Located just steps from the NIU campus and downtown DeKalb, this 3-bedroom, 2-bath two-story home offers incredible potential for investors or buyers looking to put in some sweat equity. Originally rehabbed in 2020-2021, the property features many big-ticket updates, including a tear-off roof, updated 100 AMP electric service, copper plumbing, newer hot water heater, and garage roof. The bathrooms were remodeled with ceramic tile, and the main floor offers a spacious layout with a large kitchen with table space, living room, separate dining room, and a flexible den space. There's also a charming enclosed front porch with loads of natural light-a great space for relaxing or entertaining. While the home could use some TLC and cosmetic refresh, its location and layout make it a promising opportunity. Whether you're looking for a rental property, a flip project, or a future primary residence near the university, this one is worth a look. Being sold as-is. Bring your vision and make it shine.
New
$160,000
208 John St, Dekalb, IL 60115
3beds
1,572sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1910
2,927.23 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$102/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Garage roofFlexible den spaceCharming enclosed front porchSeparate dining roomSpacious layoutCeramic tileTear-off roof
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Listing updated: April 22, 2025 at 01:42am
Listing courtesy of:
James Zitnik 815-345-6009,
Keller Williams Success Realty
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12343647

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Den, Enclosed Porch
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 108 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X9
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 99 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X9
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 90 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X9
Den
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Main
- Area: 121 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X11
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Wood Laminate)
- Level: Main
- Area: 121 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X11
Enclosed porch
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 84 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X6
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Table Space), Flooring (Wood Laminate)
- Level: Main
- Area: 156 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X13
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Wood Laminate)
- Level: Main
- Area: 121 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X11
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
- Laundry: In Bathroom
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Basement: Unfinished,Full
- Attic: Unfinished
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 1,572 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Owned, Garage
- Garage spaces: 1
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Screened
Lot
- Size: 2,927.23 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 69 X 44
Details
- Parcel number: 0822232009
- Special conditions: None
- Other equipment: Ceiling Fan(s)
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Aluminum Siding
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1910
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
- Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Dekalb
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $102/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $132,651
- Annual tax amount: $3,597
- Date on market: 4/21/2025
- Ownership: Fee Simple
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