Seller's Agent in 2025
Kimberly Gierlach
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Starck Real Estate
(847) 476-0689
1 in this area
7 Total Sales
950 Sycamore Rd Dekalb, IL 60115
4
Beds
2
Baths
1,858
Sq Ft
--
Built
Highlights
- Wood Flooring
- Mud Room
- Laundry Room
- Loft
- 2 Car Detached Garage
- Central Air
About This Home
As of November 2025PRICE REDUCTION!!! Motivated Seller. The previous contract fell through at no fault to the home. This home is a MUST SEE! IT IS PRICED TO SELL! Beautiful historic home, close to everything you could possibly want or need. There are 2 bedrooms upstairs, a loft area which could be used as a play area or a home office space, it has a large built-in bookcase and an updated bathroom including a new shower, all rooms have just just painted. All the upstairs rooms have individual thermostats, making the upstairs more energy efficient. There is also A HUGE built in Linen closet and access to additional storage. There are an additional 2 bedrooms on the main level and another full bath. The Living room, includes a brick fireplace with built-in bookcases on both sides and beautiful Hardwood floors are thru much of the main level. The original wood trim and beautiful wood doors are still there adding so much character to this home. The kitchen was just updated in 2024, it includes a large pantry. New windows were installed in 2021 through most of the house. The furnace was replaced in 2019 and the central air was replaced in 2023. The Roof was replaced in 2020. The basement is partially finished and includes a large family room area, also a large separate storage/workshop space and a separate area for the laundry room and even more additional storage. The basement was professionally waterproofed in 2018. This home is ready for your personal touches to make it yours. The back of the house includes an inclosed porch/mudroom. There is a separate 2 car garage with exterior stairs going up to a workspace or studio. The elementary school is within walking distance. INVESTORS this house is 3 minutes from NIU and 5 minutes Northwestern Hospital. The big items are done, Windows, Roof, A/C, Furnace, and professional waterproofing. This home is being sold as is, due to the low price.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Starck Real Estate Brokerage Email: clientcare@starckre.com License #475199484 Listed on: 07/07/2025
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $4,868
Parking
- 2 Car Detached Garage
- Parking Available
- Driveway
- Parking Included in Price
Home Design
- Frame Construction
Interior Spaces
- 1,858 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Mud Room
- Family Room
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Dining Room
- Loft
- Partially Finished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Unfinished Attic
Kitchen
- Range
- Dishwasher
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
- Ceramic Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- 4 Potential Bedrooms
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Dryer
- Washer
Utilities
- Central Air
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
Listing and Financial Details
- Homeowner Tax Exemptions
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jul 7, 2025
Closed on
Oct 31, 2025
Sold by
Barrett Michael W and Dyon Debra
Bought by
Pulido Heraclio Mora
Seller's Agent
Kimberly Gierlach
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Starck Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Darren Blakely
Coldwell Banker Realty
List Price
$239,900
Sold Price
$225,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$14,900
-6.21%
Views
251
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.46%
Original Mortgage
$150,000
Outstanding Balance
$149,866
Interest Rate
6.58%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$78,396
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jun 27, 2017
Closed on
Apr 13, 2018
Sold by
Kuehl William
Bought by
Barrett Michael W and Schmitt Debra D
Seller's Agent
Carinne Price-Kuehl
Century 21 Affiliated
Buyer's Agent
Mark Southwood
Coldwell Banker Real Estate Group - Sycamore
List Price
$119,900
Sold Price
$114,200
Premium/Discount to List
-$5,700
-4.75%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
9.35%
Original Mortgage
$112,131
Interest Rate
5.5%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Purchase Details
Listed on
Nov 18, 2015
Closed on
Mar 4, 2016
Sold by
Hud
Bought by
Kuehl William
Seller's Agent
John Murray
Key Realty
Buyer's Agent
Carinne Price-Kuehl
Century 21 Affiliated
List Price
$75,000
Sold Price
$55,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$20,000
-26.67%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
41.38%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 16, 2015
Sold by
Bank Of America Na
Bought by
Hud
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 19, 2015
Sold by
Dekalb County Sheriff
Bought by
Bank Of America Na
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $225,000 | Starck Title Services | |
| Warranty Deed | $114,500 | None Available | |
| Warranty Deed | -- | -- | |
| Warranty Deed | -- | -- | |
| Sheriffs Deed | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $150,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $112,131 | FHA |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/12/2025 11/12/25 | Sold | $225,000 | -2.6% | $121 / Sq Ft | |
| 09/21/2025 09/21/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 09/10/2025 09/10/25 | Price Changed | $230,900 | -2.1% | $124 / Sq Ft | |
| 07/25/2025 07/25/25 | Price Changed | $235,900 | -1.7% | $127 / Sq Ft | |
| 07/07/2025 07/07/25 | For Sale | $239,900 | +110.1% | $129 / Sq Ft | |
| 04/13/2018 04/13/18 | Sold | $114,200 | +1.2% | $61 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 03/19/2018 03/19/18 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 12/28/2017 12/28/17 | Price Changed | $112,900 | -3.4% | $61 / Sq Ft | |
| 09/27/2017 09/27/17 | Price Changed | $116,900 | -0.8% | $63 / Sq Ft | |
| 09/02/2017 09/02/17 | Price Changed | $117,900 | -0.8% | $63 / Sq Ft | |
| 08/11/2017 08/11/17 | Price Changed | $118,900 | -0.8% | $64 / Sq Ft | |
| 06/26/2017 06/26/17 | For Sale | $119,900 | +118.0% | $65 / Sq Ft | |
| 03/04/2016 03/04/16 | Sold | $55,000 | 0.0% | $30 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 02/08/2016 02/08/16 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 01/29/2016 01/29/16 | Off Market | $55,000 | -- | -- | |
| 01/05/2016 01/05/16 | Price Changed | $67,500 | -10.0% | $36 / Sq Ft | |
| 11/18/2015 11/18/15 | For Sale | $75,000 | -- | $40 / Sq Ft |
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $4,868 | $66,197 | $8,768 | $57,429 |
| 2023 | $4,868 | $57,718 | $7,645 | $50,073 |
| 2022 | $4,719 | $52,696 | $8,725 | $43,971 |
| 2021 | $4,805 | $49,424 | $8,183 | $41,241 |
| 2020 | $4,903 | $48,637 | $8,053 | $40,584 |
| 2019 | $4,779 | $46,726 | $7,737 | $38,989 |
| 2018 | $5,354 | $45,142 | $7,475 | $37,667 |
| 2017 | $5,405 | $43,393 | $7,185 | $36,208 |
| 2016 | $5,345 | $42,298 | $7,004 | $35,294 |
| 2015 | -- | $40,077 | $6,636 | $33,441 |
| 2014 | -- | $39,443 | $9,601 | $29,842 |
| 2013 | -- | $41,432 | $10,085 | $31,347 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Kimberly Gierlach
-
Darren Blakely
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Darren Blakely
Coldwell Banker Realty
(224) 255-9500
1 in this area
13 Total Sales
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C
Seller's Agent in 2018
Carinne Price-Kuehl
Century 21 Affiliated
-
M
Buyer's Agent in 2018
Mark Southwood
Coldwell Banker Real Estate Group - Sycamore
-
J
Seller's Agent in 2016
John Murray
Key Realty
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12412585
APN: 08-14-453-035
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