Theresa Gustafson
Responds Quickly
Keller Williams Inspire
(630) 454-0979
56 Total Sales
1 in Dekalb
$285,000 Price
208 W Locust St Dekalb, IL 60115
DeKalb AreaEstimated Value: $233,000 - $278,598
4
Beds
2
Baths
2,320
Sq Ft
$106/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
- Wood Flooring
- Home Office
- Deck
- Victorian Architecture
- Formal Dining Room
About This Home
As of July 2025Rare opportunity to own in DeKalb's incredible "Elwood Historic District". A beautiful Victorian with major curb-appeal centrally located a block from Lincoln Highway. This 4 bedroom up, 2 bath home is located on wide, tree-lined Locust Street. Walk or bike easily to NIU campus and downtown shopping district. Grand tall ceilings, generous room shapes, 4 bedrooms upstairs plus a main floor room perfect as an Office or additional bedroom. Original hard wood floors throughout along with original woodwork, hutch and stairs. Remodeled Kitchen is open to a large seating area with easy access to a spacious deck and charming, fenced-in backyard. This is a great place for entertaining! This historic home would serve easily as a main residence or as an investment rental. Newer furnace (2021). A large part of sewer line recently replaced (2021). New solar panels lower utility costs! Garage is shared with neighbor for a one car stall plus exterior shed. A rare Victorian which shines with plenty of natural light in a wonderful location!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Brokerocity Inc License #475161663 Listed on: 04/27/2025
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Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $5,828
Year Built
- Built in 1893
Lot Details
- 7,597 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 49x155
Parking
- 1 Car Detached Garage
- Driveway
- Parking Included in Price
Home Design
- Victorian Architecture
- Frame Construction
- Asphalt Roof
- Log Siding
Interior Spaces
- 2,320 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Fireplace in Hearth Room
- Family Room with Fireplace
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Dining Room with Fireplace
- Formal Dining Room
- Home Office
Kitchen
- Range
- Fireplace in Kitchen
Flooring
- Wood
- Vinyl
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- 4 Potential Bedrooms
- Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
- Bathroom on Main Level
- 2 Full Bathrooms
- Soaking Tub
- Separate Shower
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Gas Dryer Hookup
Partially Finished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Fireplace in Basement
Outdoor Features
- Deck
- Shed
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Water Softener is Owned
Community Details
- Laundry Facilities
Listing and Financial Details
- Homeowner Tax Exemptions
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jun 16, 2022
Closed on
Jul 15, 2022
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Karen Biazar
North Clybourn Group, Inc.
Buyer's Agent
Michael Davis
Hometown Realty Group
List Price
$199,900
Sold Price
$200,000
Premium/Discount to List
$100
0.05%
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$45,650
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.17%
Original Mortgage
$190,000
Outstanding Balance
$182,320
Interest Rate
5.99%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$63,330
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 9, 2007
Sold by
Bought by
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$179,000
Interest Rate
6.21%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 14, 2007
Sold by
Bought by
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$179,000
Interest Rate
6.21%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Agents Specializing in Dekalb, IL
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Theresa Gustafson
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Kimberly Zahand
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Lisa Wolf
Lisa Wolf
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Haydee Rosas
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$165K - $360K Price Range
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Kasey Zeimet
Kasey Zeimet
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(708) 905-9846
99 Total Sales
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$105K - $349K Price Range
Purchase History
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| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| $200,000 | Chicago Title | ||
| $193,000 | -- | ||
| $199,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $190,000 | ||
| Previous Owner | $179,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/31/2025 07/31/25 | Sold | $220,000 | -4.3% | $95 / Sq Ft | |
| 06/23/2025 06/23/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 06/18/2025 06/18/25 | Price Changed | $230,000 | -8.0% | $99 / Sq Ft | |
| 04/27/2025 04/27/25 | For Sale | $250,000 | +25.0% | $108 / Sq Ft | |
| 07/22/2022 07/22/22 | Sold | $200,000 | +0.1% | $86 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 06/22/2022 06/22/22 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 06/16/2022 06/16/22 | For Sale | $199,900 | -- | $86 / Sq Ft |
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
Tax History
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| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5,657 | $77,765 | $8,768 | $68,997 |
| 2024 | $5,828 | $71,012 | $8,007 | $63,005 |
| 2023 | $5,106 | $61,916 | $6,981 | $54,935 |
| 2022 | $5,106 | $56,529 | $7,967 | $48,562 |
| 2021 | $5,203 | $53,019 | $7,472 | $45,547 |
| 2020 | $5,310 | $52,174 | $7,353 | $44,821 |
| 2019 | $5,178 | $50,124 | $7,064 | $43,060 |
| 2018 | $5,032 | $48,424 | $6,824 | $41,600 |
| 2017 | $5,051 | $46,548 | $6,560 | $39,988 |
| 2016 | $4,975 | $45,372 | $6,394 | $38,978 |
| 2015 | -- | $42,990 | $6,058 | $36,932 |
| 2014 | -- | $43,543 | $8,765 | $34,778 |
| 2013 | -- | $45,738 | $9,207 | $36,531 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Rebecca Sampson
Seller's Agent in 2025
Rebecca Sampson
Brokerocity Inc
(847) 354-8384
54 Total Sales
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Jenna Harrolle
J
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Jenna Harrolle
Hometown Realty Group
(815) 931-3034
83 Total Sales
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Karen Biazar
Seller's Agent in 2022
Karen Biazar
North Clybourn Group, Inc.
(773) 610-8877
882 Total Sales
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M
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2022
MAUREEN SULLIVAN
Century 21 Circle
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Michael Davis
Buyer's Agent in 2022
Michael Davis
Hometown Realty Group
(847) 414-7930
22 Total Sales
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12349281
APN: 08-22-278-009
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