847 S 1st Street, DeKalb, IL, 60115

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$250,000
16 Days On Site

847 S 1st Street
DeKalb, IL 60115

For Sale|Single Family Residence|Active
3
Beds
2
Total Baths
1
Full Bath
1
Partial Bath
1,856
SqFt
$135
/SqFt
1903
Built
County:
DeKalb
Listing Courtesy of MRED as distributed by MLS Grid of Elm Street REALTORS

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Charming Turn-of-the-Century Victorian in the Heart of Downtown DeKalb Step into timeless elegance with this beautifully maintained Victorian home, ideally located in the heart of charming downtown DeKalb. Rich in character and full of original details, this 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath residence offers the perfect blend of historic charm and modern convenience. You'll love the stunning original millwork, gleaming hardwood floors, and inviting enclosed front porch - perfect for morning coffee or evening relaxation. The spacious layout includes a bright living area, formal dining room, and an upstairs kitchenette ideal for guests, hobby space, or extended living. Unfinished walkup attic offers limitless possibilities for expansion. Additional highlights include a dry basement offering extra storage or potential living space, a fully fenced backyard with a patio for entertaining, and a generous 2.5-car garage. Located near parks, shopping, schools, dining, and entertainment, this home offers small-town charm with all the amenities you need close by. Don't miss your chance to own a piece of DeKalb history - schedule your private showing today!

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Listing Snapshot
Price 
$250,000
Days On Site 
16 Days
Bedrooms 
3
Inside Area (SqFt) 
1,856 sqft
Total Baths 
2
Full Baths 
1
Partial Baths 
1
Lot Size 
0.14 Acres
Year Built 
1903
MLS® Number 
12484441
Status 
Active
Property Tax 
$4,594.74
HOA/Condo/Coop Fees 
N/A
Sq Ft Source 
Assessor
Friends & Family
Recent Activity
2 days agoListing updated with changes from the MLS®
2 days agoPrice changed to $250,000
2 days agoStatus changed to Active
2 weeks agoListing first seen on site
General Features
Acres 
0.14
Foundation 
Concrete Perimeter
Garage 
Yes
Garage Spaces 
2.5
Parking 
ConcreteGarage Door OpenerHeated GarageOn SiteDetachedGarage
Parking Spaces 
2.5
Property Sub Type 
Single Family Residence
Sewer 
Public Sewer
Style 
Victorian
Water Source 
Public
Interior Features
Appliances 
Water Softener
Basement 
UnfinishedFull
Cooling 
Ceiling Fan(s)Central AirWindow Unit(s)
Electric 
Fuses
Heating 
Natural GasForced Air
Interior 
Entrance Foyer
Window Features 
Screens
Attic 
Dimensions - 32X31Level - Third
Bedroom 2 
Dimensions - 13X12Level - Second
Bedroom 3 
Dimensions - 11X12Level - Second
Bedroom 4 
Dining Room 
Dimensions - 15X9Level - Main
Enclosed Porch 
Dimensions - 10X25Level - Main
Family Room 
Dimensions - 15X11Level - Main
Foyer 
Dimensions - 10X10Level - Main
Kitchen 
Dimensions - 9X10Level - Main
Kitchen- 2nd 
Dimensions - 8X10Level - Second
Laundry 
Living Room 
Dimensions - 15X13Level - Main
Master Bedroom 
Dimensions - 13X15Level - Second
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Exterior Features
Construction Details 
Vinyl Siding
Exterior 
Other
Patio And Porch 
PorchPatioScreened
Roof 
Asphalt
Windows/Doors 
Screens
Community Features
Community Features 
CurbsSidewalksStreet Lights
MLS Area 
De Kalb
School District 
428
Township 
DeKalb
Schools
School District
428
Elementary School
Unknown
Middle School
Unknown
High School
Unknown
Listing Courtesy of MRED as distributed by MLS Grid of Elm Street REALTORS



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