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Property Description
A cozy and charming home, nestled on large lot in the heart of Shabbona! Welcome to 205 North Illini Street, come on in and get comfy! This beautifully maintained house features a generous living room & dining room, 2 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, main floor laundry and 3 adorable porches. Boasting the perfect combo of vintage appeal and new updates, this move-in ready property is waiting to be your next home sweet home! The first floor bedroom offers an attached fully remodeled half bath, and the second floor feels like it's own private retreat--featuring built in cabinet and closet space, a large bedroom and ample sized full bathroom. There is also an attic space with potential to become a third bedroom! The outside of this home is as beautiful as the inside; fully landscaped with gorgeous perennials and plenty of space for all of your outdoor & gardening activities! You'll find a 18'x12.5' storage shed adjacent to the laundry room/mud room, as well as a cute 12'x12' country garden shed in the backyard--perfect for storing your lawnmower or turning into that she-shed you've been dreaming of! Close to downtown businesses, Indian Creek Schools, and the renowned Shabbona Lake State Park! Other major updates include a new roof and new siding in 2025, a whole house water filtration system and humidifier, and new HVAC & water heater in 2018. It's the perfect time of year to move in and watch this small-town beauty bloom!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 205 N Illini St
General
- Price: $220,000
- Taxes: $2,144 (2024)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12602438
- Updated: 3/26/2026
- Added to Site: 1 day(s) ago
Interior
- Basement: Unfinished
- Appliances: Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Half Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 2
Parking
- Total Spaces: 4
- Parking Features: Off-Alley, Other, Unassigned, Yes
Location
- Area: Shabbona
- County: DeKalb
- Township: Shabbona
- Driving Directions: From Rt 30, turn North on Illini Street to home
School Information
- School District: 425
- Elem School District: 425
- Midd School District: 425
- High School District: 425
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: Aluminum Siding
- Exterior Const.: Aluminum Siding
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Unfinished, Partial
- Square Feet: 1,400
- Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
- Built Before 1978: Yes
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.2508
- Lot Size Range: .25 to .49 Acre
- Lot Dimensions: 75 x 144
Financial Considerations
- Parking Included: Yes
- Tax Amount: $2,144
- Tax Year: 2024
- Pays Sewer: Public Sewer
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Property ID: 1315254017
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Schools
Schools serving 205 N Illini St
School District:Indian Creek Community Unit District 425
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Shabbona Elementary School, Shabbona, IL 301 West Cherokee Avenue, Shabbona, IL 60550 | PK-4 | 0.3 mi |
Indian Creek Middle School 335 East Garfield Street, Waterman, IL 60556 | 5-8 | 5.3 mi |
Indian Creek High School 506 South Shabbona Road, Shabbona, IL 60550 | 9-12 | 0.5 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 205 N Illini St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
3/26/2026
Listed
$220,000
65.41%
MLS
9/07/2018
Sold
$133,000
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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 205 N Illini St
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2024
$2,144
-16%
$47,356
8%
2023
$2,567
-14%
$43,917
9%
2021
$2,983
4%
$40,132
6%
2020
$2,870
25%
$38,026
14%
2019
$2,293
111%
$33,339
23%
2018
$1,087
-2%
$27,056
6%
2017
$1,108
-1%
$25,428
4%
2016
$1,119
-4%
$24,422
6%
2015
$1,161
2%
$23,039
1%
2014
$1,142
-4%
$22,838
-3%
2013
$1,188
-16%
$23,504
-8%
2012
$1,420
—
$25,528
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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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205 N Illini Street, Shabbona, IL 60550 (MLS# 12602438) is a Single Family property with 2 bedrooms, 1 full bathroom and 1 partial bathroom. 205 N Illini Street is currently listed for $220,000 and was received on March 26, 2026. Want to learn more about 205 N Illini Street? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Shabbona? You can browse all Shabbona real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

