Sold346d on marketHistoric · 127 yrs
117 Park Ave
Dekalb, IL, 60115 • North 5th Ward • DeKalb County
$273,000
$123/sqft
3Beds
2Baths
2,220Sqft
0.17 acLot
1899Built
Property DNA
Victorian Style
Built 1899 · 127 years of history
Outdoor Living
Roof Deck · Deck · Patio
1 Fireplace
Wood Burning · Other
2-Car Garage
Concrete · Garage Door Opener · Garage Owned · Detached · Garage
This home is in high demand
Listed 346 days ago · 8 views · Top 2% likely to sell soon
Market activity
Demand and pricing signals for this listing
8 views
People checking out this listing
346 days on market
Established listing
$123/sqft
Price per square foot
Selling Soon Prediction
Very HighThis home ranks in the top 2% of listings most likely to go under contract soon, based on market activity and demand signals.
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About this home
Single Family · Built 1899 · Historic
Charming Victorian Gem! Step into timeless elegance with this stunning Victorian home, featuring exquisite original woodwork, gleaming hardwood floors, elegant pocket doors, an intricate coffered ceiling, and a breathtaking fireplace. The first floor boasts a welcoming living room, a cozy sitting room, and a formal dining area-perfect for entertaining. The beautifully remodeled kitchen shines with brand-new stainless steel appliances, fresh paint, and new flooring. Completing the main level is a fully updated bathroom for added convenience. Upstairs, you'll find three spacious bedrooms, each with generous walk-in closets. Off the main bathroom includes a laundry hookup, and the walk-up attic is ready to be finished, offering endless possibilities. Additional highlights include a whole-house fan, updated copper piping, all-new electrical, an upgraded water heater with instant hot water, a newer furnace, and a brand-new roof. The basement workshop, dual staircase, and inviting front porch add even more character. Outside, the fenced backyard leads to a two-car detached garage. Nestled in the heart of DeKalb and just a short walk to NIU, this home is a must-see to truly appreciate its timeless beauty!
Standout features identified
Our analysis highlights exquisite original woodwork, breathtaking fireplace, and fenced backyard as key attractions of this home.
Estimated monthly payment
Based on current rates
$1,702/month
Principal & Interest$1,338
Property Tax$273
Insurance$91
Down payment20% ($54,600)
3%50%
Est. 6.20% rate · 30yr fixed · $218,400 loan
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Key facts and listing details
TypeSingle Family Residence
Year Built1899
HeatingNatural Gas, Forced Air
CoolingWall Unit(s)
Parking2 Garage spaces
Lot7,405 sqft
Property
Home typeSingle Family
Sub-typeSingle Family Residence
StyleVictorian
Year built1899
Stories2
Systems
HeatingNatural Gas, Forced Air
CoolingWall Unit(s)
RoofAsphalt
ConstructionCedar
Water / SewerPublic / Public Sewer
Parking & Outdoor
ParkingConcrete, Garage Door Opener, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
Garage2 spaces
BasementUnfinished,Full
Fireplaces1
FencingFenced,Wood
Lot7,405 sqft
Location & Tax
NeighborhoodNorth 5th Ward
Annual tax$6,137
Parcel0822277018
Bathrooms & Fees
Full baths2
Features & details
11 categories of property features
Interior Features
Appliances
Range
Microwave
Dishwasher
Refrigerator
Washer
Dryer
Disposal
Humidifier
Heating
Natural Gas
Forced Air
Cooling
Wall Unit(s)
Fireplace
Wood Burning
Other
Accessibility
No Disability Access
Exterior Features
Parking
Concrete
Garage Door Opener
Garage Owned
Detached
Garage
Construction
Cedar
Patio & Porch
Roof Deck
Deck
Patio
Lot Features
Corner Lot
Community
Curbs
Sidewalks
Street Lights
Other Equipment
Water-Softener Owned
TV-Cable
Ceiling Fan(s)
Room details
19 rooms detailed
Master Bedroom
Second14×12 ft168 sqft
Flooring (Hardwood)
Bedroom2
Second13×10 ft130 sqft
Flooring (Hardwood)
Bedroom3
Second13×11 ft143 sqft
Flooring (Hardwood)
Bedroom4
Other
Other
Listing insights
Market data and value estimates
StatusSold
Days on market346
Est. value$292,200
Est. rent$1,915/mo
Tax rate2.33%
Price/sqft$123
On marketMar 26, 2025
PostedMar 26, 2025
Last sold$273,000
MLS statusClosed
MLS updatedMay 1, 2025
Tour days6
Views8
How are the schools in Dekalb?
3 schools rated nearby
Location
Dekalb, IL, 60115
Price history
18 events
DateEventPrice$/sqftSource
Apr 28, 2025Sold$273,000$123MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Mar 31, 2025Contingent$269,900$122MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Mar 26, 2025Listed For Sale$269,900$122MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Nov 9, 2022Listing Removed——Zillow Rental Manager
Nov 2, 2022Listed For Rent$1,950$1Zillow Rental Manager
Nov 2, 2022Listing Removed——BHHS broker feed
Oct 26, 2022Price Change$210,000$95MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Oct 11, 2022Price Change$219,000$99MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Oct 4, 2022Price Change$227,500$102MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Sep 19, 2022Price Change$228,000$103MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Aug 28, 2022Price Change$230,000$104MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Aug 9, 2022Listed For Sale$235,000$106MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Jun 2, 2022Contingent$235,000$106MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
May 27, 2022Listed For Sale$235,000$106MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Mar 24, 2021Listing Removed——Owner
Apr 14, 2018Listing Removed$1,500$1Owner
Apr 10, 2018Listed For Rent$1,500$1Owner
Mar 30, 2007Sold$225,000$101MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Sold$273,000
Apr 28, 2025•$123/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Contingent$269,900
Mar 31, 2025•$122/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Listed For Sale$269,900
Mar 26, 2025•$122/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Listing Removed—
Nov 9, 2022•Zillow Rental Manager
Listed For Rent$1,950
Nov 2, 2022•$1/sqft•Zillow Rental Manager
Listing Removed—
Nov 2, 2022•BHHS broker feed
Price Change$210,000
Oct 26, 2022•$95/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Price Change$219,000
Oct 11, 2022•$99/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Price Change$227,500
Oct 4, 2022•$102/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Price Change$228,000
Sep 19, 2022•$103/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Price Change$230,000
Aug 28, 2022•$104/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Listed For Sale$235,000
Aug 9, 2022•$106/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Contingent$235,000
Jun 2, 2022•$106/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Listed For Sale$235,000
May 27, 2022•$106/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Listing Removed—
Mar 24, 2021•Owner
Listing Removed$1,500
Apr 14, 2018•$1/sqft•Owner
Listed For Rent$1,500
Apr 10, 2018•$1/sqft•Owner
Sold$225,000
Mar 30, 2007•$101/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Tax history
19 years of records
YearTax paidAssessed value
Apr 10, 2024$5,957$74,778
Apr 10, 2023$6,137$65,200
Apr 10, 2022$6,016$59,527
Apr 10, 2021$6,178$55,831
Apr 10, 2020$6,318$54,941
Apr 10, 2019$6,194$52,782
Apr 10, 2018$6,048$50,992
Apr 10, 2017$5,358$49,016
Apr 10, 2016$5,279$47,778
Apr 10, 2015—$45,270
Apr 10, 2014—$44,512
Apr 10, 2013—$46,756
Apr 10, 2012—$51,341
Apr 10, 2011—$56,400
Apr 10, 2010—$59,615
Apr 10, 2009—$63,475
Apr 10, 2008—$62,537
Apr 10, 2007—$60,645
Apr 10, 2006—$53,944
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Neighborhood details
Local context around this listing
Dekalb, IL • DeKalb County
Nearby neighborhoods
Greek RowNorth 5th WardPleasent Street
Nearby cities
DekalbGenoaHinckleyKingstonKirklandMaltaMaple ParkSandwich
Nearby zip codes
601116011260115
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