New

$149,900

738 S 1st St, Dekalb, IL 60115

3beds

1,670sqft

$1,119/mo

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Single Family Residence

Built in 1849

8,195 Square Feet Lot

$-- Zestimate^®

$90/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Step into a home filled with character, space, and opportunity in an established DeKalb setting. This 3-bedroom, 1-bath home offers a versatile two-story layout with comfortable living and dining areas along with additional flexible spaces that can adapt to a variety of needs. A full unfinished basement provides valuable storage and future possibilities, while the spacious yard offers room to enjoy the outdoors. Conveniently located near local shopping, dining, schools, and other community amenities, this property is a great opportunity to bring your ideas and make the space your own.

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 1
Full bathrooms: 1

Rooms

Room types: Den, Foyer, Other Room

Primary bedroom

Features: Flooring (Carpet)
Level: Second
Area: 120 Square Feet
Dimensions: 12X10

Bedroom 2

Features: Flooring (Carpet)
Level: Second
Area: 110 Square Feet
Dimensions: 11X10

Bedroom 3

Features: Flooring (Carpet)
Level: Second
Area: 100 Square Feet
Dimensions: 10X10

Den

Features: Flooring (Vinyl)
Level: Main
Area: 108 Square Feet
Dimensions: 12X9

Dining room

Features: Flooring (Vinyl)
Level: Main
Area: 80 Square Feet
Dimensions: 10X8

Foyer

Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
Level: Main
Area: 135 Square Feet
Dimensions: 15X9

Kitchen

Features: Flooring (Vinyl)
Level: Main
Area: 130 Square Feet
Dimensions: 13X10

Laundry

Features: Flooring (Other)
Level: Basement
Area: 32 Square Feet
Dimensions: 8X4

Living room

Features: Flooring (Vinyl)
Level: Main
Area: 154 Square Feet
Dimensions: 14X11

Other

Features: Flooring (Other)
Level: Main
Area: 52 Square Feet
Dimensions: 13X4

Heating

Natural Gas

Cooling

Central Air

Appliances

Included: Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Electric Oven, Gas Water Heater

Features

Basement: Unfinished,Full

Interior area

Total structure area: 0
Total interior livable area: 1,670 sqft

Property

Parking

Total spaces: 2
Parking features: Yes

Accessibility

Accessibility features: No Disability Access

Features

Stories: 2

Lot

Size: 8,195 Square Feet

Details

Parcel number: 0822477015
Special conditions: None

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Property subtype: Single Family Residence

Materials

Vinyl Siding

Condition

New construction: No
Year built: 1849

Utilities & green energy

Electric: Circuit Breakers
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public

Community & HOA

HOA

Services included: None

Location

Region: Dekalb

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $90/sqft
Tax assessed value: $157,041
Annual tax amount: $4,528
Date on market: 8/22/2026
Ownership: Fee Simple

Estimated market value

Not available

Estimated sales range

Not available

Price history

Date	Event	Price
8/22/2026	Listed for sale	$149,900+66.6%$90/sqft
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12738344 Report a problem
2/27/2002	Sold	$90,000$54/sqft
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2024	$4,170 -2.9%	$52,347 +14.7%
2023	$4,296 +2%	$45,642 +9.5%
2022	$4,211 -2.6%	$41,671 +6.6%
2021	$4,325 -2.2%	$39,084 +1.6%
2020	$4,423 +2%	$38,461 +4.1%
2019	$4,336 +2.4%	$36,950 +3.5%
2018	$4,234 -0.9%	$35,697 +4%
2017	$4,274 +1.1%	$34,314 +2.6%
2016	$4,227	$33,448 +5.5%
2015	--	$31,692 -9.3%
2014	--	$34,929 -4.8%
2013	--	$36,690 -8.9%
2012	--	$40,288 -9%
2011	--	$44,258 -5.3%
2010	--	$46,731 -6.1%
2009	--	$49,756 +1.5%
2008	--	$49,021 +3.1%
2007	--	$47,538 +28.8%
2006	--	$36,905

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Principal & interest
$1,547
Mortgage insurance
$0
Property taxes
$170
Home insurance
$105
HOA fees
$0
Utilities
Not included

All calculations are estimates and provided by Zillow, Inc. for informational purposes only. Actual amounts may vary.

HOA fees may include property taxes on listings classified as Co-Ops. Contact the listing agent and/or owner for fee details.

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Climate risks

Neighborhood: 60115

Getting around

57 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

37 / 100

Some Transit

77 / 100

Very Bikeable

Nearby schools

GreatSchools rating

3/10
Founders Elementary School
Grades: K-5Distance: 0.4 mi
3/10
Huntley Middle School
Grades: 6-8Distance: 0.9 mi
3/10
De Kalb High School
Grades: 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.