RENTED MAY 1, 2026

254 Edward St Sycamore, IL 60178

Estimated Value: $208,701 - $289,000

2 Beds
1 Bath
1,400 Sq Ft
$172/Sq Ft Est. Value

Highlights

  • Wood Flooring
  • 1 Car Detached Garage
  • Resident Manager or Management On Site
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Living Room
  • Laundry Room

About This Home

As of May 2026

Charming 2BR Duplex in the Heart of Downtown Sycamore! Don't miss this adorable 1/2 duplex ideally located in the heart of downtown Sycamore-just blocks from the beloved Pumpkin Fest parade route. This inviting 2-bedroom, 1-bath home blends vintage charm with everyday convenience. Step inside to find beautiful original wood floors, graceful arched doorways, and a bathroom full of classic vintage character. The home also features a full storm cellar, perfect for extra storage, along with the convenience of an in-unit washer and dryer. Additional highlights include a detached 1-car garage and a cozy, welcoming layout that makes you feel right at home. This is a smoke-free unit. Tenant is responsible for all utilities. First and security due at lease signing.

Last Agent to Rent the Property

Megan martin

Elm Street REALTORS License #471022053 Listed on: 04/13/2026

Last Renter's Agent

Paige Gazzola

Wirtz Real Estate Group Inc. License #475218832

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Year Built

  • 1950

Lot Details

  • Lot Dimensions are 80x62

Parking

  • 1 Car Detached Garage
  • Parking Available
  • Driveway

Home Design

  • Half Duplex
  • Entry on the 1st floor
  • Asphalt Roof
  • Shake Siding
  • Cedar

Interior Spaces

  • 1,400 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Storage
  • Wood Flooring
  • Range

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Potential Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Basement Cellar

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • 100 Amp Service

Listing and Financial Details

  • Security Deposit $1,300
  • Property Available on 4/13/26
  • Rent includes exterior maintenance, lawn care

Community Details

Pet Policy

  • No Pets Allowed

Security

  • Resident Manager or Management On Site

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Year Built

1950

Lot Details

0 Sq Ft Lot

Parking

1

Rental Info

  • Available Date: 2026-04-13
  • Board Number: 19
  • Pets Allowed (Y/N): No
  • Rental Price: 1300
  • Security Deposit: 1300

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential Lease
  • Property Type: Residential Lease
  • Type Attached: 1/2 Duplex
  • EntryLevel: 1
  • Property Attached: Yes
  • Property Sub-Type: 1/2 Duplex
  • Age: 91-100 Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: School Bus Service,Non-Smoking Building,Non-Smoking Unit
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): No
  • Actual Status: Rented
  • SomePhotosVirtuallyStaged: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouses
  • Stories: 2
  • Year Built (Public Record): 1950

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • Basement: Cellar, Full
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Furnished: No
  • Interior Amenities: Storage, Separate Dining Room
  • LivingArea: 1400
  • Room Type: No additional rooms
  • Stories Total: 2
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Flooring: Hardwood

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Cedar, Shake Siding
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Waterfront: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Parking Features: Asphalt, Yes, Detached, Garage
  • ParkingTotal: 1

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Electric: 100 Amp Service
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
  • Laundry Features: In Unit
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Rent Includes: Exterior Maintenance, Lawn Care
  • Management: Manager Off-site

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: 80x62
  • Rural (Y/N): N

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 30, 2017
Sold by
Lang Curtis E and Trust No 101
Bought by
Hopkins Gary and Schweitzer John
Current Estimated Value
$241,175

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$70,000
Outstanding Balance
$32,917
Interest Rate
3.23%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$208,258

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 1, 2012
Sold by
Linville Trust
Bought by
Lang Trust
Source: Public Records
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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Hopkins Gary $140,000 None Available
Lang Trust $125,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Hopkins Gary $70,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
05/01/2026 05/01/26 Rented $1,375 +5.8% --
04/17/2026 04/17/26 Under Contract -- -- --
04/13/2026 04/13/26 For Rent $1,300 -- --
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

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 $4,820 $61,668 $9,981 $51,687
2024 $4,790 $57,980 $9,384 $48,596
2023 $4,602 $52,945 $8,569 $44,376
2022 $4,602 $48,560 $7,859 $40,701
2021 $4,398 $45,588 $7,378 $38,210
2020 $4,345 $44,468 $7,197 $37,271
2019 $4,281 $43,493 $7,039 $36,454
2018 $4,217 $42,173 $6,825 $35,348
2017 $4,126 $40,504 $6,555 $33,949
2016 $4,041 $38,656 $6,256 $32,400
2015 -- $36,382 $5,888 $30,494
2014 -- $34,547 $5,591 $28,956
2013 -- $35,209 $5,698 $29,511
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 12617852

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 06-32-380-002

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