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  • Active
  • Single Family
  • 3 Beds
  • 1 Full Bath
  • 1 Partial Bath
  • 1,400 Sq. Ft.
  • 2 Car Garage
  • Updated 2 hours ago
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Surprisingly spacious and full of charm, this sweet ranch is nestled right in the heart of #Cortland. Step inside to a bright and welcoming front room featuring a cozy wood-burning fireplace and sunny picture windows that fill the home with natural light. A separate dining room offers a delightful built-in cabinet, adding just the right touch of character. Outside, you'll love the large fenced-in yard complete with an oversized shed, patio area, and firepit - perfect for relaxing evenings or entertaining friends. With solid bones, no major issues, and plenty of opportunity to add your own decorating touches, this home is ready to become someone's very own home sweet home. Affordable, clean, and full of potential, this one is a must-see!

Full Property Details for 125 W Carol Ave

General

  • Price: $258,000
  • Taxes: $5,478 (2024)
  • Status: Active
  • Type: Single Family
  • Source: MRED
  • MLS ID: 12551021
  • Updated: Today (1/20/2026)
  • Added to Site: Today

Interior

  • Basement: Crawl Spac
  • Interior Features: 1st-Floor Bedroom, 1st-Floor Bath
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Number of Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace(s): Living Room, Wood-Burning
  • Appliances: Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Water Softener Rented

Rooms

Bathrooms

  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 3

Additional Information

  • Equipment: Water Softener (Rented), Ceiling Fan(s)

Exterior

  • Exterior Features: Fire Pit

Parking

  • Garage: Yes
  • Attached garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Total Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Concrete, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage

Location

  • Area: Cortland
  • County: DeKalb
  • Township: Cortland
  • Driving Directions: N Somonauk Rd to Carol/west.

School Information

  • School District: 428
  • Elem School District: 428
  • Midd School District: 428
  • High School District: 428
  • Elementary School: Cortland Elementary School
  • Middle School: Huntley Middle School
  • High School: De Kalb High School
  • Private School: De Kalb High School

Community

  • Assoc. Fees Include: None

Heating & Cooling

  • Cooling Type: Central Air Conditioning
  • Heating Type: Natural Gas, Forced Air

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water: Public

Structural Information

  • Architectural Info: Ranch
  • Architectural Style: Ranch
  • Construction: Vinyl Siding
  • Exterior Const.: Vinyl Siding
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Desc.: Crawl Space
  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Square Feet: 1,400
  • Sq. Ft. Source: Other
  • Year Built: 1964
  • Built Before 1978: Yes

Additional Structures

  • Other Structures: Shed(s)

Lot Features

  • Lot Size (Acres): 0.31
  • Lot Size Range: .25 to .49 Acre
  • Lot Dimensions: 91 x 155 x 90 x 154
  • Fence: Yes
  • Fencing (Description): Fenced

Financial Considerations

  • Parking Included: Yes
  • Assessment Year: 1964
  • Tax Amount: $5,478
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Pays Sewer: Public Sewer

Disclosures and Reports

  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Property ID: 920376002

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Schools serving 125 W Carol Ave

School District:Dekalb Community Unit School District 428
NameGradesDistance
Cortland Elementary School
370 Lexington Avenue, Cortland, IL 60112
K-51.6 mi
Huntley Middle School
1515 South 4th Street, DeKalb, IL 60115
6-83.3 mi
De Kalb High School
501 West Dresser Road, DeKalb, IL 60115
9-123.9 mi
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Price & Sales History for 125 W Carol Ave Get Price Alerts and Save Property

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Price
Change
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1/20/2026
Listed
$258,000
448.94%
MLS
10/25/2019
Sold
$47,000
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Tax History for 125 W Carol Ave

Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2024
$5,642
-6%
$74,803
7%
2023
$5,997
10%
$69,981
22%
2021
$5,429
—
$57,251
3%
2020
$5,420
-8%
$55,465
4%
2019
$5,909
—
$53,138
3%
2018
$5,886
1%
$51,422
5%
2017
$5,827
37%
$48,955
6%
2016
$4,263
3%
$46,010
6%
2015
$4,135
-24%
$43,206
3%
2014
$5,455
36%
$42,003
-4%
2013
$4,018
-14%
$43,527
-9%
2012
$4,646
—
$47,869
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125 W Carol Avenue, Cortland, IL 60112 (MLS# 12551021) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms, 1 full bathroom and 1 partial bathroom. 125 W Carol Avenue is currently listed for $258,000 and was received on January 20, 2026. Want to learn more about 125 W Carol Avenue? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Cortland? You can browse all Cortland real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

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