$183,000

231 River Dr Dekalb, IL 60115

Estimated payment $1,486/month

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,547 Sq Ft
$118 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Deck
  • Skylights
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Ranch Style House
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

About This Home

This ranch 3 bedroom 2 bath home offers far more space than you'd expect, featuring a substantial addition that expands the home with a spacious family room, additional bedroom, second full bath, and convenient first-floor laundry. Bring your vision and ideas-this property is in need of updates and improvements but offers incredible potential for the buyer ready to make it their own. Hardwood flooring runs through the living room, dining area, and family room. The inviting family room showcases a beautiful stacked-stone gas fireplace, skylight, ceiling fan, and patio doors leading to the backyard deck. The oversized primary bedroom was once 2 separate bedrooms and features two closets and access from either hallway for added convenience, or the possibility of adding an additional bedroom if needed. The basement is ready for your finishing ideas and extra living space possibilities. Crawl space located beneath the addition. Outside, enjoy a carport, metal storage shed, and a spacious deck ideal for relaxing or entertaining. This home offers space and endless potential in a sought-after neighborhood. Bring your ideas and unlock everything this property has to offer! Sold AS IS. This property may qualify for Seller Financing. Property was built prior to 1978, Lead Based Paint may potentially exist. Some photos have been virtually staged or enhanced to illustrate the property's potential.

Listing Agent

Amy Smith-Heine

Re/Max Classic License #471000511 Listed on: 05/23/2026

Re/Max Classic

Co-Listing Agent

Tammy Engel

Re/Max Classic License #471001769

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $5,953

Year Built

  • Built in 1959

Parking

  • Carport

Home Design

  • House
  • Ranch Style House
  • Shingle Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,547 Sq Ft Home
  • Skylights
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Partial Basement
  • Laundry on main level

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Schools

  • Lincoln Elementary School
  • Huntleymid Middle School
  • Dekalb High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Gas Water Heater

Additional Features

  • Deck
  • 7,405 Sq Ft Lot

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$5,953

Year Built

Built in 1959

Lot Details

7,405 Sq Ft Lot

Listing Details

  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Road Frontage: City/Town
  • Type: City/Town
  • Electric: Circuit Breaker
  • Class: HOUSE
  • General Features: Deck, Laundry 1st Floor, Main Floor Primary, Skylight(s)
  • Legal Description: LOT 8 - BLK 19 - TILTON PARK SUB - 3RD ADDITION
  • Lot Acreage: 0.17
  • Lvt Date: 05/23/2026
  • Number of Main Level Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Style: Ranch
  • Type: House
  • Agent Only_ L A1 User Code: 110140
  • Egress: No
  • Elementary School: Lincoln Elementary
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 1547
  • Garage Type Driveway: Carport
  • Hold Earnest Money Y N: No
  • Pertinent Facts: This ranch 3 bedroom 2 bath home offers far more space than you'd expect, featuring a substantial addition that expands the home with a spacious family room, additional bedroom, second full bath, and convenient first-floor laundry. Bring your vision and ideas-this property is in need of updates and improvements but offers incredible potential for the buyer ready to make it their own. Hardwood flooring runs through the living room, dining area, and family room. The inviting family room showcases a beautiful stacked-stone gas fireplace, skylight, ceiling fan, and patio doors leading to the backyard deck. The oversized primary bedroom was once 2 separate bedrooms and features two closets and access from either hallway for added convenience, or the possibility of adding an additional bedroom if needed. The basement is ready for your finishing ideas and extra living space possibilities. Crawl space located beneath the addition. Outside, enjoy a carport, metal storage shed, and a spacious deck ideal for relaxing or entertaining. This home offers space and endless potential in a sought-after neighborhood. Bring your ideas and unlock everything this property has to offer! Sold AS IS. This property may qualify for Seller Financing. Property was built prior to 1978, Lead Based Paint may potentially exist. Some photos have been virtually staged or enhanced to illustrate the property's potential.
  • Designated Managing Broker Y N: Yes
  • Estimated Above Grade Sq Ft: 1547
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Basement Type: Partial
  • Master Bedroom: Dimensions: 11x20, On Level: Main
  • Fireplace Type: Gas
  • Bedroom 2: Dimensions: 10x10, On Level: Main
  • Bedroom 3: Dimensions: 9x10, On Level: Main
  • Dining Room: Yes, On Level: Main, Dimensions: 8x10
  • Family Room: Yes, On Level: Main, Dimensions: 13x18
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Kitchen: Dimensions: 10x12, On Level: Main
  • Living Room: Yes, On Level: Main, Dimensions: 12x15
  • Recreation Room: No
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Basement: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Vinyl
  • Roof: Shingle

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Sewer: City/Community
  • Water: City/Community
  • Water Heater: Gas

Building Info

  • Year Built: 1959

Tax Info

  • Year: 2025
  • Taxes: 5953

MLS Schools

  • HighSchool: DeKalb
  • School District: DeKalb 428
  • Middle School: HuntleyMid

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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
2025 $4,607 $75,374 $9,659 $65,715
2024 $4,614 $68,828 $8,820 $60,008
2023 $4,614 $60,012 $7,690 $52,322
2022 $4,425 $54,791 $8,776 $46,015
2021 $5,687 $51,389 $8,231 $43,158
2020 $4,550 $50,570 $8,100 $42,470
2019 $4,410 $48,583 $7,782 $40,801
2018 $4,262 $46,935 $7,518 $39,417
2017 $4,250 $45,117 $7,227 $37,890
2016 $4,167 $43,978 $7,045 $36,933
2015 -- $41,669 $6,675 $34,994
2014 -- $40,887 $9,659 $31,228
2013 -- $42,949 $10,146 $32,803
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
05/23/2026 05/23/26 For Sale $183,000 +10.9% $118 / Sq Ft
10/12/2021 10/12/21 Sold $165,000 -2.9% $107 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
08/19/2021 08/19/21 Pending -- -- --
07/14/2021 07/14/21 For Sale $170,000 -- $110 / Sq Ft
Source: NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS®

Purchase History

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Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Sheriffs Deed $189,912 None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed $165,000 Attorney
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $170,940 VA
Source: Public Records

About the Listing Agent

Amy Smith-Heine

Re/Max Classic

(844) 526-3308

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With nearly two decades of experience in the real estate industry, Amy Smith-Heine is a trusted leader, dedicated advocate, and skilled negotiator for her clients across Northern Illinois. As a Managing Broker/Agent at RE/MAX Classic in Genoa, Amy has built her reputation on delivering exceptional service, honest guidance, and proven results in residential, commercial, investment, land, and rental transactions.

A lifelong Northern Illinois resident, Amy brings an in-depth understanding

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Source: NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 202602984

NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS®

APN: 08-14-127-008

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