Welcome to the George P. Wild House, a stately Italianate-style Victorian built in 1869 for Sycamore dry goods merchant George P. Wild. Designed by a Chicago architect, this iconic, historically NAMED property is full of original character and rich history. Set on approximately 0.7 acres, the estate offers over 4,500 square feet of living space, featuring 12-foot ceilings, 5 fireplaces, 6 bedrooms, 2 1/2 baths, a formal dining room, den, 3 living rooms, and a spacious foyer. The laundry room is located on the second floor, and both front and back open porches provide excellent outdoor space. The kitchen will require a full remodel, but the generous layout and square footage offer outstanding potential for customization. Original hardwood floors run throughout much of the home. A full 2,269 square foot unfinished basement and a large walk up unfinished attic also approximately 2,269 square feet provide even more usable space and flexibility. This is an estate sale. Sold AS IS / WHERE IS. All furniture and contents of house & garage stay. Information on mechanicals is limited. The home will need work to bring it back to life. So much potential. This is truly a must-see property! And one more thing...the property is located along the Sycamore Pumpkin Festival Parade route for convenient viewing each October!!!
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$330,000
450 Somonauk St, Sycamore, IL 60178
6beds
4,538sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1869
0.73 Acres Lot
$345,200 Zestimate®
$73/sqft
$3,109 Estimated rent
Home value
$345,200
$280,000 - $428,000
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Original characterItalianate-style victorianOriginal hardwood floorsFormal dining roomSpacious foyerGenerous layout
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Listing updated:
Listing courtesy of:
Amy Ivy 630-440-8481,
HomeSmart Connect LLC
Bought with:
Jason Holthusen
Real 1 Realty
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12387952
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Bathroom (Full)
- Level: Second
- Area: 225 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X15
Bedroom 2
- Level: Second
- Area: 225 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X15
Bedroom 3
- Level: Second
- Area: 165 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X15
Bedroom 4
- Level: Second
- Area: 160 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X16
Bedroom 5
- Level: Second
- Area: 72 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8X9
Bedroom 6
- Level: Second
- Area: 144 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8X18
Other
- Level: Attic
- Area: 1950 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 39X50
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 324 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X27
Family room
- Level: Main
- Area: 300 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20X15
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 256 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X16
Laundry
- Level: Second
- Area: 48 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8X6
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 285 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X19
Heating
- Other
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
- Laundry: Upper Level, In Unit
Features
- Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s), Historic/Period Mlwk
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Basement: Unfinished,Full
- Attic: Full,Interior Stair
- Number of fireplaces: 5
Interior area
- Total structure area: 6,807
- Total interior livable area: 4,538 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Driveway, On Site, Owned
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 2
Lot
- Size: 0.73 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 0632411009
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Victorian
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1869
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Sycamore
HOA & financial
HOA
- Services included: None
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/28/2025 | Sold | $330,000+10%$73/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12387952 Report a problem | ||
| 8/8/2025 | Contingent | $300,000$66/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12387952 Report a problem | ||
| 7/30/2025 | Listed for sale | $300,000$66/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12387952 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $7,678 -8.1% | $173,445 +9.5% |
| 2023 | $8,354 -4.5% | $158,383 +9% |
| 2022 | $8,752 -1.8% | $145,265 +6.5% |
| 2021 | $8,910 -25.3% | $136,374 +2.5% |
| 2020 | $11,922 +31.2% | $133,022 +2.2% |
| 2019 | $9,089 -1.6% | $130,107 +3.1% |
| 2018 | $9,235 -1.8% | $126,158 +4.1% |
| 2017 | $9,407 -2.6% | $121,166 +4.8% |
| 2016 | $9,654 | $115,638 +6.2% |
| 2015 | -- | $108,836 +5.3% |
| 2014 | -- | $103,348 -1.9% |
| 2013 | -- | $105,328 -5.8% |
| 2012 | -- | $111,825 -9.3% |
| 2011 | -- | $123,305 -5% |
| 2010 | -- | $129,849 -4.8% |
| 2009 | -- | $136,440 +3.9% |
| 2008 | -- | $131,369 +4.9% |
| 2007 | -- | $125,257 +7.7% |
| 2006 | -- | $116,291 |
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Neighborhood: 60178
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Southeast Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.3 mi
- 6/10Sycamore Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.2 mi
- 7/10Sycamore High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.9 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Southeast Elementary School
- Middle: Sycamore Middle School
- High: Sycamore High School
- District: 427
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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Estimated market value
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- Illinois
- DeKalb County
- Sycamore
- 60178
- 450 Somonauk St
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