$304,000
SOLD APR 4, 2025

257 Ellen St Sycamore, IL 60178

4 Beds
2 Baths
-- Sq Ft
7,623 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

7% Above List Price

2 Days on Market

About This Home

As of April 2025

MULTIPLE OFFERS RECEIVED- HIGHEST & BEST DUE MARCH 12TH AT 8:00 PM. This beautiful duplex is located near downtown Sycamore! Built in 2006, it has separate utilities, meters, HVAC, electrical, etc. Unit 257 has many updates: A/C (2022), Washer & Dryer (2023), Carpet, flooring, doors, blinds (2025). Unit 259 has had a long-term tenant for over 14 years who would like to stay. Live in one half and rent the other, or maximize profits, and rent both units. Each ranch unit offers open living space, vaulted ceilings, and an abundance of windows. The property is located on a spacious lot overlooking the creek. It is on a quiet cul de sac and is within walking distance to the park and near shopping, restaurants, and more!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Grant Montgomery

Coldwell Banker Realty License #475158346 Listed on: 03/11/2025

Coldwell Banker Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Ryan Sjostrom

Compass License #475174444

Compass

Property Details

Home Type

  • Multi-Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $7,426

Year Built

  • Built in 2006

Lot Details

  • Lot Dimensions are 70 x 96.70
  • Home fronts a stream

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage

Home Design

  • Asphalt Roof

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4 Potential Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms

Additional Features

  • Water Views
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas

Community Details

  • 2 Units

Property Details

Home Type

Multi-Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$7,426

Year Built

Built in 2006

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential Income
  • Property Type: Two to Four Units
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Year Built: 2006
  • Age: 16-20 Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): No
  • General Information: School Bus Service
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): No
  • ResoPropertyType: ResidentialIncome
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: MultiFamily

Interior Features

  • Basement: None
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Full Bathrooms in Building: 2
  • Half Bathrooms in Building: 0
  • MRD_AppliancesAndFeatures: Washer,Dryer,Dishwasher,Central Air Conditioner,Garage/Space,Laundry Hook-Up,Cathedral Ceilings
  • MRD_AppliancesAndFeatures: Stove,Refrigerator,Washer,Dryer,Dishwasher,Central Air Conditioner,Garage/Space,Laundry Hook-Up,Cathedral Ceilings

Exterior Features

  • List Price: 285000
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • View: Water
  • Waterfront Features: Stream
  • Waterfront: No
  • Exterior Building Type: Vinyl Siding,Brick

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: On Site, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
  • ParkingTotal: 2

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Heating: Natural Gas
  • Water Source: Public

Schools

  • Middle/Junior School District: 427

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: 70 X 96.70
  • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Special Assessments: N

Rental Info

  • Board Number: 5

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 7426
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Tax Exemptions: None

Multi Family

  • Units in Building: 2
  • Three Bedroom Number of Units: No
  • Type-Multi: 2 Flat

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 11, 2025
Closed on
Apr 4, 2025
Sold by
Glendas Property Inc
Bought by
Root Ryan and Root Chelsea
Seller's Agent
Grant Montgomery
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
Ryan Sjostrom
Compass
List Price
$285,000
Sold Price
$304,000
Premium/Discount to List
$19,000
6.67%
Views
32
Current Estimated Value
$304,982

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$982
Avg. Annual Appreciation
0.61%
Original Mortgage
$212,800
Outstanding Balance
$211,981
Interest Rate
7.38%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$93,001
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 $304,000 Old Republic Title
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $212,800 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
04/04/2025 04/04/25 Sold $304,000 +6.7% --
03/13/2025 03/13/25 Pending -- -- --
03/11/2025 03/11/25 For Sale $285,000 -- --
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 $7,426 $89,894 $11,593 $78,301
2023 $7,426 $82,087 $10,586 $71,501
2022 $7,135 $75,288 $9,709 $65,579
2021 $6,819 $70,680 $9,115 $61,565
2020 $6,736 $68,943 $8,891 $60,052
2019 $6,637 $67,432 $8,696 $58,736
2018 $6,538 $65,385 $8,432 $56,953
2017 $6,397 $62,797 $8,098 $54,699
2016 $6,265 $59,933 $7,729 $52,204
2015 -- $56,407 $7,274 $49,133
2014 -- $53,563 $6,907 $46,656
2013 -- $54,589 $7,039 $47,550
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 12307631

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 06-32-127-040