NOT LISTED FOR SALE

860 Dekalb Ave Sycamore, IL 60178

Estimated Value: $255,000 - $321,000

4 Beds
2 Baths
2,504 Sq Ft
$115/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold December 10, 2021

Last sale price $247,500 $99 Per Sq Ft

Est. 16% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $2,061/month

38 Days on Market

About This Home

As of December 2021

You Will Fall In Love with This Gorgeous 1901 Victorian Home that Was Featured in the Dekalb County Historic Walk in 2017 and Built by John Tischhouser, Local Alderman and Builder of 32 Sycamore Homes! Old World Charm Prevails with Stunning Original Woodwork & Staircase, Pocket Doors, Double Doors, 9' Ceilings, Crown Molding and 10" Baseboards. This Amazing Home also has a Dual Staircase, Hardwood Floors, and Dual Zoned Heating, Humidifiers, & Cooling. Many Updates include Beautifully Remodeled Kitchen in 2020 with New Cardell Cabinets, Island with Granite Countertops and Breakfast Bar, New Stainless Steel Appliances, Luxury Waterproof Flooring and Walk-in Pantry. New Windows on 1st Floor in 2017 and Newer Windows in Bedrooms. New Roof (Complete Tear Off), Siding, Soffit, and Fascia on Both House and Garage in 2017, New Electric to Outside and New Back Porch in 2014. Ring Doorbells on Both Front and Back Doors and Smart Thermostats. Home Also has a Huge Attic with New Pull Down Ladder and 2nd Floor Laundry. Spacious Backyard with New Cedar Fence in 2016, Brick Paver Patio and Walkways, and Firepit. 2 Car Detached Garage with Workshop and 7 Additional Parking Spaces! Great Location Close to Downtown, Sycamore High School, West Elementary and So Much More!!! **HOME WARRANTY WILL BE PROVIDED!!** What a Great Oppurtunity to Own a Beautiful Piece of History!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Dorothy Hitzeroth

RE/MAX Experience License #475131062 Listed on: 10/08/2021

Last Buyer's Agent

Patricia Marchert

Keller Williams Infinity License #475176360

Keller Williams Infinity

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $5,411

Year Built

  • 1901

Lot Details

  • 0.36

Parking

  • Detached Garage
  • Garage Transmitter
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Shared Driveway
  • Parking Included in Price

Home Design

  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2,504 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Unfinished Basement

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$5,411

Year Built

1901

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Property Sub Type: 2 Stories
  • Age: 100+ Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: None
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): No
  • Architectural Style: Victorian
  • Directions: Rte 23/Dekalb Ave in Sycamore
  • Lot Size: 82.91X172.83X105.58X160.59
  • New Construction: No
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Special Features: None
  • Year Built: 1901

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Water Softener Rented
  • Has Basement: Full
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 2504
  • Basement Description: Unfinished
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Total Sq Ft: 2504
  • Total Sq Ft: 2504
  • Upper Level Sq Ft: 1202
  • Attic: Full,Interior Stair,Unfinished
  • Main Level Sq Ft: 1302
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Possible Bedrooms: 4
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Interior Amenities: Hardwood Floors, Second Floor Laundry, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s), Ceilings - 9 Foot, Historic/Period Mlwk, Drapes/Blinds, Granite Counters, Separate Dining Room
  • Dining Room Type: Bonus Room, Foyer, Storage

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Porch, Brick Paver Patio, Fire Pit
  • Exterior Building Type: Vinyl Siding
  • Waterfront: No

Garage/Parking

  • Number of Cars: 2
  • Driveway: Shared
  • Garage Details: Garage Door Opener(s),Transmitter(s)
  • Garage On-Site: Yes
  • Garage Ownership: Owned
  • Garage Type: Detached
  • Parking: Garage
  • Garage Spaces: 2

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Air, Zoned
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air, Zoned
  • Laundry Features: Multiple Locations
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Master Association Fee: No
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: None

Schools

  • Junior High Dist: 427

Lot Info

  • Lot Size: .25-.49 Acre
  • Special Assessments: N

Rental Info

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

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 5400.18
  • Tax Year: 2020

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 8, 2021
Closed on
Dec 10, 2021
Sold by
Grudecki Alan G
Bought by
Weber Jared and Gilbertson Sonja
Seller's Agent
Dorothy Hitzeroth
RE/MAX Experience
Buyer's Agent
Patricia Marchert
Keller Williams Infinity
Sold Price
$247,500
Total Days on Market
38
Current Estimated Value
$286,928

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$39,428
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.46%
Original Mortgage
$220,000
Outstanding Balance
$203,186
Interest Rate
2.62%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$84,930

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 17, 2014
Closed on
Jun 4, 2014
Sold by
Us Bank Na
Bought by
Grudecki Alan G
Seller's Agent
Jeff Reif
Hayden Real Estate, Inc.
Buyer's Agent
Dorothy Hitzeroth
RE/MAX Experience
List Price
$137,500
Sold Price
$100,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$37,500
-27.27%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
12.84%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 22, 2013
Sold by
Dekalb County Sheriff
Bought by
Us Bank Na

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 21, 2005
Sold by
Decleene Daniel D
Bought by
Marcussen Marc H and Marcussen Christina M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$168,000
Interest Rate
5.79%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Weber Jared $247,500 Attorneys Ttl Guaranty Fund
Grudecki Alan G $100,000 --
Us Bank Na -- --
Marcussen Marc H $210,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Weber Jared $220,000
Previous Owner Grudecki Alan G $120,000
Previous Owner Grudecki Alan G $108,000
Previous Owner Marcussen Marc H $13,000
Previous Owner Marcussen Marc H $46,000
Previous Owner Marcussen Marc H $22,111
Previous Owner Marcussen Marc H $168,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
12/10/2021 12/10/21 Sold $247,500 -4.8% $99 / Sq Ft
11/16/2021 11/16/21 Pending -- -- --
10/22/2021 10/22/21 For Sale -- -- --
10/16/2021 10/16/21 Pending -- -- --
10/08/2021 10/08/21 For Sale $259,900 +159.9% $104 / Sq Ft
06/13/2014 06/13/14 Sold $100,000 -4.3% $41 / Sq Ft
06/02/2014 06/02/14 Pending -- -- --
05/23/2014 05/23/14 Price Changed $104,500 -6.7% $42 / Sq Ft
05/07/2014 05/07/14 Price Changed $112,050 -10.0% $46 / Sq Ft
04/11/2014 04/11/14 Price Changed $124,500 -9.5% $51 / Sq Ft
03/17/2014 03/17/14 For Sale $137,500 -- $56 / Sq Ft
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 $5,411 $72,069 $19,908 $52,161
2023 $5,411 $65,810 $18,179 $47,631
2022 $5,152 $60,359 $16,673 $43,686
2021 $5,467 $56,664 $15,652 $41,012
2020 $5,400 $55,271 $15,267 $40,004
2019 $5,321 $54,061 $14,933 $39,128
2018 $5,242 $52,420 $14,480 $37,940
2017 $5,128 $50,346 $13,907 $36,439
2016 $5,023 $48,050 $13,273 $34,777
2015 -- $45,223 $12,492 $32,731
2014 -- $42,943 $11,862 $31,081
2013 -- $55,995 $12,089 $43,906
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 11241272

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 06-32-307-034