214 E  Elm St, Sycamore, IL 60178
OFF MARKET

214 E Elm St
Sycamore, IL 60178

  • 3 Beds
  • 1.5 Baths
  • 1,834 sqft

$273,300

Trulia Estimate
as of May 30, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $2,007/mo*

$273,300

Trulia Estimate
as of May 30, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $2,007/mo*
3 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,834 sqft

Local Information

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Description

Location, location! This home is just around the corner from downtown Sycamore shopping, dining and businesses. Charming 3 BR 1.1 BTH with screened porch, refinished woodwork and historic built-in cabinets. Enjoy the fireplace in the living room while entertaining in the formal dining room with wainscoting. Check out the bright kitchen with ample storage that overlooks breakfast area with windows overlooking backyard adjacent to the 1/2 bath. All 3 spacious bedrooms offer ceiling fan lights and ample closet storage. Spacious and updated upper level bath. Beautiful and private yard is over 9,000 sq feet with shaded brick patio. The 2.5 car garage has a full staircase to the attic and new siding & windows 2023. Updates include: new sewer line in parkway 2023; water filter system in kitchen and ice maker, 2022; New screens front porch, 2021; New siding/gutters and sump pump installed, 2020; New windows in LR/DR/upstairs hall/front BR/west BR, 2018; New furnace, 2013; Replaced sewer line from back of home to front porch, 2013; New Furnace, 2013; 12" Attic installation added, garage roof & decking done in 2012. Plus updated electric. Other improvements added driveway in 2011 and in 2009 complete tear off roof with 30 year shingles. All other windows have been replaced as well.
This property is off market, which means it's not currently listed for sale or rent on Trulia. This may be different from what's available on other websites or public sources. This description is from January 10, 2025

Home Highlights

Parking
Garage
Outdoor
Patio
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
No Info
Listed
180+ days ago

Home Details for 214 E Elm St

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Unfinished,PartialNumber of Rooms: 7Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Breakfast Room, Dining Room, Family Room, Foyer, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Screened Porch, Walk In Closet
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 1Number of Bathrooms (half): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1834 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Range, Refrigerator, Washer, DryerDryerRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural Gas,Forced AirHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Natural Gas
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 1Fireplace: Living RoomHas a FireplaceNo Spa
Gas & Electric
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Hardwood, Carpet
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Accessibility: No Disability AccessFloors: Hardwood, Carpet
Security
Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltPatio / Porch: Patio, ScreenedFoundation: Block, Brick/Mortar, Concrete Perimeter
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2Has a GarageNo Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 2Parking: Garage Door Opener,On Site,Garage Owned,Detached,Garage
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Property Information

Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family Residence
Building
Construction Materials: Vinyl SidingNot a New ConstructionNo Additional Parcels
Property Information
Parcel Number: 0632431002

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $254,914
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Sat Oct 19 2024Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Location

Direction & Address
City: Sycamore
School Information
Elementary School District: 427Jr High / Middle School District: 427High School District: 427

Agent Information

Buyer Agent
Buyer Company Name: Holzl Homes

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 2652 Square Feet

Community

Community Features: Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved

HOA

HOA Fee Includes: None

Lot Information

Lot Area: 9450 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: None

Offer

Listing Terms: Conventional

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 12187378

Additional Information

CurbsSidewalksStreet LightsStreet Paved
Last check for updates: about 2 hours ago
Listed by Erene Panos, (630) 240-0901
RE/MAX Action
Bought with: Carie Holzl, (630) 277-0569, Keller Williams Inspire - Geneva
Co-Buyer's Agent: Stacy Schoester, (630) 256-8164, Keller Williams Inspire - Geneva
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#12187378

Price History for 214 E Elm St

DatePriceEventSource
01/10/2025$253,000Sold
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12187378
10/19/2024$254,914ContingentMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12187378
10/13/2024$254,914Listed For SaleMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12187378
09/20/2024$259,914ListingRemovedMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12149078
09/14/2024$259,914PriceChange
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12149078
08/30/2024$264,914Listed For SaleMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12149078
06/26/2009$158,725Sold
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #07175697
04/11/2009$169,900Listed For SaleAgent Provided
10/28/2008$116,000Sold
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2024
Tax$5,007
Assessment$198,672
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 214 E Elm St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
0.14
Single-Family Home
$294,000
12/30/25
4
2
1,900
0.08
Single-Family Home
$330,000
08/01/25
3
1.5
1,650
0.35
Single-Family Home
$332,000
11/14/25
3
2
1,710
0.33
Single-Family Home
$320,000
10/10/25
3
2
1,788
0.28
Single-Family Home
$250,090
12/22/25
3
1
1,586
0.27
Single-Family Home
$270,000
03/13/26
3
2
1,056
0.35
Single-Family Home
$260,000
05/20/26
3
1
1,325
0.33
Single-Family Home
$150,000
03/17/26
3
2
1,710
0.34
Single-Family Home
$190,000
03/23/26
3
1.5
1,330
0.19
Single-Family Home
$269,900
09/19/25
4
2
1,821

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Assigned Schools

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What Locals Say about Sycamore

At least 178 Trulia users voted on each feature.
  • 95 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 94 % Say car is needed

  • 90 % Say parking is easy

  • 87 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 82 % Say kids play outside

  • 80 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 80 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 73 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 69 % Say it's quiet

  • 66 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 61 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 61 % Say there's wildlife

  • 60 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 57 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 39 % Say there are community events

  • 27 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • Tgt7yrt746
    "Good place to live. Friendly neighborhood and good food. Lots of shops and restaurants, low crime and good schools"
  • B W
    "Too many off leash dogs. Our dog got bit when another jumped the fence because it was about 24 inches tall for a giant dog. No one cleans up anything. "
  • Faith_sandy
    "Great school district and a charming downtown with great community events. It is an extremely safe area and many wonderful people."
  • Kristen N.
    "I used to live out here in sycamore Illinois, it's a very friendly neighborhood. Would love to live here again. "
  • Tlmcd
    "We have lived in Sycamore for 10 years now. We love it! Great schools with awesome teachers. Quaint downtown area with beautiful courthouse. Pumpkin fest is the best time of the year. "
  • Scheenc
    "Go to pumpkin fest! The heron creek neighborhood is relatively quiet, which is welcome if you ask me. "
  • Taylour F. B.
    "Sycamore is small town living , everyone knows everybody. It’s peaceful and being here in the Fall is traditionally beautiful."
  • Shellgardner
    "They would like the accessibility to dog area, there is a dog park nearby as well. It is administered by the park district. "
  • Lee T. .
    "Good schools. Low crime. Nice downtown. Variety of restaurants and bars. Close to shopping. Splash pad for the kiddos, our own fitness center. There’s an older community pool also. Parks and walking trails are nice. "
  • Jordan K.
    "We have pumpkin fest every year during Halloween which is super fun and it is a very community-oriented family friendly town"
  • Manny M. D.
    "Sycamore schools are great From all elementary schools to Middle/High school are great and they are safe "
  • Allym7226
    "Not a lot of rental units willing to work with dogs. There is a great shelter in the area for those into rescue animals like we are. "
  • Motivateu
    "Great schools and parks. Shopping and restaurants. Community pool, gym, forest preserve. Small town feel "
  • Rdquick
    "Good schools, safe for kids and walks, great walking trails and park close by. Don’t have to worry about crime. "
  • Jordan K.
    "Sycamore is very safe and very community oriented, great town to grow up in. A little far from things to do but pretty cheap to live. "
  • friendly neighbor
    "In the summer , most of the neighbors gather and sit and chat amongst one another several times a week. Friendly neighborhood "
  • Abby S.
    "Nice well lit sidewalks and safe to walk at any time of day. No real cons for living in this area. Pet friendly area. "
  • Dekff558
    "nice neighborhood. everyone is friendly and the area is safe. good schools and nice downtown. you find people walking and kids playing in the parks or riding bikes "
  • Kindletime923
    "I’ve lived in this neighborhood for 5 years plus and simply love it! The neighbors are friendly and fun. There is a neighborhood cemetery nearby that is very well kept and everyone walks there. There is an elementary school about a half mile and the high school about the same distance. The downtown is about a half mile in the other direction. There are two parades that are worthy to mention. One is the largest parade in Illinois held in October which is 3 blocks away and the other is the Memorial Day parade that is rather quite small but goes by right in front of the house."
  • Tina e.
    "Our family has lived in Sycamore for 17 years and we believe our neighborhood is the most perfect spot! One half mile to town and one half mile to the river and trails! "
  • Jim L.
    "I've lived in this beautiful neighborhood for nearly 40 years and have no reason to leave. it has everything anyone could ask for."
  • Beth S.
    "It's a quiet and peaceful area. Neighbors tend to keep an eye out for each other. It's within walking distance to a park and both an elementary school and the high school. "

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214 E Elm St, Sycamore, IL 60178 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,834 sqft single-family home. This property is not currently available for sale. 214 E Elm St was last sold on Jan 10, 2025 for $253,000 (1% lower than the asking price of $254,914). The current Trulia Estimate for 214 E Elm St is $273,300.