844 S 1st Street
Dekalb, IL, 60115 $ 215,000
Bedrooms3 Baths2.1 Sq 1,785 Monthly Estimate*
$ 1,341
for $215,000 with 3 bedrooms and 2 full baths, 1 half bath. This 1,785 square foot home was built in 1886 on a lot size of 0.17.
This charming 3-bedroom, 2-bath farmhouse-style home offers endless potential and more space than meets the eye. Situated on a corner lot within walking distance to downtown DeKalb, schools, and shopping, the property features a heated enclosed front porch that could make a perfect sitting or reading room. The adjoining living room is filled with natural sunlight, creating a welcoming space for entertaining, while the formal dining room, with large windows and a spacious closet, sets the stage for everyday meals and holiday gatherings. Both the dining and living rooms have been freshly painted and feature drywall walls, with hardwood floors beneath the carpet. The large kitchen provides abundant cabinetry and countertop space, along with room for a table or island, making it ideal for those who love to cook. A first-floor laundry combined with a half bath is conveniently located next to the kitchen, and a side entrance with a mudroom offers practical storage for coats and shoes. Upstairs, three generously sized bedrooms all feature hardwood floors and ample closet space, including a primary suite with a walkin closet. The walls throughout this level have been freshly drywalled and painted, and a full bath plus attic access complete the second level. The basement includes a rec room awaiting your finishing touches, a concrete floor poured in the 70s (a flood occurred in the 70s, but no water since), and a back half perfect for storage, along with a full, updated bathroom. Mechanical updates include furnace (2021); most windows were replaced. Outside, the corner lot offers plenty of room to fence for pets or play, and the detached two-car garage, less than 15 years old, is a great bonus. Close to schools, shopping, medical facilities, and interstate access, this home is ready for your imagination to transform it into your forever home.
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FeaturesGeneralLiving Area 1785
Sewer Public Sewer
Heating Natural Gas
Cooling Central Air
Possession Closing Immediate
Roof Asphalt
Appliances Range Refrigerator Washer Dryer Electric Cooktop
Garage Spaces 2
Association Fee Includes None
Architectural Style Farmhouse
Construction Materials Aluminum Siding Vinyl Siding Cedar
Year Built 1886
Electric Circuit Breakers 100 Amp Service
Township DeKalb
Tax Year 2024
Ownership Fee Simple
Community Features Park Curbs Sidewalks Street Lights Street Paved
Assoc Fee Paid Per Not Applicable
County DeKalb
New Construction N
Property Type Residential Detached Single
Total Rooms 8
Full Baths 2
Status Active
Directions Route 38 (Lincoln Hwy) to South First Street to home (located at the corner of Taylor and South First Street)
High School De Kalb High School
City DeKalb
High School District 428
MLS Area De Kalb
Tax Annual Amount 1833
Standard Status Active
Middle/Junior School District 428
Elementary School District 428
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InteriorInterior Amenities Walk-In Closet(s)
Basement Unfinished Full
Flooring Hardwood
Total Fireplaces 0
Half Baths 1
Laundry Features Main Level Gas Dryer Hookup
Total Bedrooms 3
Room Type Recreation Room Storage Enclosed Porch Heated Mud Room Other Room
Total Baths 3
Bedrooms Possible 3
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ExteriorParking Features Concrete Garage Door Opener Yes Garage Owned Detached Driveway Owned Garage
Lot Features Irregular Lot
Water Source Public
Total Parking 4
Foundation Details Block Brick/Mortar
Lot Dimensions 54.70x23.59x180x7x180
Lot Size Acres 0.17
Waterfront Y/N N
Other Equipment CO Detectors Water Heater-Gas
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* Excluded FeaturesList ByColdwell Banker Real Estate GroupBroker
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Affordability Calculator
- Monthly Principal & Interest
- $1,341
- Monthly Property Taxes
- $153
- Monthly Home Insurance
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Default based on a 30-year fixed rate of 6.375% with 20% down. The estimated payment is offered for convenience and is not an offer of credit. Due to market fluctuations, interest rates are subject to change at any time and without notice. Your individual rate may vary. Rates may differ for FHA, VA or jumbo loans.
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Average List Price $293,928
Percent of Sale Price 37%
About Dekalb, IL 41,963 Population
9% Since 2002
$ 42,097 Median Income
24.69 Median Age
27% Households with Children
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564528 Elementary School
567957 Middle School
De Kalb High School High School
Pricing History| Date | Price | Price Change | Description |
|---|
| 12/10/2025 | $215,000 | | Listed Price |