 14X11
Other Room Information
  • Room Level: Walkout Basement
  • Room Type: Other Room
  • Dimensions: 10X7
Utility Room Lower Level Information
  • Room Level: Walkout Basement
  • Room Type: Utility Room-Lower Level
  • Dimensions: 16X15

Property History for 917 North 7th Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Mar 5, 2026

Contingent

MRED #12572527

—
Feb 28, 2026

Listed (Active)

MRED #12572527

$185,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
03/05/2026

Contingent

MRED #12572527

—
02/28/2026

Listed (Active)

MRED #12572527

$185,000

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

Public Records for 917 North 7th Street

Taxable ValueLand$7,411Additions$51,398Total$58,809
Tax Record2024$2,622 ($218 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Lot Size5,500 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceCountyDEKALBAPN08-14-380-022

Schools near 917 North 7th Street

This home is within Dekalb Community Unit School District 428.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Littlejohn Elementary School
Public - K to 5
Clinton Rosette Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
De Kalb High School
Public - 9 to 12
International Montessori Academy
Private - PK to 4
Rating
School
Distance
Littlejohn Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Clinton Rosette Middle School
Public6 to 8

De Kalb High School
Public9 to 12

International Montessori Academy
PrivatePK to 4

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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