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Property Description
Endless Potential on an Oversized Corner Lot with a large Detached Garage! Opportunity awaits at 510 Best Avenue in DeKalb! This well-maintained 1,400 sf ranch offers 4 bedrooms, 1 full bath and a spacious floor plan ready for your personal touch. The home features an expansive 27' x 15' living room with abundant natural light, a generously sized eat-in kitchen, and four comfortable bedrooms all on one level. Step outside to enjoy the 32' x 12' concrete patio, perfect for entertaining, grilling, or relaxing while overlooking the large yard and nearly 600 sq. ft. detached garage. Several major updates have already been completed including: Air conditioner (2020), Water heater (2020), Furnace (2013), Kobyco replacement windows (2010), roof (2008), Updated electrical panel, newer laminate flooring and carpet plus updated window coverings. Conveniently located near parks and schools with quick access to I-88 for an easy commute. This home is clean, solid and move-in ready, while also offering tremendous upside for buyers looking to build equity. Be sure to view the additional photos at the property showcasing renovation concepts for the kitchen and the proposed conversion of the current fourth bedroom into a second full bathroom with a dedicated laundry room. Existing plumbing already runs through this room, making it an ideal location for the addition and offering buyers an inspiring vision of the home's future potential. Don't miss this opportunity to own a spacious home with great bones, valuable updates and room to make it your own! Property has been owned and well cared for by the same owner for 58 years.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 510 Best Ave
General
- Price: $250,000
- Taxes: $3,687 (2025)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12710590
- Updated: 8/3/2026
- Added to Site: 19 day(s) ago
Rental Information
- Complex Features: Park, Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights
Interior
- Basement: None
- Interior Features: 1st-Floor Bedroom, In-Law Floorplan, 1st-Floor Bath, Dining Combo
- Appliances: Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
- Flooring: Laminate
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
Additional Information
- Equipment: Cable TV, Ceiling Fan(s), Water Heater-Gas
- Other Features: School Bus Service, Commuter Bus, Interstate Access
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2.5
- Total Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Concrete, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
Location
- Area: De Kalb
- County: DeKalb
- Township: DeKalb
- Driving Directions: 7th Street to Best Avenue, home is on the Southwest corner of Best and Kent.
School Information
- School District: 428
- Elem School District: 428
- Midd School District: 428
- High School District: 428
Community
- Assoc. Fees Include: None
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air Conditioning
- Heating Type: Forced Air
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Info: Ranch
- Architectural Style: Ranch
- Construction: Vinyl Siding
- Exterior Const.: Vinyl Siding
- Basement Desc.: None
- Roof: Asphalt
- Windows: Screens
- Sub-Flooring: Laminate
- Square Feet: 1,392
- Sq. Ft. Source: Plans
- Year Built: 1959
- Built Before 1978: Yes
Lot Features
- Lot Size Range: .25 to .49 Acre
- Lot Dimensions: 80 x 140
- Lot Features: Corner Lot
Financial Considerations
- Assessment Year: 1959
- Tax Amount: $3,687
- Tax Year: 2025
- Pays Sewer: Public Sewer
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Property ID: 826351008
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Schools
Schools serving 510 Best Ave
School District:Dekalb Community Unit School District 428
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Founders Elementary School 821 South 7th Street, DeKalb, IL 60115 | K-5 | 0.7 mi |
Huntley Middle School 1515 South 4th Street, DeKalb, IL 60115 | 6-8 | 0.2 mi |
De Kalb High School 501 West Dresser Road, DeKalb, IL 60115 | 9-12 | 3 mi |
Disclaimer:
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Price & Sales History for 510 Best Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
7/20/2026
Listed
$250,000
—
MLS
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 510 Best Ave
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2024
$3,306
—
$59,678
10%
2024
$3,306
2%
$54,496
15%
2023
$3,249
-1%
$47,516
17%
2021
$3,285
-2%
$40,687
2%
2020
$3,339
12%
$40,038
4%
2019
$2,988
-4%
$38,464
4%
2018
$3,103
1%
$37,160
4%
2017
$3,079
2%
$35,721
3%
2016
$3,010
3%
$34,819
6%
2015
$2,924
-3%
$32,992
-3%
2014
$3,009
-2%
$34,030
-5%
2013
$3,080
-5%
$35,746
-9%
2012
$3,246
—
$39,251
—
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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510 Best Avenue, Dekalb, IL 60115 (MLS# 12710590) is a Single Family property with 4 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom. 510 Best Avenue is currently listed for $250,000 and was received on July 20, 2026. Want to learn more about 510 Best Avenue? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Dekalb? You can browse all Dekalb real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

