308 S 8th Street
Dekalb, IL, 60115 $ 208,875
Bedrooms3 Baths2.0 Sq 1,730 Monthly Estimate*
$ 1,286
for $208,875 with 3 bedrooms and 2 full baths. This 1,730 square foot home was built in 1886 on a lot size of 0.2364.
Nicely updated 3+ bedroom, 2 bath home in a fantastic location close to the park, recreation center, and an easy walk to downtown. This spacious property offers multiple flex rooms-currently used as bedrooms-providing plenty of options for work, hobbies, or multigenerational living. The home features hardwood flooring throughout most of the main areas, a kitchen with 42" maple cabinets and stainless steel appliances, a convenient main-floor laundry, and a separate dining room that flows into the living room. With a full bathroom on each level, the layout works well for a work-from-home setup or households needing added flexibility. Outside, enjoy a detached 2car garage, storage shed, and a fenced backyard with no rear neighbors. The aboveground pool is a fun bonus, offering hours of warm-weather enjoyment. While the home could use a bit of TLC, it has great bones and the potential to truly shine. Notable updates include newer siding, roof shingles, and flat roof membrane, windows, updated electrical, completed sewer back half of yard piping restoration, and a radon mitigation system. Located near DeKalb's downtown district, schools, shopping, NIU, and interstate access, this home offers both convenience and opportunity. With generous space and solid improvements already in place, this is a great chance for buyers looking to build equity and make a home their own. Homeownership can happen!
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FeaturesGeneralLiving Area 1730
Sewer Public Sewer
Heating Natural Gas Forced Air
Cooling Wall Unit(s)
Possession Closing
Roof Asphalt
Appliances Range Dishwasher Refrigerator Washer Dryer Disposal
HOA Fee 0
Garage Spaces 2
Association Fee Includes None
Construction Materials Vinyl Siding
Year Built 1886
Electric Circuit Breakers
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 Lincoln Highway to Eigth St. go south.
City DeKalb
High School District 428
MLS Area De Kalb
Tax Annual Amount 4781
Standard Status Active
Middle/Junior School District 428
Elementary School District 428
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InteriorBasement Unfinished Crawl Space Full
Total Fireplaces 0
Half Baths 0
Laundry Features Gas Dryer Hookup
Total Bedrooms 3
Room Type Office
Total Baths 2
Bedrooms Possible 3
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ExteriorParking Features Concrete Garage Door Opener Yes Garage Owned Detached Garage
Water Source Public
Total Parking 2
Foundation Details Block Brick/Mortar
Lot Dimensions 66X156
Lot Size Acres 0.2364
Waterfront Y/N N
Other Equipment CO Detectors Ceiling Fan(s) Radon Mitigation System Water Heater-Gas
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* Excluded FeaturesList ByColdwell Banker Real Estate GroupBroker
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Affordability Calculator
- Monthly Principal & Interest
- $1,286
- Monthly Property Taxes
- $398
- Monthly Home Insurance
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Default based on a 30-year fixed rate of 6.25% 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 $297,155
Percent of Sale Price 42%
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
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Pricing History| Date | Price | Price Change | Description |
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| 3/19/2026 | $208,875 | | Listed Price |