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$325,000
Property Description
INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY-SOLID TWO-UNIT MASONRY BUILDING. Well Maintained solid masonry two-story, two unit property offering strong rental income potential in a desirable location. The first floor unit features a spacious one-bedroom layout with a large living room, separate parlor, kitchen and full bath. Additional amenities include basement with washer / dryer, an attached one-car garage and a fenced backyard. This unit rents for $1,400 per month. The second-floor unit offers two generous bedrooms, a large living room, an oversized eat-in kitchen, a full bath and the convenience of an in-unit washer and dryer, and rents for $1,100 per month. Utilities are separate and tenants pay for gas and electric. The property's attractive location, functional floor plans and desirable amenities make it an excellent opportunity to own a well-maintained income producing property with long-term investment potential.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 131 S 7th St
General
- Price: $325,000
- HOA FEE: $700
- Taxes: $6,229 (2025)
- Status: Active
- Type: Multi-Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12665866
- Updated: 6/13/2026
- Added to Site: 14 day(s) ago
Rental Information
- Complex Features: Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
Interior
- Basement: Unfinished
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Upper - Full Baths: 2
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
Additional Information
- Other Features: School Bus Service, Commuter Bus, Interstate Access
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Attached garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 1
- Total Spaces: 1
- Parking Features: Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
Location
- Area: De Kalb
- County: DeKalb
- Township: DeKalb
- Driving Directions: Northwest Corner of S. Seventh St and Grove St. One block south of Route 38 3 blocks east of Rout 23.
School Information
- School District: 428
- Elem School District: 428
- Midd School District: 428
- High School District: 428
Heating & Cooling
- Heating Type: Natural Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Construction: Brick
- Exterior Const.: Brick
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Unfinished, Bath/Stubbed, Full
- Foundation: Block
- Year Built: 1905
- Built Before 1978: Yes
Unit Information
- Units in Building: 2
Lot Features
- Lot Size Range: Less than .25 Acre
- Lot Dimensions: 65 x 96
- Fence: Yes
- Lot Features: Corner Lot
- Zoning: SINGL
- Fencing (Description): Fenced
Financial Considerations
- Maint. Fee: $700
- Insurance Fee: $2,800
- Assessment Year: 1905
- Tax Amount: $6,229
- Tax Year: 2025
- Pays Sewer: Public Sewer
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Special Conditions: List Broker Must Accompany
- Property ID: 823334010
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Schools
Schools serving 131 S 7th St
School District:Dekalb Community Unit School District 428
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Founders Elementary School 821 South 7th Street, DeKalb, IL 60115 | K-5 | 0.5 mi |
Huntley Middle School 1515 South 4th Street, DeKalb, IL 60115 | 6-8 | 1.2 mi |
De Kalb High School 501 West Dresser Road, DeKalb, IL 60115 | 9-12 | 2 mi |
Disclaimer:
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Price & Sales History for 131 S 7th St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
6/02/2026
Listed
$325,000
140.74%
MLS
1/11/2012
Sold
$135,000
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Public Record
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 131 S 7th St
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2024
$5,737
—
$78,861
10%
2024
$5,737
-3%
$72,012
15%
2023
$5,910
-1%
$62,788
17%
2021
$5,950
-2%
$53,766
2%
2020
$6,084
2%
$52,909
4%
2019
$5,965
2%
$50,830
4%
2018
$5,824
-1%
$49,106
4%
2017
$5,880
1%
$47,204
3%
2016
$5,815
—
$46,012
6%
2015
$5,797
—
$43,597
-1%
2014
$5,769
—
$44,147
-5%
2013
$5,772
2%
$46,373
-9%
2012
$5,650
—
$50,920
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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131 S 7th Street, Dekalb, IL 60115 (MLS# 12665866) is a Multi-Family property with 2 units containing 3 bedrooms and 0 full bathrooms. 131 S 7th Street is currently listed for $325,000 and was received on June 02, 2026. Want to learn more about 131 S 7th Street? Do you have questions about finding other Multi-Family real estate for sale in Dekalb? You can browse all Dekalb real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.
