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  • $215,000

    618 Russell Rd, Dekalb, IL 60115

    5beds
    2,109sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1968
    0.46 Acres Lot
    $215,200 Zestimate®
    $102/sqft
    $2,313 Estimated rent

    What's special

    Stop the car!! Property with Tons of Potential! Located just minutes from Northern Illinois University, this spacious 5-bedroom, 2-bathroom home with hardwood floors thought out is a rare opportunity for investors, flippers, or anyone looking to customize their own space. With over 2100 sqft of living space, this property offers a functional layout and solid bones, but needs cosmetic updates and repairs to bring it back to life. Situated in a prime location close to campus, downtown DeKalb, shopping, dining, and public transit, this home is ideal for student housing or a family residence. The large lot, 5 car driveway, and potential for high rental income make this a smart buy. Bring your vision and make this property shine-opportunities like this don't last long! Key Located close to NIU, public transportation, and amenities large yard and driveway Great investment or rental opportunity, priced accordingly Being sold AS-IS.

    Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago

    Listing updated: July 21, 2025 at 07:55am

    Listing courtesy of:

    Steve Olszewski 847-404-4018,

    Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Starck Real Estate,

    Paul Ambrogio 847-668-3774,

    Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Starck Real Estate

    Bought with:

    Luis Torres

    OnPath Realty Inc.

    Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12357742MLS Logo

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 5
    • Bathrooms: 2
    • Full bathrooms: 2
    Primary bedroom
    • Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
    • Level: Second
    • Area: 156 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 13X12
    Bedroom 2
    • Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
    • Level: Second
    • Area: 143 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 13X11
    Bedroom 3
    • Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 132 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 11X12
    Bedroom 4
    • Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 110 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 11X10
    Bedroom 5
    • Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 110 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 11X10
    Bonus room
    • Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
    • Level: Second
    • Area: 84 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 12X7
    Dining room
    • Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 144 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 16X9
    Kitchen
    • Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Breakfast Bar, Eating Area-Table Space, Pantry-Closet), Flooring (Vinyl)
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 110 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 11X10
    Living room
    • Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 364 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 28X13
    Heating
    • Natural Gas, Forced Air
    Cooling
    • Central Air
    Appliances
    • Included: Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Disposal
    Features
    • 1st Floor Bedroom
    • Basement: Unfinished,Full
    • Number of fireplaces: 1
    • Fireplace features: Living Room
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 0
    • Total interior livable area: 2,109 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 2
    • Parking features: Concrete, On Site, Attached, Garage
    • Attached garage spaces: 2
    Accessibility
    • Accessibility features: No Disability Access
    Features
    • Stories: 2
    • Patio & porch: Patio
    Lot
    • Size: 0.46 Acres
    • Dimensions: 66X302
    Details
    • Parcel number: 0815330005
    • Special conditions: None

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Other
    Condition
    • New construction: No
    • Year built: 1968

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Public

    Community & neighborhood

    Community
    • Community features: Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
    Location
    • Region: Dekalb

    HOA & financial

    HOA
    • Services included: None

    Other

    Other facts
    • Listing terms: FHA 203K
    • Ownership: Fee Simple
    Services availability
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