You'll be captivated by the eye-catching architecture of this charming "Storybook Home," featuring a quaint arched entry door that opens to a spacious living room and formal dining room with hardwood floors and abundant natural light. Down the hallway, find two cheerful bedrooms, a lovely full bath, a convenient laundry chute, and a Primary Bedroom with a vaulted ceiling and character-filled windows. The step-save galley kitchen just off the dining room offers both form, function and comfort to this one-story beauty. The unfinished basement includes a second bathroom, laundry area, utilities, and extra storage. Outside, enjoy a composite deck with pergola overhead, surrounded by lush vines and a private, fenced yard that backs to schoolyard green space. A playhouse/storage area and oversized garage add even more appeal. Updates include: water heater (2025), refrigerator (2023), furnace, central air & humidifier (2021), washer (2023) dryer (2022), roof (2006), under cabinet lighting (2025) and replacement windows. Extras included: vintage safe, workbenches, shelving, pantry and storage units. Full of warmth, whimsy, and thoughtful details, this delightful home offers a perfect escape from the ordinary and a truly happy ending to your house-hunting story!
Active
$239,900
Dekalb, IL 60115
3beds
1,124sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1930
-- sqft lot
$-- Zestimate®
$213/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Private fenced yardCheerful bedroomsEye-catching architectureAbundant natural lightQuaint arched entry doorLush vinesCharacter-filled windows
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Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: 9 hours ago
Listing courtesy of:
Jayne Menne 815-739-2499,
Willow Real Estate, Inc
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12494112
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Foyer, Mud Room
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X10
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 99 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X9
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 80 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X8
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 169 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X13
Foyer
- Features: Flooring (Vinyl)
- Level: Main
- Area: 27 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9X3
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Galley)
- Level: Main
- Area: 80 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X8
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 253 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 23X11
Mud room
- Level: Main
- Area: 35 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 7X5
Heating
- Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal
Features
- Vaulted Ceiling(s), 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath, Separate Dining Room, Replacement Windows
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Windows: Replacement Windows
- Basement: Unfinished,Partial
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,124
- Total interior livable area: 1,124 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1.5
- Parking features: No Garage, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
- Garage spaces: 1.5
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Dimensions: 55 x 123.75 x 50 x 125.85
Details
- Additional structures: Pergola
- Parcel number: 0814453024
- Special conditions: None
- Other equipment: Ceiling Fan(s)
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1930
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Sidewalks, Street Lights
- Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Dekalb
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $213/sqft
- Annual tax amount: $4,104
- Date on market: 11/18/2025
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
Not available
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 11/18/2025 | Listed for sale | $239,900+103.3%$213/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12494112 Report a problem | ||
| 12/21/2000 | Sold | $118,000$105/sqft |
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $4,104 -1.2% | $57,507 +14.7% |
| 2023 | $4,155 +3.4% | $50,141 +9.5% |
| 2022 | $4,020 -1.6% | $45,779 +6.6% |
BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$1,734/mo
Principal & interest
$1188
Property taxes
$462
Home insurance
$84
Climate risks
Neighborhood: 60115
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 2/10Littlejohn Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.2 mi
- 2/10Clinton Rosette Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.4 mi
- 3/10De Kalb High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.4 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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