901 S 5th St, Dekalb, IL 60115
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OFF MARKET

901 S 5th St
Dekalb, IL 60115

  • 3 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 1,500 sqft

$192,500

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 31, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,439/mo*
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$192,500

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 31, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,439/mo*
Refinance Your Home
3 Beds
1 Bath
1,500 sqft

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1957
Living Area
1,500 sqft
Price/Sqft
$128

About this House

Investor opportunity! This property is being offered at Public Auction on 03-28-2019. Visit Auction.com now to view additional photos, Property Inspection Report with title information, plat maps and interior inspection reports when available. Auction.com is the nation's leading real estate transaction platform focused exclusively on the sale of residential foreclosure and bank-owned properties. The majority of these properties are priced below market value. Don't miss this special opportunity to buy homes at wholesale prices! In addition to this property, 81 other properties are scheduled for sale at this same Foreclosure Sale. In our online auctions and live Foreclosure Sales, Auction.com currently has 1 properties scheduled for sale in DeKalb County and 2358 throughout Illinois. All properties and sale details can be found with a simple search at Auction.com. Create a FREE account today to find more properties like this one, save searches of properties that meet your investment criteria and have the properties you're looking for emailed directly to you when posted in an upcoming sale event. To view the complete details of this exact property, click the Auction.com link below or paste the Property ID 2702149 into the search bar at Auction.com
901 S 5th St, Dekalb, IL 60115 is a 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,500 sqft single-family home built in 1957. It last sold for $80,000 on Jul 18, 2014. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $192,500, with a rent estimate of $1,727/month.

Home Details for 901 S 5th St

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, GasAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2
Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 5Types of Rooms: Family Room

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Other
Parking & Garage
Parking Spaces: 5

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1957
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Other

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 8276 sqft

Price History for 901 S 5th St

DatePriceEventSource
03/29/2019$93,314ListingRemovedAgent Provided
02/11/2019$93,314PriceChange
Agent Provided
12/04/2018$0Listed For SaleAgent Provided
07/18/2014$80,000Sold
N/A
02/25/2014$54,000Sold
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #08515545
02/23/2014$52,500PendingAgent Provided
02/06/2014$52,500Listed For SaleAgent Provided
07/18/2013$65,900ListingRemovedAgent Provided
05/22/2013$65,900Listed For SaleAgent Provided
03/31/2013$69,500ListingRemovedAgent Provided
11/21/2012$69,500Listed For SaleAgent Provided
02/28/2007$140,000Sold
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #06372721

Market trends in Dekalb

Last updated June 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$271K
$17.33KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
100.6%
0.6%MoM
Price per sq ft
$167
$4MoM
Available listings
70
11MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2024
Tax$3,630
Assessment$154,698
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 901 S 5th St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
1118 Holmes Pl, Dekalb, IL
0.18
Single-Family Home
$260,000
03/13/26
3
1
1,408
1122 Holmes Pl, Dekalb, IL
0.19
Single-Family Home
$262,000
06/18/26
3
2
1,568
934 E Garden St, Dekalb, IL
0.48
Single-Family Home
$170,000
01/16/26
3
1
1,408
501 Spring Ave, Dekalb, IL
0.38
Single-Family Home
$205,000
09/30/25
3
1
925
945 S 7th St, Dekalb, IL
0.17
Single-Family Home
$150,000
12/23/25
2
1
638
532 Harvey St, Dekalb, IL
0.12
Single-Family Home
$282,000
08/01/25
4
2
1,800
1207 S 2nd St, Dekalb, IL
0.38
Single-Family Home
$240,000
11/20/25
3
1
1,116
501 S 11th St, Dekalb, IL
0.56
Single-Family Home
$148,500
06/16/26
3
1
1,050
1155 S 5th St, Dekalb, IL
0.30
Single-Family Home
$221,000
02/12/26
3
2
1,195
708 S 1st St, Dekalb, IL
0.40
Single-Family Home
$180,000
02/04/26
3
2
1,344

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Assigned Schools

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What Locals Say about Dekalb

At least 324 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 91 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 85 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 85 % Say car is needed

  • 78 % Say parking is easy

  • 69 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 68 % Say kids play outside

  • 62 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 61 % Say there's wildlife

  • 59 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 57 % Say it's quiet

  • 55 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 52 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 46 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 42 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 34 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 21 % Say there are community events

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  • Zaori09
    "I’ve lived in my current neighborhood for 10 years. Neighbors are friendly and we are a few blocks from downtown. "
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  • Zaori09
    "I’ve live ld in this neighborhood for 9 1/2 years. Neighbors are nice and a great place to take walks with the fam! "
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  • Zaori09
    "They like that it’s a great area to walk their dog. Quiet and for the most part safe to walk dogs. I see many people walking their dogs. "
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  • Zaori09
    "For the most part quiet place to live. Nice college campus town. Many things to do, especially in the summer. "
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  • Kiarawrigh05
    "I have been living out here for years and there are friendly people. You can walk to the park etc. The rent is affordable and nice"
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  • Trulia User
    "Mostly older residents and homes, but some lower income housing south of Taylor. Many people walk and feels safe! "
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  • Trulia User
    "Eh have a great market twine a year called Back Alley Market. Over 100 vendors!! vintage, handmade and food"
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  • Katie B.
    "Walking to downtown Dekalb! So many restaurants and two breweries within walking distance of our house! It’s great to feel connected to the downtown even being a little under a mile away, we never feel too far from anything!"
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  • Tsipes87
    "several school in the neighborhood, convenient location for shopping/restaurants, family friendly area"
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  • Michael T.
    "Some community events like the Somonauk Summer Fest, DeKalb Corn Fest, Kite Fest, and Sandwhich Fest make my neighborhood special. "
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  • Miangaly R.
    "They walk there dog anytime they want and anywhere but it’s fine for me because I like them.However,they should keep them quite because some people seem not to like them and sometimes get’s into a argue "
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  • Karla
    "it’s a nice place to grow up in if you live in the right areas. places here are more expensive because of the n.i.u. being here so it’s harder finding a place to live if you’re on a budget."
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  • Jsalinas.04.22.t
    "This is a good area to raise your kids. it's safe for kids to play outside not a lot of traffic and 2 parks near by."
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  • Elisabeth C.
    "Cheap living with a community feel. Nice, friendly neighbors. Parks for kids. Unfortunate moving in of businesses but if you’re in the back of the neighborhood, it’s not an issue except for unsightliness. We have lived here for going on 9 years and have been pretty happy with things. "
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  • Christopher I.
    "I've lived in DeKalb for 15 years of my life. Something about it will always feel like home. Whether it's the cornfields and slow pace, or the vibe downtown I will never know. "
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  • Adijat
    "There is a college campus so student buses are available in addition to other services. There is a high school and community college not too far as well."
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  • Felicia
    "The area around here by the a Resource bank is quite. People who walk their dogs around here are good with cleaning up after their dogs. This area is close to many restaurants, grocery stores, Walmart being the main one. Neighbors are ok they are polite."
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  • Deborahbrue
    "Great neighborhood, delightful homes, golf course views, wooded and lovely gardens in bloom, nice neighbors, public bike and walking path nearby. Peaceful and Safe. "
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  • Katie B.
    "A lot of people that live in this neighborhood have dogs. Neighbors are super friendly when you walk around the neighborhood. "
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  • Toberocha100
    "it is good neighborhood I can go for a walk and everything is good. is only a few areas those are not to safe. but is nice town"
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  • Jim Davis
    "I have lived here for 61 years out of 65 4 years in the military. I have a great neighborhood and everyone speaks to each other . If you need to there is a bus line that runs all over town . "
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  • Katie
    "Nearly everyone has a dog! Very pet friendly and easy to walk dogs in this neighborhood! While 7th street is busy, the streets above and below it are great for walking!"
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  • Fee
    "Unless you are getting your own house. Most apartments here charge a fee for your pet plus extra while paying rent. People in this neighborhood don’t like walking in dog poop so it’s best to make sure you clean up after you dog. "
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  • Christopher L.
    "bring back the neighborhood block party and the city should have one two. the only problem is I can't invite someone from out of town to the event because there's no parking where they doesn't fear being towed"
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  • Olivia W.
    "I’ve lived in Dekalb for quite some time. It has its perks but there is a lot of crime. It’s more secluded on one side of town but it’s not limited. I wouldn’t raise your kids here"
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  • Christopher L.
    "a bit on the pothole side but it's been remedied heading Northeast out of the DeKalb 15 minute drive"
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  • Felicia
    "The cornfest, the Greek feat, the fireworks show on the 4th, and other activities as well. It's a pretty decent area near the Y."
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  • Felicia
    "Grateful for the buses. They could start earlier & stop after midnight, but living here a car is needed, period, point, blank. "
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  • Fee
    "This town has decent transportation to get around town but a car is essential. You wouldn't want to live here without one. Trust."
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  • Andrew B.
    "they wouldn't like how much crime is on my street we have very little room and the parties are out of control loud music "
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  • Andrew D.
    "My commute is into downtown Sycamore about 15 minutes and 5 miles. Traffic is light and it is an easy drive. "
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  • Danielledme2
    "I love the neighborhood we live in. Very friendly and not too much traffic. I feel very comfortable spending time outside playing with my family or taking walks. "
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  • Clackmelissa
    "Our neighborhood is quiet even with a bunch of kids. We live close to the school and our neighborhood makes me feel comfortable having then walk home alone after school."
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  • Amanda H.
    "I used to live here and my parents still live here and it's a nice neighborhood to raise kids in. most of the landscaping around here is mature and offers a lot of shade"
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