868 Dekalb Avenue

Sycamore, IL 60178

$165,000
Last Sold Price
4
Beds
2
Baths
2,028 Sq. Ft.
$81 / Sq. Ft.
2,028
Sq. Ft.
$81
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Vintage Victorian in Sycamore needing TLC but at an AFFORDABLE PRICE! This 4 Bedroom "Painted Lady" is enhanced by the architectural detail of it's era and retains the beauty of yesteryear with an open staircase, stained glass and beveled windows, volume ceilings and natural woodwork. Open floor plan makes entertaining easy with an expansive center kitchen island, adjacent to a formal dining room. Living room and sitting rooms are connected by original pocket doors. All 4 spacious bedrooms are on...Vintage Victorian in Sycamore needing TLC but at an AFFORDABLE PRICE! This 4 Bedroom "Painted Lady" is enhanced by the architectural detail of it's era and retains the beauty of yesteryear with an open staircase, stained glass and beveled windows, volume ceilings and natural woodwork. Open floor plan makes entertaining easy with an expansive center kitchen island, adjacent to a formal dining room. Living room and sitting rooms are connected by original pocket doors. All 4 spacious bedrooms are on the 2nd floor complete with walk-in closets and there is a full bath on each level! This home features some important updates such as the furnace, roof (approx 10 yrs), electric panel, and sewer line to the street, but still "needs some LOVE" from it's next owner. Convenient first floor laundry is an added plus. Deep lot with deck provides a comfy place to relax, tons of garden space, and room for a playset or firepit. 2-car detached garage, shared driveway and excellent location with easy access to downtown Sycamore, restaurants, shopping and all the "go-to" places on Sycamore Road! Bring your ideas, sweat equity, and make this home shine again! Priced according to condition and sold "as is" - You don't want to miss this great opportunity!

    Sold By @properties Christie's International Real Estate

    Property Details for 868 Dekalb Avenue

    Area
    Sycamore
    Township
    Sycamore
    Ownership
    Fee Simple
    Num Of Garage Spaces
    2.0
    Num Of Cars
    2.0
    Parking Included in Price
    Yes
    Heat/Fuel
    Natural Gas
    Architectural Style
    Victorian

    Location

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    LISTING UPDATED: 04/24/2023 01:48 PM

    Property Details for 868 Dekalb Avenue

    StatusClosed
    MLS #11387419
    Days on Market362
    Taxes$4,927 / year
    HOA Fees-
    Condo/Co-op Fees-
    Compass TypeSingle Family
    MLS TypeDetached Single / 2 Stories
    Year Built1890
    Lot Size-
    CountyDeKalb County

    Location

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    Building Information for 868 Dekalb Avenue

    Stories-Year Built1890Building Size-Lot Size-

    Payment Calculator

    $1,311 per month

    30 year fixed, 7.25% Interest

    Principal and Interest

    $900

    Property Taxes

    $411

    HOA Dues

    $0

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    Property Information for 868 Dekalb Avenue

    General Information
    School Information
    • Elementary School District: 427
    • High School District: 427
    • Middle Or Junior School District: 427
    Addtl Parking Information
    • Garage On Site: true
    • Garage Ownership: Owned
    • Garage Type: Detached
    • Parking: Garage
    Taxes and HOA Information
    • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
    Property Information
    Interior Features
    • Interior Property Features: Hardwood Floors, First Floor Laundry, First Floor Full Bath
    • Num Of Rooms: 8
    • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
    • Door Features: Pocket Door(s)
    • Window Features: Some Stained Glass
    • Basement Type: Partial
    • Bedrooms Possible: 4
    • Air Conditioning: Window/Wall Unit - 1
    • Basement Description: Unfinished
    • Dining Room: Separate
    • Basement Bathrooms: No
    • Room Type: Sitting Room, Foyer, Walk In Closet
    • Num of Baths: 2.0
    Exterior Features
    • Type: 2 Stories
    Utilities / Equipment
    • Sewer: Sewer-Public
    • Water: Public
    • Appliances: Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal
    • Other Equipment: CO Detectors, Ceiling Fan(s)
    Property/Lot Information
    • Exterior Property Features: Deck, Porch
    • New Construction YN: No
    • Rebuilt: No
    • Rehabilitated: No
    • Built Before 1978: Yes
    • Age: 100+ Years
    • Type Detached: 2 Stories
    • Total Sq Ft: 2028
    • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 2028
    • Total Finished and Unfin Sq Ft: 2028
    • Main Sq Ft: 1014
    • Upper Sq Ft: 1014
    • Lot Size: .25-.49 Acre
    • Lot Dimensions: 58 X 233.47 X 85 X 70 X 20 X 110
    • Waterfront: No
    • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
    • Driveway: Shared
    • Exterior Building Type: Frame
    • General Information: None
    • Living Area Source: Estimated
    • Assessor Square Footage: 1026
    • Lot Size Source: County Records
    Property and Assessments
    • Buyer Financing: Conventional, Cash
    • Public Document Count: 1
    • Document Date: 2022-12-13T15:48:12
    • Photos Count: 33
    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: 14X12
    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: 12X11
    Bedroom #4 Information
    • 4th Bedroom Level: Second
    • Room Type: Bedroom 4
    • Bedroom #4 Room Dimensions: 11X11
    Dining Room Information
    • Dining Room Level: Main
    • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
    • Dining Room Dimensions: 13X12
    Kitchen Information
    • Kitchen Level: Main
    • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
    • Kitchen Dimensions: 17X11
    Laundry Information
    • Laundry Level: Main
    • Room Type: Laundry
    • Laundry Dimensions: 6X5
    Living Room Information
    • Living Room Level: Main
    • Room Type: Living Room
    • Living Room Dimensions: 13X12
    Walk In Closet 1 Information
    • Room Level: Second
    • Room Type: Walk In Closet
    • Deck Dimensions: 8X4
    Foyer Information
    • Room Level: Main
    • Room Type: Foyer
    • Deck Dimensions: 11X8
    Sitting Room Information
    • Room Level: Main
    • Room Type: Sitting Room
    • Deck Dimensions: 13X12

    Property History for 868 Dekalb Avenue

    DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
    DateEvent & SourcePrice

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

    Public Records for 868 Dekalb Avenue

    Taxable ValueLand$13,501Additions$45,807Total$59,308
    Home Facts
    Beds4Total Finished SqFt1,026 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,026 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1890CountyDEKALBAPN06-32-307-032

    Schools near 868 Dekalb Avenue

    This home is within Sycamore Community Unit School District 427.
    Rating
    School
    Type
    Grades
    Distance
    Public - K to 5
    Public - 6 to 8
    Public - 9 to 12
    Public - PK to 5
    Rating
    School
    Distance
    West Elementary School
    PublicK to 5

    Sycamore Middle School
    Public6 to 8

    Sycamore High School
    Public9 to 12

    South Prairie Elementary School
    PublicPK to 5

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