Oliva Escutia
Real People Realty
(815) 893-2710
59 Total Sales
1 in Dekalb
$205,000 Price
938 E Garden St Dekalb, IL 60115
DeKalb AreaEstimated Value: $188,201
3
Beds
1
Bath
960
Sq Ft
$196/Sq Ft
Est. Value
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
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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
We collect this data history from publicly available records. To have your information removed, we recommend requesting removal directly through your county’s website.
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Feb 25, 2026
Closed on
Apr 7, 2026
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Rachael Alvarez
Willow Real Estate, Inc
Buyer's Agent
Kelly Michelson
Baird & Warner
List Price
$189,900
Sold Price
$187,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$2,900
-1.53%
Views
81
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$1,201
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.23%
Original Mortgage
$181,390
Outstanding Balance
$180,857
Interest Rate
6.11%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$7,344
Purchase Details
Listed on
Feb 10, 2016
Closed on
Apr 14, 2016
Sold by
Bought by
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
Interest Rate
3.75%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Purchase Details
Listed on
Oct 10, 2014
Closed on
Feb 19, 2015
Sold by
Bought by
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
Bought by
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
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Oliva Escutia
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Jane Mitchell
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Purchase History
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| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| $187,000 | Chicago Title | ||
| $102,000 | -- | ||
| -- | -- | ||
| -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $181,390 | ||
| Closed | $104,080 | ||
| Previous Owner | $131,750 | ||
| Previous Owner | $15,500 | ||
| Previous Owner | $32,701 | ||
| Previous Owner | $22,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| 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
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| 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
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Rachael Alvarez
R
Seller's Agent in 2026
Rachael Alvarez
Willow Real Estate, Inc
(815) 739-5165
38 Total Sales
-
Kelly Michelson
Buyer's Agent in 2026
Kelly Michelson
Baird Warner
(630) 551-1111
295 Total Sales
-
Jill Jacobsen-Haka
Seller's Agent in 2016
Jill Jacobsen-Haka
J.Jill Realty Group
(815) 375-1512
99 Total Sales
-
Matt Kombrink
Buyer's Agent in 2015
Matt Kombrink
One Source Realty
(630) 803-8444
950 Total Sales
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12575977
APN: 08-23-456-002
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