$273,000
SOLD APR 28, 2025

117 Park Ave Dekalb, IL 60115

3 Beds
2 Baths
2,220 Sq Ft
7,405 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$123 Per Sq Ft

1% Above List Price

2 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Rooftop Deck
  • Victorian Architecture
  • Corner Lot
  • Wood Flooring
  • Loft
  • Home Office

About This Home

As of April 2025

Charming Victorian Gem! Step into timeless elegance with this stunning Victorian home, featuring exquisite original woodwork, gleaming hardwood floors, elegant pocket doors, an intricate coffered ceiling, and a breathtaking fireplace. The first floor boasts a welcoming living room, a cozy sitting room, and a formal dining area-perfect for entertaining. The beautifully remodeled kitchen shines with brand-new stainless steel appliances, fresh paint, and new flooring. Completing the main level is a fully updated bathroom for added convenience. Upstairs, you'll find three spacious bedrooms, each with generous walk-in closets. Off the main bathroom includes a laundry hookup, and the walk-up attic is ready to be finished, offering endless possibilities. Additional highlights include a whole-house fan, updated copper piping, all-new electrical, an upgraded water heater with instant hot water, a newer furnace, and a brand-new roof. The basement workshop, dual staircase, and inviting front porch add even more character. Outside, the fenced backyard leads to a two-car detached garage. Nestled in the heart of DeKalb and just a short walk to NIU, this home is a must-see to truly appreciate its timeless beauty!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Melissa Mobile

Hometown Realty Group License #471019198 Listed on: 03/26/2025

Last Buyer's Agent

Zachary Ottum

Weichert REALTORS Signature Professionals License #475184666

Weichert REALTORS Signature Professionals

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $6,137

Year Built

  • Built in 1899

Lot Details

  • 7,405 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 60x124
  • Wood Fence
  • Corner Lot

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage
  • Driveway

Home Design

  • Victorian Architecture
  • Asphalt Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 2,220 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Home Office
  • Loft
  • Workshop
  • Utility Room with Study Area
  • Wood Flooring
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 Potential Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Rooftop Deck
  • Patio

Schools

  • De Kalb High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • 100 Amp Service
  • Water Softener is Owned
  • Cable TV Available

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$6,137

Year Built

Built in 1899

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • ArchitecturalStyle: Victorian
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: 2 Stories
  • Year Built: 1899
  • Age: 100+ Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: None
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): No
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Humidifier
  • Basement: Unfinished, Full
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • LivingArea: 2220
  • Other Equipment: Water-Softener Owned, TV-Cable, Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Room Type: Workshop, Loft, Office
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Fireplace Location: Other
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Attic: Full,Interior Stair
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • ResoLivingAreaSource: Assessor

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Cedar
  • ExteriorFeatures: Roof Deck
  • Fencing: Fenced, Wood
  • List Price: 269900
  • Lot Features: Corner Lot
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Patio
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Waterfront: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Concrete, Garage Door Opener, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
  • ParkingTotal: 2

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Wall Unit(s)
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Community Features: Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights
  • Master Association Fee: No
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: None

Schools

  • High School: De Kalb High School
  • Middle/Junior School District: 428

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.17
  • Lot Dimensions: 60X124
  • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Special Assessments: N

Rental Info

  • Board Number: 19

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 6137.37
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Tax Exemptions: None

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 26, 2025
Closed on
Apr 23, 2025
Sold by
Boedewig Benjamin
Bought by
Fagan Kevin M and Fagan Jessica L
Seller's Agent
Melissa Mobile
Hometown Realty Group
Buyer's Agent
Zachary Ottum
Weichert REALTORS Signature Professionals
List Price
$269,900
Sold Price
$273,000
Premium/Discount to List
$3,100
1.15%
Views
35
Current Estimated Value
$273,979

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$979
Avg. Annual Appreciation
0.92%
Original Mortgage
$218,400
Outstanding Balance
$217,676
Interest Rate
6.99%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$56,303

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 18, 2011
Sold by
Dillard Jennifer Ann
Bought by
Boedewig Benjamin

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 30, 2007
Sold by
Lupie Stephen D
Bought by
Boedewig Benjamin A and Boedewig Jennifer A

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$180,000
Interest Rate
6.25%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $273,000 None Listed On Document
Quit Claim Deed -- --
Warranty Deed $224,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $218,400 New Conventional
Previous Owner $180,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $15,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $180,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $10,000 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
04/28/2025 04/28/25 Sold $273,000 +1.1% $123 / Sq Ft
03/29/2025 03/29/25 Pending -- -- --
03/26/2025 03/26/25 For Sale $269,900 -- $122 / Sq Ft
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2024 $6,137 $74,778 $9,804 $64,974
2023 $6,137 $65,200 $8,548 $56,652
2022 $6,016 $59,527 $9,755 $49,772
2021 $6,178 $55,831 $9,149 $46,682
2020 $6,318 $54,941 $9,003 $45,938
2019 $6,194 $52,782 $8,649 $44,133
2018 $6,048 $50,992 $8,356 $42,636
2017 $5,358 $49,016 $8,032 $40,984
2016 $5,279 $47,778 $7,829 $39,949
2015 -- $45,270 $7,418 $37,852
2014 -- $44,512 $10,733 $33,779
2013 -- $46,756 $11,274 $35,482
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 12311816

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 08-22-277-018