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Property Description
This homesite is widely considered the best lot in all of DeKalb County. Comprised of 0.87 acres, the property features views of the pond and is very private and heavily wooded. It is situated at the end of the Merry Oaks Drive cul-de-sac, so there is virtually no traffic and therefore extremely quiet. Merry Oaks features walking trails and is close to downtown Sycamore. Bring your own builder and make this property your dream home!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for Lot 86 Merry Oaks Dr
General
- Price: $149,900
- Taxes: $3,000 (2023)
- Status: Active
- Type: Lots/Land
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12571936
- Updated: 2/18/2026
- Added to Site: 2 day(s) ago
Location
- Area: Sycamore
- County: DeKalb
- Township: Sycamore
- Subdivision: Merry Oaks
- Driving Directions: Rt 23 (Main St) to Merry Oaks Dr W to the end of the street. Located in the cul de sac.
School Information
- School District: 427
- Elem School District: 427
- Midd School District: 427
- High School District: 427
Utilities
- Water: Municipal Water
- Onsite: Electricity to Site, Natural Gas Available, Sewer Connected, Water Available
Structural Information
- Square Feet: 0.87
- Current Bldg. Use: Single Family
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.87
- Lot Size Range: .50 to .99 Acre
- Lot Dimensions: 116 x 225 x 178 x 16 x 73 x 192
- Frontage: City Street
- Frontage Feet: 116
- Street/Road Desc.: Asphalt
- Zoning: SINGL
- Lot Description: Pond/Lake, Wooded
Water Features
- Water Front: Yes
- Water Front View: Back of Property
Financial Considerations
- Tax Amount: $3,000
- Tax Year: 2023
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple with Homeowners Association
- Property ID: 620452001
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Price & Sales History for Lot 86 Merry Oaks Dr
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
2/18/2026
Listed
$149,900
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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.
Tax History
Tax History for Lot 86 Merry Oaks Dr
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2024
$1,270
-2%
$15,279
6%
2023
$1,302
5%
$14,389
12%
2021
$1,239
4%
$12,842
5%
2020
$1,190
5%
$12,175
5%
2019
$1,138
-3%
$11,566
-1%
2018
$1,169
3%
$11,686
5%
2017
$1,136
2%
$11,155
4%
2016
$1,116
-1%
$10,675
4%
2015
$1,131
—
$10,238
3%
2014
$1,128
—
$9,931
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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.
Estimate the Cost
Estimate the Cost for Lot 86 Merry Oaks Dr
Lot 86 Merry Oaks Drive, Sycamore, IL 60178 (MLS# 12571936) is a Lots/Land property with a lot size of 0.87 acres. Lot 86 Merry Oaks Drive is currently listed for $149,900 and was received on February 18, 2026. Want to learn more about Lot 86 Merry Oaks Drive? Do you have questions about finding other Lots/Land real estate for sale in Sycamore? You can browse all Sycamore real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

