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Property Description
VERBALLY ACCEPTED OFFER. PAPERWORK PENDING. Versatile 3-unit property with flexible layout-can function as a 2-unit (2BD/1BA + 3BD/2BA) or a single-family 5BD/3BA home. Main level offers 2 bedrooms, 1 full bath, and a fully applianced kitchen (including dishwasher). Basement space includes shared laundry, a potential 3rd bedroom for the main unit, and a private patio area. Upper-level unit features a mudroom/laundry area, 2 bedrooms, 1 full bath, a fully applianced kitchen, and a small deck off the front entrance. Lower-level (basement) studio unit includes a kitchenette, a living/bedroom area with an egress window, a full bath, and a large closet. This space could alternatively serve as a 3rd bedroom for the main unit. All units have central air and are separately metered, including the 33x36 garage with a 13-foot door and workshop space, ideal for a tradesperson, storage, or additional rental income. Newer windows, cabinets, flooring, and appliances throughout. Fully fenced yard with garage access via private alley. Great location-walkable to downtown DeKalb, near schools, shopping, restaurants, NIU, and with easy tollway access. Excellent opportunity for owner-occupants (let tenants help pay the mortgage) or investors looking to expand their portfolio. Many possibilities-live in one unit and rent the rest, or convert to a spacious single-family home.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 512 N 6th St
General
- Sold For: $220,000
- Taxes: $6,488 (2024)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Multi-Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12421816
- Added to Site: 184 day(s) ago
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 5
Additional Information
- Equipment: Water Softener (Owned), Carbon Monoxide Detectors, Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump
- Other Features: School Bus Service, Interstate Access
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Roof Deck
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 6
- Total Spaces: 10
- Parking Features: Garage Door Opener, Garage, On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Assigned, Off-Alley, Owned
- Parking On-Site: Yes
Location
- Area: De Kalb
- County: DeKalb
- Driving Directions: Rt 38 (Lincoln Hwy)W, 6th St N to home.
School Information
- School District: 428
- Midd School District: 428
- High School: De Kalb High School
- Private School: De Kalb High School
Heating & Cooling
- Heating Type: Natural Gas, Forced Air
Utilities
- Water: Public
- Onsite: Cable Available
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Bungalow
- Construction: Aluminum Siding
- Exterior Const.: Aluminum Siding
- Basement Desc.: Partially Finished, Full
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
- Windows: Screens
- Year Built: 1954
- Built Before 1978: Yes
- Remodeled/Updated: 2015
Unit Information
- Units in Building: 3
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.17
- Lot Size Range: Less than .25 Acre
- Lot Dimensions: 46 x 165
- Fence: Yes
- Lot Features: Landscaped
- Zoning: MULTI
- Fencing (Description): Fenced
Financial Considerations
- Parking Included: Yes
- Assessment Year: 1954
- Tax Amount: $6,488.06
- Tax Year: 2024
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Property ID: 823131014
Listed by Coldwell Banker Real Estate Group
Sold by Willow Real Estate, Inc
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Schools
Schools serving 512 N 6th St
School District:Dekalb Community Unit School District 428
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Littlejohn Elementary School 1121 School Street, DeKalb, IL 60115 | K-5 | 0.5 mi |
Clinton Rosette Middle School 650 North 1st Street, DeKalb, IL 60115 | 6-8 | 0.4 mi |
De Kalb High School 501 West Dresser Road, DeKalb, IL 60115 | 9-12 | 1.6 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 512 N 6th St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
9/12/2025
Sold
$220,000
7.32%
MLS
7/16/2025
Listed
$205,000
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MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
512 N 6th Street, Dekalb, IL 60115 (MLS# 12421816) is a Multi-Family property that was sold at $220,000 on September 12, 2025. Want to learn more about 512 N 6th 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.

