738 S 3rd Street, Dekalb, IL 60115

$175,000 Asking Price

2 beds
1 bath
1,044  sqft
Built in 1924

You will absolutely FALL IN LOVE with the charm and character of this lovely brick bungalow from the time you step foot on the open porch and understand the expression, "You had me at Hello!" The design of this home is functional and open, making for one level, EASY LIVING but the aesthetic is what will speak to your heart. Warm and inviting features like hardwood floors, natural woodwork, and a brick fireplace greet you upon entering, with a quaint window seat and full wall of built-in shelving. 9' volume ceilings and large windows throughout create a light airy feeling and provide lots of natural light. Spacious formal dining room is at the heart of the home and could be used as additional lounging or office space, depending on your needs. Your eyes will be drawn to the wood shiplap ceiling in the lovely kitchen and is completed with appliances, built-in shelving and the "must have" window above the sink! French door leads to side entry and unfinished basement. Down the hallway are 2 bedrooms and a full bath with pedestal sink, ceramic tile and a linen closet for all your storage needs. Outside you'll find a deep, fenced backyard with paver patio and off-street parking. Feel confident with recent IMPORTANT updates (less than 2 years new!): 4 New Windows, Central Air, Furnace & Dishwasher. Enjoy the beauty of an established neighborhood and the convenience of nearby parks, shopping, golf, downtown and easy access to I-88. Affordable AND Adorable!


Features & Amenities

Interior

General:
Hardwood Floors, First Floor Bedroom, First Floor Full Bath, Built-in Features, Bookcases, Ceilings - 9 Foot, Separate Dining Room
Rooms:
No additional rooms
Appliances:
Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Dining:
Separate
Basement:
Full
A/C:
Central Air
Heating:
Natural Gas
Fireplace:
Electric, Insert, Fireplaces: 1
Disability Feature:
None

Exterior

General:
Brick, Patio
Style:
Bungalow
Parking:
Off Street, Parking spaces: 2

Construction

General:
1 Story

Location

HOA Amenities:
Not Applicable
Originating MLS:
mred
School District:
428
County:
DeKalb

Lot

Zoning:
0822479014

Utilities

Water:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer

Financial

Source:
mred
Ownership:
Fee Simple
Buyers Agent Compensation:
2.5% - $300

This listing courtesy of:
Willow Real Estate, Inc, Jayne Menne

About Dekalb, IL

Housing

Number of Units
18,242
Median Home Value
$169,765
Median Rent
$798

59.47% of housing units are renter occupied.

9.42% are vacant.

Commute

Car
78.11%
Public Transportation
1.35%
Walk to Work
6.04%
Work from Home
12.89%
Other
0.95%

The median travel time to work is 19 minutes.

People

Population
44,572
Median Age
30.60
Median Household Size
2.71

Education

High School
21.85%
Associate’s Degree
9.09%
Bachelor’s Degree
23.19%
Graduate Degree
15.87%

Disclaimer: Community and Demographic information uses data from the U.S. Census Bureau but is not endorsed or certified by the Census Bureau.

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