618 Russell Road, Dekalb, IL 60115 - Photo 1

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$215,000

Sold
Closed
Single Family
5 Beds
2 Full Baths
2,109 Sq. Ft.
2 Car Garage

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Property Description

Stop the car!! Property with Tons of Potential! Located just minutes from Northern Illinois University, this spacious 5-bedroom, 2-bathroom home with hardwood floors thought out is a rare opportunity for investors, flippers, or anyone looking to customize their own space. With over 2100 sqft of living space, this property offers a functional layout and solid bones, but needs cosmetic updates and repairs to bring it back to life. Situated in a prime location close to campus, downtown DeKalb, shopping, dining, and public transit, this home is ideal for student housing or a family residence. The large lot, 5 car driveway, and potential for high rental income make this a smart buy. Bring your vision and make this property shine-opportunities like this don't last long! Key Located close to NIU, public transportation, and amenities large yard and driveway Great investment or rental opportunity, priced accordingly Being sold AS-IS.

Full Property Details

Full Property Details for 618 Russell Rd

General

Sold For: $215,000
Taxes: $4,010 (2023)
Status: Closed
Type: Single Family
Source: MRED
MLS ID: 12357742
Added to Site: 253 day(s) ago

Interior

Interior Features: 1st-Floor Bedroom
Fireplace: Yes
Fireplace(s): Living Room
Appliances: Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Disposal

Rooms

Bathrooms

Total Bathrooms: 2
Full Bathrooms: 2

Bedrooms

Total Bedrooms: 5

Parking

Garage: Yes
Attached garage: Yes
Garage Spaces: 2
Total Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Concrete, On Site, Attached, Garage
Parking On-Site: Yes

Location

Area: De Kalb
County: DeKalb
Driving Directions: Annie Glidden to Crane, East to Russell.

School Information

School District: 428
Midd School District: 428

Community

Assoc. Fees Include: None

Heating & Cooling

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

Utilities

Water: Public

Structural Information

Construction: Other
Exterior Const.: Other
Basement Desc.: Unfinished, Full
Square Feet: 2,109
Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
Year Built: 1968
Built Before 1978: Yes

Lot Features

Lot Size Range: .25 to .49 Acre
Lot Dimensions: 66 x 302

Financial Considerations

Parking Included: Yes
Assessment Year: 1968
Tax Amount: $4,010
Tax Year: 2023

Disclosures and Reports

Ownership: Fee Simple
Property ID: 815330005

Listed by Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Starck Real Estate
Sold by OnPath Realty Inc.

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Schools

Schools serving 618 Russell Rd

School District:Dekalb Community Unit School District 428

Name	Grades	Distance
Founders Elementary School 821 South 7th Street, DeKalb, IL 60115	K-5	1.6 mi
Clinton Rosette Middle School 650 North 1st Street, DeKalb, IL 60115	6-8	1 mi
De Kalb High School 501 West Dresser Road, DeKalb, IL 60115	9-12	1.1 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 618 Russell Rd

Date

Details

Price

Change

Source

7/18/2025

Sold

$215,000

11.46%

MLS

5/07/2025

Listed

$192,900

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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.

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618 Russell Road, Dekalb, IL 60115 (MLS# 12357742) is a Single Family property that was sold at $215,000 on July 18, 2025. Want to learn more about 618 Russell Road? 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.

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