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    905 S 5th St, Dekalb, IL 60115

    2beds
    677sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1949
    8,450 Square Feet Lot
    $150,200 Zestimate®
    $218/sqft
    $1,553 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $150,200

    $143,000 - $158,000

    $1,553/mo

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    What's special

    Tour this (2) Bedroom, (1) Full Bath home beautifully updated in the heart of DeKalb! This move-in ready property blends recent improvements with flexible living and investment potential. The home features all new paint / window treatments / lighting throughout, new countertops, lots of windows and natural light, and on-site laundry. The exterior features vinyl siding, newer roof, a large private lot to update with your personal hobbies and home additions, new maintenance-free composite deck to relax and entertain, and recent tree trimming and landscaping improvements. Whether you're looking for a move-in ready primary residence or a turnkey investment opportunity with strong cash-flow; this home offers versatility, value, and immediate use. The home is conveniently located near local amenities, shopping, schools (walking distance to Founders Elementary), parks, near Northern Illinois University, and easy highway access. This property is Realtor owned, and available to tour today!

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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Samantha Fisher 312-718-2459,

    Realty Executives Premier Illinois

    Bought with:

    Matthew Lysien

    Suburban Life Realty, Ltd

    Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12636638MLS Logo

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 2
    • Bathrooms: 1
    • Full bathrooms: 1
    Rooms
    • Room types: No additional rooms
    Primary bedroom
    • Features: Flooring (Wood Laminate)
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 120 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 10X12
    Bedroom 2
    • Features: Flooring (Wood Laminate)
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 120 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 10X12
    Dining room
    • Features: Flooring (Linoleum)
    • Level: Main
    • Dimensions: COMBO
    Kitchen
    • Features: Flooring (Linoleum)
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 198 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 9X22
    Living room
    • Features: Flooring (Wood Laminate)
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 182 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 14X13
    Heating
    • Forced Air
    Cooling
    • None
    Appliances
    • Laundry: Gas Dryer Hookup, In Unit, In Kitchen
    Features
    • Basement: Crawl Space
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 677
    • Total interior livable area: 677 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 1
    • Parking features: Gravel, Yes
    Accessibility
    • Accessibility features: No Disability Access
    Features
    • Stories: 1
    Lot
    • Size: 8,450 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 50 x 169
    Details
    • Parcel number: 0826104009
    • Special conditions: None

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Vinyl Siding
    • Roof: Asphalt
    Condition
    • New construction: No
    • Year built: 1949

    Utilities & green energy

    • Electric: 100 Amp Service
    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Public

    Community & HOA

    HOA
    • Services included: None
    Location
    • Region: Dekalb

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $218/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $36,861
    • Annual tax amount: $2,911
    • Date on market: 5/15/2026
    • Listing terms: Cash
    • Ownership: Fee Simple

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    9/1/2026Listing removed$1,600$2/sqft
    Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem
    6/11/2026Price change$1,600-5.9%$2/sqft
    Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem
    5/29/2026Sold$147,500+9.3%$218/sqft
    Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12636638 Report a problem
    5/29/2026Listed for rent$1,700+142.9%$3/sqft
    Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem
    5/21/2026Pending sale$134,999$199/sqft
    Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12636638 Report a problem
    5/20/2026Listing removed$134,999$199/sqft
    Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12636638 Report a problem
    5/19/2026Pending sale$134,999$199/sqft
    Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12636638 Report a problem
    5/15/2026Listed for sale$134,999+136.8%$199/sqft
    Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12636638 Report a problem
    2/17/2017Sold$57,000-12.2%$84/sqft
    Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #09364841 Report a problem
    11/21/2016Pending sale$64,900$96/sqft
    Source: Coldwell Banker Honig-Bell #09364841 Report a problem
    11/10/2016Price change$64,900-6.6%$96/sqft
    Source: Coldwell Banker Honig-Bell #09364841 Report a problem
    10/14/2016Listed for sale$69,500$103/sqft
    Source: Coldwell Banker Honig-Bell #09364841 Report a problem
    1/27/2016Listing removed$69,500$103/sqft
    Source: Coldwell Banker Honig-Bell #09062180 Report a problem
    10/14/2015Listed for sale$69,500-17.2%$103/sqft
    Source: Coldwell Banker Honig-Bell #09062180 Report a problem
    8/30/2011Listing removed$83,900$124/sqft
    Source: Honig Realty, Inc. (dba. Coldwell Banker Honig-Bell) #07711340 Report a problem
    8/13/2011Listing removed$700$1/sqft
    Source: Honig Realty, Inc. (dba. Coldwell Banker Honig-Bell) #07875380 Report a problem
    8/10/2011Listed for rent$700$1/sqft
    Source: Honig Realty, Inc. (dba. Coldwell Banker Honig-Bell) #07875380 Report a problem
    4/10/2011Price change$83,900-6.3%$124/sqft
    Source: Honig Realty, Inc. (dba. Coldwell Banker Honig-Bell) #07711340 Report a problem
    1/17/2011Listed for sale$89,500-16.7%$132/sqft
    Source: Honig Realty, Inc. (dba. Coldwell Banker Honig-Bell) #07711340 Report a problem
    6/5/2006Sold$107,500$159/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$2,912 +8.6%$36,861 +9.5%
    2024$2,682 -2.9%$33,660 +14.7%
    2023$2,763 +2%$29,349 +9.5%
    2022$2,708 -2.6%$26,796 +6.6%
    2021$2,781 -2.2%$25,132 +1.6%
    2020$2,844 +2%$24,732 +4.1%
    2019$2,788 +2.4%$23,760 +3.5%
    2018$2,722 -0.9%$22,954 +4%
    2017$2,748 +1.1%$22,065 +2.6%
    2016$2,718 $21,508 +5.5%
    2015-- $20,379 -1.3%
    2014-- $20,641 -4.8%
    2013-- $21,682 -8.9%
    2012-- $23,808 -9%
    2011-- $26,154 -4.9%
    2010-- $27,496 -6.1%
    2009-- $29,276 +1.5%
    2008-- $28,843 +3.1%
    2007-- $27,971 +28.8%
    2006-- $21,715
    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: 60115

    Nearby schools

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    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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