$132,000
SOLD AUG 3, 2021

728 N 9th St Dekalb, IL 60115

2 Beds
2.5 Baths
-- Sq Ft
7,488 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

32 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Screened Porch
  • Heating System Uses Steam
  • 3-minute walk to Liberty Park
  • 1 Car Detached Garage

About This Home

As of May 2025

This charming brick Cape Cod is waiting for your touch to make it your own! Hardwood floors, mature landscaped yard, detached garage with workshop, unfinished basement with an additional workshop area and full bath, wood 6 panel doors and wood trim. Spacious family room with a wood burning fireplace, built ins and french doors leading to the screened in porch and deck. The second level boats two spacious bedrooms with double closets and a full bath. Kitchen with wood cabinets, all appliances and pantry. First floor powder room. Separate Living Room/ possible third bedroom on main level. Updated 200 amp electrical service, most windows have been replaced, newer roof. The possibilities are endless!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Carrie Ottum

Weichert REALTORS Signature Professionals License #471001655 Listed on: 05/25/2021

Weichert REALTORS Signature Professionals

Last Buyer's Agent

Zachary Ottum

Weichert REALTORS Signature Professionals License #475184666

Weichert REALTORS Signature Professionals

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,574

Lot Details

  • 7,488 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 50x150

Parking

  • 1 Car Detached Garage
  • Parking Space is Owned

Interior Spaces

  • 2-Story Property
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • Screened Porch

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Freezer
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Potential Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry in unit
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Unfinished Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Finished Basement Bathroom

Utilities

  • 3+ Cooling Systems Mounted To A Wall/Window
  • Heating System Uses Steam
  • 200+ Amp Service

Listing and Financial Details

  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,574

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: 2 Stories
  • Age: Unknown
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: None
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
  • Basement: Full
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Room Type: Screened Porch
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Basement Description: Unfinished
  • Basement Bathrooms: Yes
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Fireplace Location: Family Room
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Door Features: French Doors,6 Panel Door(s)

Exterior Features

  • List Price: 139900
  • Waterfront: No
  • Exterior Building Type: Vinyl Siding,Brick

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Number of Cars: 1
  • Garage On-Site: Yes
  • Garage Ownership: Owned
  • Garage Type: Detached
  • Parking: Garage

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: 3+ (Window/Wall Unit)
  • Electric: 200+ Amp Service
  • Heating: Steam
  • Laundry Features: In Unit
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: None

Schools

  • Middle/Junior School District: 428

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Acres: 0.1719
  • Lot Dimensions: 50X150
  • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Special Assessments: N

Rental Info

  • Board Number: 19

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 4574
  • Tax Year: 2019
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 11, 2025
Closed on
May 1, 2025
Sold by
Lenczewski Melissa
Bought by
Montavon Skylar and Montavon Brooke
Seller's Agent
Zachary Ottum
Weichert REALTORS Signature Professionals
Buyer's Agent
David Cross
Great Western Properties
List Price
$217,500
Sold Price
$217,500
Views
40

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
0.21%
Original Mortgage
$195,750
Outstanding Balance
$195,750
Interest Rate
6.54%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$21,822

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 25, 2021
Closed on
Jul 13, 2021
Sold by
Farnum Russell W
Bought by
Lenczewski Melissa
Seller's Agent
Carrie Ottum
Weichert REALTORS Signature Professionals
Buyer's Agent
Zachary Ottum
Weichert REALTORS Signature Professionals
Sold Price
$132,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
14.12%
Original Mortgage
$75,500
Interest Rate
3%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 8, 2013
Sold by
National Bank & Trust Sycamore
Bought by
Farnum Russell W

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$95,000
Interest Rate
3.91%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 18, 2007
Sold by
National B&T Co Sycamore
Bought by
National B&T Co Sycamore

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 20, 2000
Sold by
Riippi Albert S
Bought by
Riippi Trust
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $217,500 Chicago Title
Warranty Deed $132,000 Chicago Title
Trustee Deed $90,000 --
Trustee Deed $76,500 --
Warranty Deed -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $195,750 New Conventional
Previous Owner $75,500 New Conventional
Previous Owner $11,500 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $92,000 Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Previous Owner $95,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/14/2025 05/14/25 Sold $217,500 0.0% --
04/16/2025 04/16/25 Pending -- -- --
04/11/2025 04/11/25 For Sale $217,500 +64.8% --
08/03/2021 08/03/21 Sold $132,000 -5.6% --
06/25/2021 06/25/21 Pending -- -- --
06/11/2021 06/11/21 For Sale -- -- --
05/31/2021 05/31/21 Pending -- -- --
05/24/2021 05/24/21 For Sale $139,900 -- --
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 $5,325 $64,875 $7,380 $57,495
2023 $5,325 $56,566 $6,435 $50,131
2022 $4,530 $52,279 $7,979 $44,300
2021 $4,611 $47,669 $7,484 $40,185
2020 $4,704 $46,909 $7,365 $39,544
2019 $4,584 $45,066 $7,076 $37,990
2018 $4,452 $43,538 $6,836 $36,702
2017 $4,466 $41,851 $6,571 $35,280
2016 $4,397 $40,794 $6,405 $34,389
2015 -- $38,653 $6,069 $32,584
2014 -- $39,150 $8,781 $30,369
2013 -- $41,124 $9,224 $31,900
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 11099377

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 08-23-202-004