$209,000
- 5 Beds
- 1,572 sqft
208 John St, Dekalb, IL 60115
Est. Refi. Payment $1,606/mo*
Refinance Your HomeCurrently Off Market - Sold Aug 12, 2026 for $200,000
Home Value
Trulia Estimate
$209KSince last month
Increased$42K (+25%)Since last year
Increased$31K (+17.4%)Since last sale
Increased$12K (+5.9%)Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.
Trulia Estimate
The of this home's value increased by +232% in the last 10 years
| Month | Estimated value |
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2026 | |
| September 2026 | $212K |
| August 2026 | $206K |
| July 2026 | $170K |
| June 2026 | $167K |
| May 2026 | $162K |
| April 2026 | $182K |
| March 2026 | $185K |
| February 2026 | $182K |
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Comparable sales
These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.Address | Distance | Property Type | Sold Price | Sold Date | Bed | Bath | Sqft |
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0.10 | Single-Family Home | $197,500 | 11/12/25 | 4 | 1.5 | 2,116 | |
0.15 | Single-Family Home | $230,000 | 04/30/26 | 6 | 3.5 | 2,676 | |
0.10 | Single-Family Home | $105,200 | 04/08/26 | 3 | 2 | 1,612 | |
0.53 | Single-Family Home | $205,000 | 01/05/26 | 3 | 1.5 | 936 | |
0.58 | Single-Family Home | $220,000 | 12/05/25 | 4 | 2 | 1,460 | |
0.21 | Single-Family Home | $260,000 | 08/05/26 | 3 | 2.5 | 2,350 | |
0.69 | Single-Family Home | $255,000 | 06/16/26 | 4 | 2 | 1,570 | |
0.55 | Single-Family Home | $189,000 | 07/31/26 | 3 | 1 | 1,307 | |
0.57 | Single-Family Home | $237,000 | 05/08/26 | 3 | 2 | 1,299 |
Nearby home prices
Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.Address | Distance | Price | Bed | Bath | Sqft | Status |
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0.07 | $298,500 | 4 | 4 | - | Off Market | |
0.09 | $683,575 | 26 | 7 | 5,928 | For Sale | |
0.06 | $149,100 | 2 | 2 | - | Off Market | |
0.07 | $230,000 | 4 | 3 | 2,800 | Recently Sold | |
0.10 | $248,500 | 6 | 2 | - | Off Market | |
0.07 | $190,000 | 5 | 2 | - | Recently Sold | |
0.09 | $334,800 | 5 | 2 | - | Off Market | |
0.10 | $105,200 | 3 | 2 | 1,612 | Recently Sold | |
0.08 | $253,600 | 4 | 2 | 1,400 | Off Market | |
0.10 | $209,700 | 4 | 1.5 | 2,116 | Off Market | |
0.13 | $301,400 | 3 | 2 | 2,220 | Off Market | |
0.15 | $203,400 | 7 | 2 | - | Off Market |
Local Information
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Home Highlights
Single-Family Home
Built in 1910
1,572 sqft
$127/sqft
About this House
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208 John St, Dekalb, IL 60115 is a 5 bedroom, 1,572 sqft single-family home in North 5th Ward, built in 1910. It last sold for $200,000 on Aug 12, 2026. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $209,000, with a rent estimate of $1,977/month.
Home Details for 208 John St
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Year Built Year Built: 1910 |
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family Home |
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Price Price Per Sqft: $127/sqft |
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Units in Building: 1 |
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Lot Area: 3049 sqft |
Price and Tax history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
Aug 12, 2026 Source: N/A | Sold | $200,000 |
Apr 17, 2026 Source: N/A | Sold | $114,000 |
Aug 19, 2025 Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12343647 | ListingRemoved | $145,000 |
Jul 15, 2025 Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12343647 | PriceChange | $145,000 Price decreased by 3% |
Jun 10, 2025 Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12343647 | PriceChange | $149,900 Price decreased by 2% |
Jun 2, 2025 Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12343647 | PriceChange | $152,500 Price decreased by 2% |
May 19, 2025 Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12343647 | PriceChange | $155,000 Price decreased by 2% |
May 10, 2025 Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12343647 | PriceChange | $157,500 Price decreased by 2% |
Apr 21, 2025 Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12343647 | Listed For Sale | $160,000 |
May 10, 2021 Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11048615 | Sold | $124,500 |
Apr 10, 2021 Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11048615 | Contingent | $119,900 |
Apr 9, 2021 Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11048615 | Listed For Sale | $119,900 |
Mar 19, 2019 Source: N/A | Sold | $45,001 |
Feb 11, 2019 Source: Agent Provided | PriceChange | $90,408 Price increased by 0% |
Dec 28, 2018 Source: Agent Provided | Listed For Sale | $0 |
Jun 14, 2012 Source: Agent Provided | ListingRemoved | $119,900 |
Jan 10, 2012 Source: Agent Provided | Listed For Sale | $119,900 |
| Year | Property tax | Tax assessment |
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| 2025 | $3,913 | $55,535 |
Home facts updated by county records
Market trends in Dekalb
Last updated August 2026
Avg. sale price
$272K
$7.33KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
101.1%
Price per sq ft
$168
$1MoM
Available listings
64
5MoM
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What Locals Say about North 5th Ward
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100 % Say people would walk alone at night
100 % Say there are community events
100 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
100 % Say there are sidewalks
100 % Say yards are well-kept
100 % Say it's quiet
100 % Say there's wildlife
100 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores
100 % Say it's walkable to restaurants
100 % Say parking is easy
100 % Say car is needed
75 % Say neighbors are friendly
50 % Say there's holiday spirit
50 % Say streets are well-lit
50 % Say kids play outside
50 % Say it's dog friendly
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Frequently asked questions about 208 John St
- What is 208 John St estimated to be worth?Trulia's estimated value for 208 John St in Dekalb, IL is $209,000.
- What is the price history for 208 John St?208 John St in Dekalb, IL last sold for $200,000 in August 2026.
- Is Dekalb a buyer's or seller's market?Dekalb is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
- What's the median sale price in Dekalb?The median sale price in Dekalb is $272K. That is up $7.33K from the prior month.
- How big is the lot at 208 John St?The lot at 208 John St in Dekalb, IL is about 0.07 acres (3,049 sq ft).

