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  • Price cut: $10K (8/3)
    $289,900

    181 Tilton Park Dr, Dekalb, IL 60115

    5beds
    2,580sqft
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    $2,069/mo
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1962
    -- sqft lot
    $289,000 Zestimate®
    $112/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Floor-to-ceiling windowsConvenient first floor laundryMature landscapingThree main-level bedroomsPeaceful year-round viewsPrivate primary suiteBay window
    Don't miss this 5-bedroom, 4-bath home that offers over 2,500 square feet of versatile living space on a half-acre lot overlooking a channel of the Kishwaukee River. The heart of the home is the generous updated kitchen, which features custom cabinetry, solid-surface countertops, stainless steel appliances, and a breakfast bar that opens to the dining area with a vaulted ceiling and bay window. The bright living room, features hardwood flooring, that creates an inviting space for everyday living and entertaining, the living room flows seamlessly into one of the home's standout features, the stunning three-season sunroom-with knotty pine on the walls and vaulted ceiling, floor-to-ceiling windows, and French doors leading to the backyard-offers peaceful year-round views. The thoughtfully designed floor plan includes three main-level bedrooms, 2 full baths, and convenient first floor laundry. Upstairs, you'll find the private primary suite complete with a spacious walk-in closet and oversized ensuite bath. An additional hall bath and impressive 26' x 17' 5th bedroom provides endless possibilities for use as a bedroom, family room, game room, home office, fitness area, or hobby space, it could even be divided to create a sixth bedroom. The walk-up attic offers outstanding storage and exciting potential for future expansion. Additional features include an oversized attached two-car garage with built-in cabinetry, mature landscaping, and a desirable location just minutes from Hopkins Park, golf, walking trails, playgrounds, and other recreational amenities. This home combines generous living space, exceptional flexibility, and a beautiful natural setting-all at an incredible value! --. **Unfortunately, the previous buyers' transaction fell through due to their home sale contingency. No fault of the seller or property. Home is back on the market and ready for a new buyer!
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    Listed by:

    Tammy Engel 815-482-3726,

    RE/MAX Classic,

    Amy Joy Smith-Heine 815-761-6933,

    RE/MAX Classic

    Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12657956MLS Logo

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 5
      • Bathrooms: 4
      • Full bathrooms: 4
      Rooms
      • Room types: Bedroom 5, Sun Room
      Primary bedroom
      • Features: Flooring (Carpet), Bathroom (Full)
      • Level: Second
      • Area: 195 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 13X15
      Bedroom 2
      • Features: Flooring (Carpet)
      • Level: Second
      • Area: 442 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 17X26
      Bedroom 3
      • Features: Flooring (Carpet)
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 120 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 10X12
      Bedroom 4
      • Features: Flooring (Carpet)
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 108 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 9X12
      Bedroom 5
      • Features: Flooring (Carpet)
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 110 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 10X11
      Dining room
      • Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 156 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 12X13
      Kitchen
      • Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Breakfast Bar, Custom Cabinetry, SolidSurfaceCounter, Updated Kitchen), Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 156 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 12X13
      Living room
      • Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 238 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 14X17
      Sun room
      • Features: Flooring (Carpet)
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 182 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 14X13
      Heating
      • Natural Gas
      Cooling
      • Central Air
      Appliances
      • Included: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
      • Laundry: Main Level, In Unit, In Bathroom
      Features
      • Vaulted Ceiling(s), 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s), Dining Combo
      • Basement: Crawl Space,None
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 0
      • Total interior livable area: 2,580 sqft

      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 2
      • Parking features: Concrete, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
      • Attached garage spaces: 2
      • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
      Accessibility
      • Accessibility features: No Disability Access
      Features
      • Stories: 2
      • Has view: Yes
      • View description: Back of Property
      • Has water view: Yes
      • Water view: Back of Property
      Lot
      • Dimensions: 111.10 X 165 X 155 X 160
      Details
      • Parcel number: 0814180011
      • Special conditions: None
      • Other equipment: Ceiling Fan(s)

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Other
      • Roof: Asphalt
      Condition
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1962

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Water: Public

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
      HOA
      • Services included: None
      Location
      • Region: Dekalb

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $112/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $237,813
      • Annual tax amount: $5,439
      • Date on market: 5/26/2026
      • Ownership: Fee Simple

        Estimated market value

        $289,000

        $275,000 - $303,000

        $2,922/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        8/5/2026Contingent$289,900$112/sqft
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        8/3/2026Price change$289,900-3.3%$112/sqft
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        7/20/2026Price change$299,900-1.6%$116/sqft
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        7/7/2026Price change$304,900-4%$118/sqft
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        6/9/2026Listed for sale$317,500$123/sqft
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        6/1/2026Contingent$317,500$123/sqft
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        5/26/2026Listed for sale$317,500$123/sqft
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        5/26/2026Listing removed$317,500$123/sqft
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        5/22/2026Listed for sale$317,500$123/sqft
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        5/20/2026Contingent$317,500$123/sqft
        Source: REMAX Report a problem
        3/29/2026Price change$317,500-3.8%$123/sqft
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        1/12/2026Price change$329,900-1.5%$128/sqft
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        11/22/2025Listed for sale$334,900$130/sqft
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        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2024$5,439 -0.6%$79,271 +14.7%
        2023$5,471 +3.9%$69,118 +9.5%
        2022$5,265 -10.5%$63,104 +6.6%
        2021$5,886 -2%$59,185 +1.6%
        2020$6,007 +2.5%$58,241 +4.1%
        2019$5,862 +2.8%$55,952 +3.5%
        2018$5,700 -0.4%$54,055 +4%
        2017$5,725 +1.5%$51,961 +2.6%
        2016$5,642 $50,650 +5.5%
        2015-- $47,991 -0.5%
        2014-- $48,220 -4.8%
        2013-- $50,651 -8.9%
        2012-- $55,617 -9%
        2011-- $61,097 -4.9%
        2010-- $64,278 -21.8%
        2009-- $82,206 +1.5%
        2008-- $80,992 +3.1%
        2007-- $78,541 +17.1%
        2006-- $67,072
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 60115

        Getting around

        35 / 100
        Car-Dependent
        32 / 100
        Some Transit
        71 / 100
        Very Bikeable

        Nearby schools

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        • 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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