Solid 2-bedroom, 1-bath home located just minutes from downtown DeKalb and Northern Illinois University. This 988 sq ft property offers a practical layout with a mix of updates and original character, including hardwood floors and tall ceilings in the main living areas. Recent improvements include brand new exterior siding, fresh interior paint, updated flooring in select areas, and a newer bathroom. While simple in finish, the home provides a clean, functional space ready for a new owner or investor to make it their own. Outside features include a fully fenced yard, private deck, enclosed front porch, and a detached one-car garage with insulation for added usability. Conveniently located making it an attractive option for both homeowners and rental potential.
Contingent
Price cut: $9.9K (6/1)
$200,000
403 S 8th St, Dekalb, IL 60115
2beds
988sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1886
5,148 Square Feet Lot
$196,400 Zestimate®
$202/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Fully fenced yardNewer bathroomPrivate deckEnclosed front porchBrand new exterior sidingHardwood floorsFresh interior paint
- 134 days |
- 75 |
- 3 |
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Tyler Stacey 815-677-5010,
Crawford Realty, LLC
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12615291
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: No additional rooms
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 156 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X12
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
- Area: 91 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X7
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 182 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X13
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 112 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X8
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 208 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X13
Heating
- Natural Gas
Cooling
- Window Unit(s)
Features
- Basement: Unfinished,Partial
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,976
- Total interior livable area: 988 sqft
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Yes, Detached, Garage
- Garage spaces: 1
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 1
Lot
- Size: 5,148 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 66x78
Details
- Parcel number: 0823380008
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1886
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Dekalb
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $202/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $129,858
- Annual tax amount: $3,448
- Date on market: 4/10/2026
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
$196,400
$187,000 - $206,000
$1,379/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/14/2026 | Contingent | $200,000$202/sqft |
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| 6/1/2026 | Price change | $200,000-4.7%$202/sqft |
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| 5/1/2026 | Price change | $209,900-2.3%$212/sqft |
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| 4/23/2026 | Price change | $214,900-2.3%$218/sqft |
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| 4/10/2026 | Listed for sale | $219,900+140.3%$223/sqft |
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| 8/9/2025 | Listing removed | $1,500$2/sqft |
Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem | ||
| 8/5/2025 | Listed for rent | $1,500+20%$2/sqft |
Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem | ||
| 2/26/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 11/16/2020 | Listed for rent | $1,250$1/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 6/24/2019 | Sold | $91,500-2.7%$93/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #10104331 Report a problem | ||
| 5/20/2019 | Pending sale | $94,000$95/sqft |
Source: Baird & Warner - Geneva #10104331 Report a problem | ||
| 4/19/2019 | Price change | $94,000-6%$95/sqft |
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| 3/27/2019 | Price change | $100,000-4.8%$101/sqft |
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| 3/6/2019 | Price change | $105,000-7.1%$106/sqft |
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| 2/23/2019 | Listed for sale | $113,000$114/sqft |
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| 6/19/2008 | Sold | $113,000-2.6%$114/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #06886239 Report a problem | ||
| 5/23/2006 | Sold | $116,000$117/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $3,449 -2.9% | $43,286 +14.7% |
| 2023 | $3,553 +2% | $37,742 +9.5% |
| 2022 | $3,482 -2.6% | $34,458 +6.6% |
| 2021 | $3,576 +20.5% | $32,318 +1.6% |
| 2020 | $2,967 -17.2% | $31,802 +4.1% |
| 2019 | $3,585 +2.4% | $30,553 +3.5% |
| 2018 | $3,501 -0.9% | $29,517 +4% |
| 2017 | $3,534 +1.1% | $28,374 +2.6% |
| 2016 | $3,495 | $27,658 +5.5% |
| 2015 | -- | $26,207 -2.9% |
| 2014 | -- | $26,984 -4.8% |
| 2013 | -- | $28,344 -8.9% |
| 2012 | -- | $31,124 -9% |
| 2011 | -- | $34,191 -5% |
| 2010 | -- | $36,004 -6.1% |
| 2009 | -- | $38,335 +1.5% |
| 2008 | -- | $37,768 +3.1% |
| 2007 | -- | $36,626 +25.4% |
| 2006 | -- | $29,217 |
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Neighborhood: 60115
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Founders Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.4 mi
- 3/10Huntley Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1 mi
- 3/10De Kalb High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.1 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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