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A tight-knit community
With its charming downtown and active community, residents of Sycamore enjoy the tight-knit atmosphere that comes with small-town living and all the amenities and conveniences of a larger city. “It’s a really welcoming area where everyone knows their neighbors,” says Melissa Mobile, a longtime Sycamore resident and owner of Hometown Realty Group. “And it’s the kind of place where you always see a familiar face when you’re running errands or out for a walk.”
Friends get together on this night yearly to celebrate wine and shopping in Sycamore.
Restaurants like Pizza, Beer, and Whiskey are located in Downtown Sycamore.
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Housing stock includes farmhouses
Sycamore is 66 miles west of Chicago’s city center and was first settled in the 1830s along the banks of the Kishwaukee River. Home styles include 19th-century farmhouses, modern traditional homes, quaint bungalows, split levels and elegantly adorned Victorians. House prices in the area range from $250,000 3-bedroom townhouses to $900,000 French-inspired estates with elegant stonework and ample lot space. Overall, prices range between $151,000 and $744,000. In Sycamore, you’ll find both houses that date back to the mid-1800s and new 21st-century homes, with continuous development bringing new subdivisions to the area. The neighborhood is also home to two 55 and up communities. “Sycamore has a small-town feel but is big enough to have everything you need,” says Sherry Bergmann, a Realtor with Premier Living Properties. She is a lifetime resident and has been selling homes for 11 years
Homes in Sycamore Illinois range in style from classic cape cods to old victorian styles.
Estate like victorian homes are all down the Illinois route 23 in Sycamore.
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Well-rated schools
Local parents may send their kids to Sycamore High School, where students are provided with a wide selection of unique course offerings, including horticultural science, animal studies, 3D studio art, TV production and social media marketing. Students will also find many extracurricular activities to get involved in, including clubs centered around journalism, movies, welding and science fiction. Additionally, Sycamore High School receives above-average ratings from Niche in academics, college prep and teachers. The overall grade for the high school is a B-plus. Younger learners can attend West Elementary School and Sycamore Middle School, earning overall Niche grades of C for West and a B-minus for the middle school. The University of Northern Illinois campus is located in the community and has a very positive relationship with the Sycamore residents.
Sycamore High School is home of the Spartans in Sycamore, Illinois.
Sycamore Middle School is located within Dekalb County in Sycamore, Illinois.
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Outdoor fun
Living in Sycamore means you’re never far from outdoor recreation facilities and parks. For an afternoon of golf, head to Sycamore Golf Club to try out the beautifully maintained 18-hole course that winds past serene ponds, pines and oaks. Just east of the golf club is Sycamore Park. Here, residents can have a relaxing lunch under one of the shaded pavilions after using the park’s playground, baseball diamonds, soccer fields or disc golf course. After a day of outdoor fun, head home along Sycamore’s winding, shaded streets.
Sycamore Community Park District has a clean and updated splash pad for residents.
Friends gather on the greens for an afternoon game at the Sycamore Golf Club.
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Quaint storefronts
Along State Street is an array of quaint brick storefronts and locally owned restaurants. Stop by Elleson’s Bakery to grab a coffee and freshly baked pastry to start your day. Another popular eatery is Nina’s Tacos, an unassuming, family-owned spot where you can savor authentic Mexican cuisine with menu items like chorizo tacos, bean burritos and carne asada.
The Sycamore Taste Of Spring event is fun for women of all ages.
Grab a fresh donut and cup of coffee from Elleson's Bakery in Sycamore to complete your day.
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Check out the Pumpkin Fest
The city hosts several events that bring community members together each year. Locals flock to downtown Sycamore every August for the Ribs, Rhythm & Brew Fest. Here, attendees can enjoy ribs from award-winning regional vendors while listening to live music and sipping on a refreshing pint of craft beer. Another popular event for residents and families is the annual Fall Pumpkin Fest. Blumen Gardens, the local nursery, also holds several community events, including frequent wine nights
A quick commute
Sycamore is 35 miles southeast of Rockford and 55 miles west-northwest of Chicago on Illinois Route 64 on the south bank of the East Branch of the South Branch Kishwaukee River in DeKalb County.
Low crime
Crime in Sycamore is relatively low — the CAP Index crime score is a 3 out of 10.
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On average, homes in Sycamore, IL sell after 138 days on the market compared to the national average of 55 days. The median sale price for homes in Sycamore, IL over the last 12 months is $342,040, up 10% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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NEW, NEW, & MORE NEW! ATTENTION TO EVERY DETAIL in this fabulously renovated 2nd-floor apartment in charming Downtown Sycamore! EVERY inch of this vintage home has been thoughtfully re-designed and updated for modern comfort. The welcoming front porch opens to a beautiful common entrance w/automatic lighting or you can use the private entrance at the side door if you prefer. Wide open spaces,
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