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Seller's Agent in 2026
Rachael Alvarez
Willow Real Estate, Inc
(815) 739-5165
21 in this area
37 Total Sales
938 E Garden St Dekalb, IL 60115
3
Beds
1
Bath
960
Sq Ft
10,298
Sq Ft Lot Lot
Highlights
- Landscaped Professionally
- Ranch Style House
- 1 Car Detached Garage
- Property is near park
- Corner Lot
- Patio
About This Home
As of April 2026Finally, a home that's affordable and move-in-ready! This 3 bedroom 1 bath ranch has been updated with all new flooring and is freshly painted. The kitchen features tons of cabinets, glass tile backsplash, butchers block and new vinyl flooring, and extra space for dining. The living room features new carpet and a large picture window, bringing in tons of natural light. All the bedrooms have new carpeting, upgraded lighting and one has a built in desk. The large laundry room is the perfect space for extra storage. Sitting on a corner lot, you'll love the large and private backyard. The 1.5 car garage features extra space for a workshop and a covered porch area, perfect for enjoying your time outdoors. This home has easy interstate access and is close to schools, shopping, parks, and more. Hurry and see it before it's gone!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Willow Real Estate, Inc License #475139743 Listed on: 02/25/2026
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $3,341
Year Built
- Built in 1961
Lot Details
- 10,298 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 78.30x132
- Landscaped Professionally
- Corner Lot
- Paved or Partially Paved Lot
Parking
- 1 Car Detached Garage
- Parking Available
- Garage Door Opener
- Driveway
- Parking Included in Price
Home Design
- Ranch Style House
- Asphalt Roof
- Steel Siding
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
Interior Spaces
- 960 Sq Ft Home
- Ceiling Fan
- Window Screens
- Family Room
- Living Room
- Dining Room
- Crawl Space
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors
Kitchen
- Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- 3 Potential Bedrooms
- Bathroom on Main Level
- 1 Full Bathroom
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Laundry on main level
Schools
- Chesebro Elementary School
- Clinton Rosette Middle School
- De Kalb High School
Utilities
- Window Unit Cooling System
- Forced Air Heating System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- 200+ Amp Service
Additional Features
- Patio
- Property is near park
Listing and Financial Details
- Homeowner Tax Exemptions
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Feb 10, 2016
Closed on
Apr 14, 2016
Sold by
Melin Linda S and Melin Abby
Bought by
Gardner Donald P and Kauffman Karl K
Seller's Agent
Jill Jacobsen-Haka
J.Jill Realty Group
Buyer's Agent
Rachael Alvarez
Willow Real Estate, Inc
List Price
$104,900
Sold Price
$106,000
Premium/Discount to List
$1,100
1.05%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.83%
Original Mortgage
$104,080
Outstanding Balance
$81,299
Interest Rate
3.75%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Estimated Equity
$105,878
Purchase Details
Listed on
Oct 10, 2014
Closed on
Feb 19, 2015
Sold by
Fannie Mae
Bought by
Melin Linda S and Melin Abby
Seller's Agent
Jill Jacobsen-Haka
J.Jill Realty Group
Buyer's Agent
Matt Kombrink
One Source Realty
List Price
$96,500
Sold Price
$71,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$25,000
-25.91%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
41.25%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 20, 2014
Sold by
Dekalb County Sheriff
Bought by
Federal National Mortgage Association
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Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $102,000 | -- | |
| Warranty Deed | -- | -- | |
| Sheriffs Deed | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $104,080 | FHA |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/17/2026 04/17/26 | Sold | $187,000 | -1.5% | $195 / Sq Ft | |
| 03/09/2026 03/09/26 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 02/25/2026 02/25/26 | For Sale | $189,900 | +79.2% | $198 / Sq Ft | |
| 04/14/2016 04/14/16 | Sold | $106,000 | +1.0% | $110 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 02/22/2016 02/22/16 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 02/18/2016 02/18/16 | For Sale | $104,900 | 0.0% | $109 / Sq Ft | |
| 02/16/2016 02/16/16 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 02/10/2016 02/10/16 | For Sale | $104,900 | +46.7% | $109 / Sq Ft | |
| 02/24/2015 02/24/15 | Sold | $71,500 | +2.3% | $74 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 02/10/2015 02/10/15 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 01/22/2015 01/22/15 | Price Changed | $69,900 | -11.5% | $73 / Sq Ft | |
| 01/14/2015 01/14/15 | Price Changed | $79,000 | -7.6% | $82 / Sq Ft | |
| 12/11/2014 12/11/14 | Price Changed | $85,500 | -7.1% | $89 / Sq Ft | |
| 11/10/2014 11/10/14 | Price Changed | $92,000 | -4.7% | $96 / Sq Ft | |
| 10/10/2014 10/10/14 | For Sale | $96,500 | -- | $101 / 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,341 | $52,493 | $11,701 | $40,792 |
| 2024 | $3,369 | $47,935 | $10,685 | $37,250 |
| 2023 | $3,250 | $41,795 | $9,316 | $32,479 |
| 2022 | $3,250 | $38,158 | $10,631 | $27,527 |
| 2021 | $3,297 | $35,789 | $9,971 | $25,818 |
| 2020 | $3,360 | $35,218 | $9,812 | $25,406 |
| 2019 | $3,266 | $33,834 | $9,426 | $24,408 |
| 2018 | $3,165 | $32,686 | $9,106 | $23,580 |
| 2017 | $3,166 | $31,420 | $8,753 | $22,667 |
| 2016 | $3,870 | $30,627 | $8,532 | $22,095 |
| 2015 | -- | $29,019 | $8,084 | $20,935 |
| 2014 | -- | $30,379 | $11,697 | $18,682 |
| 2013 | -- | $31,911 | $12,287 | $19,624 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Rachael Alvarez
-
Kelly Michelson
Buyer's Agent in 2026
Kelly Michelson
Baird Warner
(630) 551-1111
3 in this area
326 Total Sales
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Jill Jacobsen-Haka
Seller's Agent in 2016
Jill Jacobsen-Haka
J.Jill Realty Group
(815) 375-1512
22 in this area
101 Total Sales
-
Matt Kombrink
Buyer's Agent in 2015
Matt Kombrink
One Source Realty
(630) 803-8444
18 in this area
919 Total Sales
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12575977
APN: 08-23-456-002
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