Welcome to 1138 South 5th Street, a 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom home that has dotted every "i" and crossed every "t"! This home boasts great curb appeal with lilac bushes, flowers, and wooden stairs with iron balusters. Open the freshly painted front door into a large dining room that opens up to the kitchen. The kitchen features granite countertops and a 4-piece stainless steel appliance set. The large pantry with open shelving and lower cabinets could serve as a nice coffee bar. Off the dining room, you will find the 4th bedroom with French doors, which could also be used as a home office, den, or formal living room. The first floor includes a trendy full bathroom with a brick look feature wall and ceramic tile shower. Enter the home via the second entrance and land in a foyer with stylish board and batten wall treatment conveniently located adjacent to the bright laundry room with custom barn door. Steps away is the surprisingly large living/family room! Off the living room are sliding doors to the generous fenced-in yard, complete with a patio, playset, and trampoline. The second floor features 3 large bedrooms and a big full bathroom. The en-suite primary bedroom includes a private balcony to enjoy your morning coffee. The property is completed with an oversized 2.5-car garage with 150-amp electric and a mini-split HVAC system. Recent updates include a roof (2019), French drain and sump pump (2023), HVAC garage (2023), Mohawk Waterproof flooring in the Dining Room and 4th Bedroom (2024) and barn door (2023). The home is minutes away from I-88 and downtown DeKalb. If entertaining friends and family is what you crave, this is the home for you! Schedule your tour today to make this your new home!
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$285,000
1138 S 5th St, Dekalb, IL 60115
4beds
1,952sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1938
8,407.08 Square Feet Lot
$314,900 Zestimate®
$146/sqft
$2,071 Estimated rent
Home value
$314,900
$299,000 - $331,000
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Listing updated:
Listing courtesy of:
Judah Sameth 630-940-6883,
Willow Real Estate, Inc
Bought with:
Dorota Dynak
Coldwell Banker Realty
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12050268
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 192 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X12
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 144 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X9
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 192 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X12
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Main
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X10
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Main
- Area: 165 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X11
Eating area
- Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
- Level: Main
- Area: 84 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X7
Foyer
- Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
- Level: Main
- Area: 63 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9X7
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Breakfast Bar, Eating Area-Table Space, Granite Counters, Pantry, SolidSurfaceCounter, Updated Kitchen), Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
- Level: Main
- Area: 182 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X13
Laundry
- Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
- Level: Main
- Area: 96 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X8
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Wood Laminate)
- Level: Main
- Area: 414 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 23X18
Loft
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X11
Heating
- Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Main Level, Gas Dryer Hookup, Electric Dryer Hookup, In Unit, Sink
Features
- 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath, Granite Counters, Separate Dining Room, Pantry
- Flooring: Laminate
- Windows: Drapes
- Basement: Unfinished,Partial
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 1,952 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
- Garage spaces: 3
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Balcony
- Fencing: Fenced,Wood
Lot
- Size: 8,407 sqft
- Dimensions: 168 X 50
Details
- Additional structures: Workshop
- Parcel number: 0826155008
- Special conditions: None
- Other equipment: Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cape Cod
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1938
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
Community
- Community features: Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
Location
- Region: Dekalb
HOA & financial
HOA
- Services included: None
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: FHA
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/17/2024 | Sold | $285,000$146/sqft |
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| 7/13/2024 | Pending sale | $285,000$146/sqft |
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| 5/25/2024 | Listed for sale | $285,000$146/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12050268 Report a problem | ||
| 5/11/2024 | Contingent | $285,000$146/sqft |
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| 5/8/2024 | Listed for sale | $285,000+9.2%$146/sqft |
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| 4/13/2023 | Sold | $261,000+6.5%$134/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11666665 Report a problem | ||
| 2/17/2023 | Contingent | $245,000$126/sqft |
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| 2/11/2023 | Listed for sale | $245,000+66.7%$126/sqft |
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| 6/29/2015 | Sold | $147,000-1.9%$75/sqft |
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| 5/22/2015 | Pending sale | $149,900$77/sqft |
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| 5/14/2015 | Price change | $149,900-2.6%$77/sqft |
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| 4/29/2015 | Price change | $153,900-0.6%$79/sqft |
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| 4/22/2015 | Price change | $154,900-2.6%$79/sqft |
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| 4/5/2015 | Listed for sale | $159,000$81/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $4,932 -1.5% | $67,902 +14.7% |
| 2023 | $5,008 +3.1% | $59,205 +9.5% |
| 2022 | $4,856 -1.8% | $54,054 +6.6% |
| 2021 | $4,946 -2% | $50,697 +1.6% |
| 2020 | $5,047 +2.6% | $49,889 +4.1% |
| 2019 | $4,920 +2.9% | $47,929 +3.5% |
| 2018 | $4,780 -0.3% | $46,304 +4% |
| 2017 | $4,797 +1.5% | $44,510 +2.6% |
| 2016 | $4,724 | $43,386 +5.5% |
| 2015 | -- | $41,109 -1.3% |
| 2014 | -- | $41,638 -4.8% |
| 2013 | -- | $43,738 -8.9% |
| 2012 | -- | $48,026 -9% |
| 2011 | -- | $52,758 -5.5% |
| 2010 | -- | $55,857 -6.1% |
| 2009 | -- | $59,473 +1.5% |
| 2008 | -- | $58,594 +3.1% |
| 2007 | -- | $56,821 +7.1% |
| 2006 | -- | $53,047 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 60115
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Founders Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.4 mi
- 3/10Huntley Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.3 mi
- 3/10De Kalb High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.7 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Founders Elementary School
- Middle: Huntley Middle School
- High: De Kalb High School
- 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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