$245,000
SOLD JAN 9, 2026

847 S 1st St Dekalb, IL 60115

3 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,856 Sq Ft
6,098 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$132 Per Sq Ft

6% Below List Price

63 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Second Kitchen
  • Victorian Architecture
  • 2.5 Car Detached Garage
  • Wood Flooring
  • Attic
  • 4-minute walk to Shipman Park

About This Home

As of January 2026

Step into timeless elegance with this beautifully maintained Victorian offering exceptionally large rooms, abundant natural light, and stunning natural woodwork throughout. Perfectly positioned in the heart of downtown DeKalb, this 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath home blends historic character with modern comfort. The main level features a bright and spacious living room, an inviting formal dining room, and an enclosed front porch ideal for morning coffee or relaxing evenings. The upper level includes a convenient kitchenette, perfect for guests, extended living, or creative workspace. A full walk-up attic provides outstanding potential for future expansion. Additional features include a dry basement for extra storage, and a fully fenced yard with a patio-an ideal setting for gatherings. The oversized 2.5-car detached garage with alley access offers great convenience and functionality. With parks, schools, shopping, dining, and entertainment just steps away, this home offers the perfect blend of location, charm, and livability. A wonderful home to enjoy for the Holidays!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Yesenia Hernandez

Elm Street REALTORS License #475216757 Listed on: 09/30/2025

Co-Listed By

Megan martin

Elm Street REALTORS License #471022053

Last Buyer's Agent

James Hard

Century 21 Circle License #475139604

Century 21 Circle

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,595

Year Built

  • Built in 1903

Lot Details

  • 6,098 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 45x135
  • Paved or Partially Paved Lot

Parking

  • 2.5 Car Detached Garage
  • Heated Garage
  • Parking Available
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Driveway
  • Parking Included in Price

Home Design

  • Victorian Architecture
  • Asphalt Roof
  • Vinyl Siding
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 1,856 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Window Screens
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors
  • Second Kitchen
  • Laundry Room
  • Attic

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 Potential Bedrooms

Unfinished Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Basement Cellar

Outdoor Features

  • Enclosed Patio or Porch

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Window Unit Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Gas Water Heater
  • Water Softener is Owned

Listing and Financial Details

  • Senior Tax Exemptions
  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,595

Year Built

Built in 1903

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • ArchitecturalStyle: Victorian
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: 2 Stories
  • Year Built: 1903
  • Age: 100+ Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: School Bus Service,Interstate Access
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): No
  • Actual Status: Closed
  • SomePhotosVirtuallyStaged: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Basement: Unfinished, Cellar, Full
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • LivingArea: 1856
  • Other Equipment: Water-Softener Owned, CO Detectors, Ceiling Fan(s), Water Heater-Gas
  • Room Type: Attic, Kitchen, Foyer, Enclosed Porch
  • Window Features: Screens
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Flooring: Hardwood

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
  • ExteriorFeatures: Other
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio, Screened
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Waterfront: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2.5
  • Parking Features: Concrete, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
  • ParkingTotal: 2.5

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Central Air, Window Unit(s)
  • Electric: Fuses
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Community Features: Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: None

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.14
  • Lot Dimensions: 45x135
  • Rural (Y/N): N
  • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Special Assessments: N
  • Zero Lot Line: No

Rental Info

  • Board Number: 19
  • Is Parking Included in Price: Yes

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 4594.74
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner,Senior

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 30, 2025
Closed on
Jan 5, 2026
Sold by
Collin Kristine M and Arlo And Donna Bloyd Trust
Bought by
Mastny Timothy J and Mastny Moira Therese
Seller's Agent
Yesenia Hernandez
Elm Street REALTORS
Buyer's Agent
James Hard
Century 21 Circle
List Price
$260,000
Sold Price
$245,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$15,000
-5.77%
Views
141

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-10.25%
Original Mortgage
$232,750
Outstanding Balance
$232,750
Interest Rate
6.23%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$10,402

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 1, 2021
Sold by
Bloyd Arlo G and Bloyd Donna A
Bought by
Collin Kristine M and Arlo And Donna Bloyd Trust
Source: Public Records
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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $245,000 Chicago Title
Quit Claim Deed -- Attorney
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $232,750 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
01/09/2026 01/09/26 Sold $245,000 0.0% $132 / Sq Ft
12/08/2025 12/08/25 Pending -- -- --
10/30/2025 10/30/25 Price Changed $245,000 -2.0% $132 / Sq Ft
10/14/2025 10/14/25 Price Changed $250,000 -3.8% $135 / Sq Ft
10/05/2025 10/05/25 For Sale $260,000 -- $140 / Sq Ft
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
2024 $4,601 $68,673 $6,947 $61,726
2023 $4,413 $59,877 $6,057 $53,820
2022 $4,413 $54,667 $6,913 $47,754
2021 $4,457 $51,273 $6,484 $44,789
2020 $4,537 $50,456 $6,381 $44,075
2019 $4,397 $48,473 $6,130 $42,343
2018 $4,249 $46,829 $5,922 $40,907
2017 $4,237 $45,015 $5,693 $39,322
2016 $4,155 $43,878 $5,549 $38,329
2015 -- $41,575 $5,258 $36,317
2014 -- $40,512 $7,609 $32,903
2013 -- $42,555 $7,993 $34,562
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 12484441

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 08-22-457-023