Seller's Agent in 2025
Alison Rosenow
American Realty Illinois LLC
(815) 762-5226
34 in this area
152 Total Sales
1208 Gifford St Dekalb, IL 60115
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,620
Sq Ft
9,583
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Cape Cod Architecture
- Recreation Room
- Lower Floor Utility Room
- Mature Trees
- Wood Flooring
- Enclosed Patio or Porch
About This Home
As of August 2025This thoughtfully designed 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offers space, character, and solid craftsmanship throughout. The main level features a spacious, custom kitchen with hardwood floors, eat-in table space, and a built-in desk. Enjoy cozy evenings in the great room with a dual-sided wood-burning fireplace, hardwood floors, beamed ceiling, built-in shelves, and warm wood paneling accents. The primary suite includes a private bath, with two additional guest bedrooms also located on the main floor. A light-filled three-season room overlooks the backyard, perfect for relaxing or entertaining. The living/dining room showcases large windows, built-in shelving, carpeted floors, and shares the dual-sided fireplace.The finished basement adds even more living space, offering a bonus room, a large great room with built-in bar, and a generously sized laundry area with utility sink and laundry chute. Home sold AS-IS. Please note, No FHA or VA financing.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
American Realty Illinois LLC License #471001608 Listed on: 07/14/2025
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $5,657
Year Built
- Built in 1967
Lot Details
- 9,583 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 80x120
- Partially Fenced Property
- Mature Trees
Parking
- 2 Car Garage
- Driveway
- Parking Included in Price
Home Design
- Cape Cod Architecture
Interior Spaces
- 1,620 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Built-In Features
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Family Room with Fireplace
- Combination Dining and Living Room
- Recreation Room
- Bonus Room
- Lower Floor Utility Room
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
Kitchen
- Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- 3 Potential Bedrooms
- Bathroom on Main Level
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Laundry Chute
Outdoor Features
- Enclosed Patio or Porch
Utilities
- Central Air
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jul 14, 2025
Closed on
Aug 8, 2025
Sold by
Eckstrom Louanne
Bought by
Garcia Martin
Seller's Agent
Alison Rosenow
American Realty Illinois LLC
Buyer's Agent
Rachael Alvarez
Willow Real Estate, Inc
List Price
$249,000
Sold Price
$256,000
Premium/Discount to List
$7,000
2.81%
Views
122
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.27%
Original Mortgage
$243,200
Outstanding Balance
$242,980
Interest Rate
6.5%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$14,113
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Executors Deed | $256,000 | American Title Guaranty |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $243,200 | New Conventional |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/18/2025 08/18/25 | Sold | $256,000 | +2.8% | $158 / Sq Ft |
| 07/18/2025 07/18/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 07/14/2025 07/14/25 | For Sale | $249,000 | -- | $154 / Sq Ft |
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $3,011 | $71,003 | $11,412 | $59,591 |
| 2023 | $3,011 | $61,908 | $9,950 | $51,958 |
| 2022 | $3,232 | $56,521 | $11,355 | $45,166 |
| 2021 | $3,540 | $53,012 | $10,650 | $42,362 |
| 2020 | $3,678 | $52,167 | $10,480 | $41,687 |
| 2019 | $3,753 | $50,117 | $10,068 | $40,049 |
| 2018 | $3,794 | $48,418 | $9,727 | $38,691 |
| 2017 | $3,984 | $46,542 | $9,350 | $37,192 |
| 2016 | $4,042 | $45,367 | $9,114 | $36,253 |
| 2015 | -- | $42,986 | $8,636 | $34,350 |
| 2014 | -- | $48,828 | $12,495 | $36,333 |
| 2013 | -- | $51,290 | $13,125 | $38,165 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Alison Rosenow
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Rachael Alvarez
R
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Rachael Alvarez
Willow Real Estate, Inc
(815) 739-5165
18 in this area
35 Total Sales
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12419546
APN: 08-27-259-008
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