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Property Description
Bring your fairy tales to life in this Sycamore gem. The home unfolds with a charming parlor/sitting room flowing into the living room, showcasing original baseboards and windows, and then through pocket doors to the formal dining room. The well-appointed kitchen features stainless steel appliances, luxurious tile, updated cabinet fronts on original frames, and wainscoting crafted from reclaimed wood from the historic Sycamore Courthouse Hanger-one of the many unique touches connecting this home to Sycamore's rich past. Discover original 1900s leaded glass and gleaming hardwood floors on the first level, transitioning to original maple flooring upstairs. Display your literary passion on the built-in bookshelves, and never worry about storage space with a full basement and attic. Even the little ones have a hideout under the stairs! Convenience is key with a remodeled first-floor 3/4 bath (ceramic floor) and an updated second-floor full bath boasting a double vanity (bubble jetted tub sold "as is"). A second staircase off the kitchen leads to the upper level, while another ascends to the unfinished attic, previously plumbed for a half bath. The upstairs laundry room offers the potential for a fifth bedroom. Modern comforts include 200 Amp service, newer basement plumbing and water service, HVAC replaced in2024. The impressive 2.5 car garage, built in 2010, features heated floors and a substantial 13 x 30 loft-a fantastic recreation space or "man/woman cave," complete with a workbench and included cabinets, and heated by natural gas. Perched above the heated, oversized 2-car garage is a full-size loft The backyard is partially fenced, while the serene front porch offers a peaceful retreat. New dishwasher is on order. The second-floor washer and dryer can be moved to the basement before move-in upon request.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 714 DeKalb Ave
General
- Sold For: $355,000
- Taxes: $5,790 (2023)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12331308
- Added to Site: 320 day(s) ago
Interior
- Interior Features: 1st-Floor Bath, High Ceilings
- Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, High-End Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Water Softener Rented
- Flooring: Hardwood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Bathroom Features: No Tub
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
Additional Information
- Equipment: Water Softener (Rented), Carbon Monoxide Detectors, Ceiling Fan(s)
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Total Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Concrete, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
- Parking On-Site: Yes
Location
- Area: Sycamore
- County: DeKalb
- Driving Directions: Located on Rt 23/DeKalb Ave, South side of street. Home faces DeKalb Ave, driveway to garage and parking is on Washington St. (2nd Drive) Park in Back and use Back door to enter please.
School Information
- School District: 427
- Midd School District: 427
Community
- Assoc. Fees Include: None
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air Conditioning
- Heating Type: Natural Gas, Forced Air
Utilities
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Construction: Vinyl Siding
- Exterior Const.: Vinyl Siding
- Basement Desc.: Unfinished, Full
- Sub-Flooring: Hardwood
- Square Feet: 1,972
- Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
- Year Built: 1900
- Built Before 1978: Yes
Additional Structures
- Other Structures: Workshop
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.235
- Lot Size Range: Less than .25 Acre
- Lot Dimensions: 69 x 148
Financial Considerations
- Parking Included: Yes
- Assessment Year: 1900
- Tax Amount: $5,790.02
- Tax Year: 2023
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Property ID: 632310028
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Schools
Schools serving 714 DeKalb Ave
School District:Sycamore Community Unit School District 427
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Sycamore High School 427 Spartan Trail, Sycamore, IL 60178 | 9-12 | 0.5 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 714 DeKalb Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
5/30/2025
Sold
$355,000
1.43%
MLS
4/07/2025
Listed
$350,000
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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.
714 Dekalb Avenue, Sycamore, IL 60178 (MLS# 12331308) is a Single Family property that was sold at $355,000 on May 30, 2025. Want to learn more about 714 Dekalb Avenue? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Sycamore? You can browse all Sycamore real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

