Rare opportunity to own in DeKalb's incredible "Elwood Historic District". A beautiful Victorian with major curb-appeal centrally located a block from Lincoln Highway. This 4 bedroom up, 2 bath home is located on wide, tree-lined Locust Street. Walk or bike easily to NIU campus and downtown shopping district. Grand tall ceilings, generous room shapes, 4 bedrooms upstairs plus a main floor room perfect as an Office or additional bedroom. Original hard wood floors throughout along with original woodwork, hutch and stairs. Remodeled Kitchen is open to a large seating area with easy access to a spacious deck and charming, fenced-in backyard. This is a great place for entertaining! This historic home would serve easily as a main residence or as an investment rental. Newer furnace (2021). A large part of sewer line recently replaced (2021). New solar panels lower utility costs! Garage is shared with neighbor for a one car stall plus exterior shed. A rare Victorian which shines with plenty of natural light in a wonderful location!
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$220,000
208 W Locust St, Dekalb, IL 60115
4beds
2,320sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1893
7,596.86 Square Feet Lot
$224,700 Zestimate®
$95/sqft
$2,087 Estimated rent
Home value
$224,700
$175,000 - $288,000
$2,087/mo
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What's special
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: July 31, 2025 at 11:51am
Listing courtesy of:
Rebecca Sampson 847-984-9500,
Brokerocity Inc
Bought with:
Jenna Harrolle
Hometown Realty Group
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12349281
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 208 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X13
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 221 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X13
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 208 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X13
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 80 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X8
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 286 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 22X13
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 208 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X13
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring (Vinyl)
- Level: Main
- Area: 150 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X10
Laundry
- Level: Basement
- Area: 100 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X10
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 208 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X13
Office
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 99 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X9
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Range, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Gas Dryer Hookup, In Unit, Common Area
Features
- 1st Floor Full Bath
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Basement: Partially Finished,Full
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Family Room, Living Room, Master Bedroom, Basement, Other, Bedroom, Dining Room, Hearth Room, Kitchen
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 2,320 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Asphalt, On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
- Garage spaces: 1
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Deck
Lot
- Size: 7,596 sqft
- Dimensions: 49X155
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 0822278009
- Special conditions: None
- Other equipment: Water-Softener Owned
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Victorian
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame, Log
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1893
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Dekalb
HOA & financial
HOA
- Services included: None
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/31/2025 | Sold | $220,000-4.3%$95/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12349281 | ||
| 6/23/2025 | Contingent | $230,000$99/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12349281 | ||
| 6/18/2025 | Price change | $230,000-8%$99/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12349281 | ||
| 4/27/2025 | Listed for sale | $250,000+25%$108/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12349281 | ||
| 7/22/2022 | Sold | $200,000+0.1%$86/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11437655 | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $5,657 -2.9% | $71,012 +14.7% |
| 2023 | $5,828 +14.1% | $61,916 +9.5% |
| 2022 | $5,106 -1.9% | $56,529 +6.6% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: North 5th Ward
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 2/10Founders Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.8 mi
- 2/10Clinton Rosette Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.5 mi
- 3/10De Kalb High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.6 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: 428
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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