617 Dekalb Avenue — Sycamore, IL 60178
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Sycamore, IL 60178

617 Dekalb Avenue

$225,000
2 beds · 2 baths · 1,062 sqft
Listed at $225,000 9 days on market $4,758/yr taxes
01About this home

Charming Cape Cod in the heart of downtown Sycamore! This inviting two-bedroom, one-and-a-half-bath home blends classic character with everyday comfort. This home features arched doorways, natural woodwork & an open staircase! True narrow plank original hardwood floors. Enjoy relaxing by the cozy wood burning fireplace or step outside onto your private deck-perfect for relaxing, grilling, entertaining, or just enjoying quiet evenings overlooking the spacious yard. A full basement-partially finished offers additional possibilities. The oversized garage is a standout feature, offering ample room for multiple vehicles, recreational toys, or serving as an ideal workspace for the hobbyist or auto enthusiast. Conveniently located in-town. Shopping, Restaurants & Entertainment all nearby. This property offers flexible potential-whether you're looking for a comfortable primary residence, an investment rental, or a great option for the college student attending NIU-just six miles away (an 11-minute drive). A rare combination of charm, space, and versatility in a prime location-don't miss this opportunity! The statement of the curb appeal is the home's HUGE Stone Chimney! Lowest priced home available in Sycamore.

02Inside the home
03By the numbers
$225,000
List price
1,062
Square feet
2
Bedrooms
1 full / 1 half
Bathrooms
1940
Year built
0.16 ac
Lot size
3.5
Garage spaces
$4,758
Annual taxes
Cape Cod
Style
9
Days on market
04Features
Heating
Natural Gas
Cooling
Central Air
Appliances
RangeMicrowaveDishwasherRefrigeratorWasherDryer
Parking
ConcreteGarage Door OpenerGarage OwnedDetachedGarage
Construction
Aluminum Siding
Sewer
Public Sewer
05Neighborhood
  • Hink's Bar and Grill 0.3 mi
  • MVPs Sports Bar and Grill 0.3 mi
  • The Dirty Bird 0.4 mi
  • Cub and Spanks 0.4 mi
  • Culver's 0.7 mi
  • Taco Bell 0.8 mi
  • BP Shop 1000 ft
  • 7-Eleven 0.3 mi
  • Marathon 0.8 mi
  • Meijer 1.0 mi
  • Sycamore Historic District 0.4 mi
  • Kiwanis Park 0.6 mi
  • Sycamore Lake Rotary Park 0.8 mi
  • Leon D. Larson Memorial Park 1.0 mi
  • Old Mill Park 1.1 mi
  • Sycamore Forest Preserve 1.3 mi
  • Nothing surfaced nearby in our maps data.
POI data via Mapbox · OpenStreetMap contributors
06History

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

Jun 9, 2026
SoldThis listing
$240,000
May 7, 2026
Listed for saleThis listing
Realtopia Real Estate Inc
$225,000
Sourced from MRED. Older events appear here as our history backfill completes.
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Listed by Realtopia Real Estate Inc · Mike Srncik · 815-690-9570
MLS data provided through MLS GRID · MRED MLS · MLS# MRD12619594
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