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Property Description
Step into a home filled with character, space, and opportunity in an established DeKalb setting. This 3-bedroom, 1-bath home offers a versatile two-story layout with comfortable living and dining areas along with additional flexible spaces that can adapt to a variety of needs. A full unfinished basement provides valuable storage and future possibilities, while the spacious yard offers room to enjoy the outdoors. Conveniently located near local shopping, dining, schools, and other community amenities, this property is a great opportunity to bring your ideas and make the space your own.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 738 S 1st St
General
- Price: $149,900
- Taxes: $4,528 (2025)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12738344
- Updated: 8/22/2026
- Added to Site: 3 day(s) ago
Interior
- Basement: Unfinished
- Appliances: Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Electric Oven
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
Additional Information
- Equipment: Water Heater-Gas
- Other Features: School Bus Service
Parking
- Total Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Yes
Location
- Area: De Kalb
- County: DeKalb
- Township: DeKalb
- Driving Directions: Lincoln Hwy to S 1st St, south on S 1st St to property. Property is near the intersection of S 1st St and Bush St.
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: Natural Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Construction: Vinyl Siding
- Exterior Const.: Vinyl Siding
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Unfinished, Full
- Square Feet: 1,670
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Year Built: 1849
- Built Before 1978: Yes
Lot Features
- Lot Size Range: Less than .25 Acre
- Lot Dimensions: 8195
Financial Considerations
- Assessment Year: 1849
- Tax Amount: $4,528.2
- Tax Year: 2025
- Pays Sewer: Public Sewer
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Property ID: 822477015
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Schools
Schools serving 738 S 1st St
School District:Dekalb Community Unit School District 428
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Lincoln Elementary School, DeKalb, IL 220 East Sunset Place, DeKalb, IL 60115 | K-5 | 0.4 mi |
Huntley Middle School 1515 South 4th Street, DeKalb, IL 60115 | 6-8 | 0.9 mi |
De Kalb High School 501 West Dresser Road, DeKalb, IL 60115 | 9-12 | 2.1 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 738 S 1st St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
8/21/2026
Listed
$149,900
—
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 738 S 1st St
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2024
$4,170
—
$57,325
10%
2024
$4,170
-3%
$52,347
15%
2023
$4,296
-1%
$45,642
17%
2021
$4,325
-2%
$39,084
2%
2020
$4,423
2%
$38,461
4%
2019
$4,336
2%
$36,950
4%
2018
$4,234
-1%
$35,697
4%
2017
$4,274
1%
$34,314
3%
2016
$4,227
—
$33,448
6%
2015
$4,214
-8%
$31,692
-9%
2014
$4,564
—
$34,929
-5%
2013
$4,566
2%
$36,690
-9%
2012
$4,471
—
$40,288
—
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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738 S 1st Street, Dekalb, IL 60115 (MLS# 12738344) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom. 738 S 1st Street is currently listed for $149,900 and was received on August 21, 2026. Want to learn more about 738 S 1st Street? 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.

