536 N 7th Street, Dekalb, IL 60115

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536 N 7th Street,Dekalb, IL 60115
$159,900
  • 5 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,838 sq. ft.
  • Single family
  • Active
Listed by: elissa jarke, dennis maakestad
Office: century 21 circle
MLS#:12670573
Source:MLSNI

Price summary

  • Price:$159,900
  • Price per sq. ft.:$87

About this home

Welcome to 536 N 7th St in DeKalb, IL! This spacious 5-bedroom, 2-bath home offers plenty of room and outstanding value for buyers looking to build equity while enjoying major updates already completed. Priced to reflect cosmetic updates needed. With two bedrooms and a full bath on the main floor, this flexible layout provides options for a variety of living arrangements. The home features a new furnace (2026), updated electrical panel (2026), and a roof that is less than 10 years old and was a complete tear-off when replaced, giving peace of mind on several of the home's biggest expenses. The generous floor plan includes a total of five bedrooms, two full bathrooms, and plenty of space to spread out. Conveniently located near downtown DeKalb, Northern Illinois University, shopping, dining, parks, and local amenities, this property offers easy access to everything the area has to offer. A public bus stop is located in front of the home, providing additional transportation convenience....

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Home facts

  • Year built:1895
  • Listing ID #:12670573
  • Updated:June 08, 2026 at 09:28 PM

Rooms and interior

  • Bedrooms:5
  • Total bathrooms:2
  • Full bathrooms:2
  • Rooms Total:8
  • Dining Description:Separate Dining Room
  • Basement Description:Partial, Unfinished
  • Living area:1,838 sq. ft.

Heating and cooling

  • Heating:Forced Air, Natural Gas

Structure and exterior

  • Roof:Asphalt
  • Year built:1895
  • Building area:1,838 sq. ft.
  • Lot area:0.14 Acres
  • Lot Features:Mature Trees
  • Levels:2 Story

Utilities

  • Water:Public
  • Sewer:Public Sewer

Finances and disclosures

  • Price:$159,900
  • Price per sq. ft.:$87
  • Tax amount:$4,278 (2025)

Features and amenities

  • Amenities:CO Detectors, Ceiling Fan(s)

Parking

  • Total parking spaces:4
  • Parking description:Driveway, Gravel
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