742 S 4th Street — DeKalb, IL 60115
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▼ $24,100
DeKalb, IL 60115

742 S 4th Street

$249,900
4 beds · 2 baths · 1,824 sqft
$24,100 below original 29 days on market $1,982/yr taxes
01About this home

Historic Farmhouse Charm with Modern Updates on 1/3 Acre! Step into timeless character and modern comfort in this beautifully maintained historic farmhouse-style, two-story home filled with original architectural wood details, stunning moldings, and rich hardwood floors throughout. The repainted interior offers bright, welcoming spaces including a sunny living room and a cozy family room featuring a wood-burning fireplace with brick surround. A spacious dining room with charming alcove provides the perfect setting for gatherings and entertaining. The Kitchen cabinets have been freshly painted white and new LPV flooring in the Kitchen and Bath. The kitchen includes a walk-in pantry and opens to a beautiful three-season room with wood ceiling, featuring a relaxing hot tub/spa - perfect for unwinding year-round. Upstairs you'll find four bedrooms and the primary bathroom, offering plenty of space for family, guests, or a home office. This home has been thoughtfully updated with a fully replaced roof in 2024 and freshly painted exterior, making it truly move-in ready. Situated on 1/3 of an acre, the partially fenced yard features grapevines, apple trees, and pawpaw trees, along with a two-car detached garage with a 220 electric outlet, and an authentic, log cabin-style storage shed facing the park. This unique property combines historic charm, modern updates, and beautiful outdoor space - a rare find! Seller is offering a 1 year Home Warranty.

02Inside the home
03By the numbers
$249,900
List price
1,824
Square feet
4
Bedrooms
2 full
Bathrooms
1902
Year built
0.30 ac
Lot size
2
Garage spaces
$1,982
Annual taxes
Farmhouse
Style
29
Days on market
04Features
Heating
Radiant
Cooling
Window Unit(s)
Appliances
RangeRefrigeratorWasherDryerRange Hood
Parking
AsphaltGarage Door OpenerDetachedGarage
Construction
Aluminum Siding
Sewer
Public Sewer
05Neighborhood
  • The Grove Tavern 0.4 mi
  • Thai Pavillion 0.4 mi
  • Burger Naan 0.4 mi
  • The Flame 0.4 mi
  • Flamengo Restaurant and Ice Cream 0.4 mi
  • McDonald's 0.5 mi
  • Shell 0.6 mi
  • Jewel-Osco 0.7 mi
  • Marathon 1.0 mi
  • Citgo 1.2 mi
  • Gurukrupa Indian Grocery & Copy Services 1.2 mi
  • Fasmart #5228 - Annie Glidden Rd 1.4 mi
  • Raymond Park 550 ft
  • Yasunas Park 0.2 mi
  • Ellwood 0.3 mi
  • Library courtyard 0.3 mi
  • Liberty Park 0.4 mi
  • DeKalb Square 0.4 mi
  • Dunkin' 0.5 mi
  • Barb City Bagels 0.5 mi
  • Starbucks 1.0 mi
  • Cast Iron Coffee 1.2 mi
  • Starbucks 1.3 mi
  • Dunkin' 1.4 mi
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06History

Every event we have for this address, straight from the MLS.

May 10, 2026
Price reducedThis listing
Hayden Real Estate, Inc.
$249,900
−$24,100
Apr 3, 2026
Listed for saleThis listing
Hayden Real Estate, Inc.
$274,000
Sourced from MRED. Older events appear here as our history backfill completes.
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Listed by Hayden Real Estate, Inc. · Sherry Murphy · 815-761-4554
MLS data provided through MLS GRID · MRED MLS · MLS# MRD12599046
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