950 Sycamore Rd, Dekalb, IL 60115
SOLD
NOV 12, 2025

950 Sycamore Rd
Dekalb, IL 60115

  • 4 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,858 sqft

$225,000

Last Sold: Nov 12, 2025
3% below list $231K
$121/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $1,640/mo*
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$225,000

Last Sold: Nov 12, 2025
3% below list $231K
$121/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $1,640/mo*
Refinance Your Home
4 Beds
2 Baths
1,858 sqft

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Description

PRICE REDUCTION!!! Motivated Seller. The previous contract fell through at no fault to the home. This home is a MUST SEE! IT IS PRICED TO SELL! Beautiful historic home, close to everything you could possibly want or need. There are 2 bedrooms upstairs, a loft area which could be used as a play area or a home office space, it has a large built-in bookcase and an updated bathroom including a new shower, all rooms have just just painted. All the upstairs rooms have individual thermostats, making the upstairs more energy efficient. There is also A HUGE built in Linen closet and access to additional storage. There are an additional 2 bedrooms on the main level and another full bath. The Living room, includes a brick fireplace with built-in bookcases on both sides and beautiful Hardwood floors are thru much of the main level. The original wood trim and beautiful wood doors are still there adding so much character to this home. The kitchen was just updated in 2024, it includes a large pantry. New windows were installed in 2021 through most of the house. The furnace was replaced in 2019 and the central air was replaced in 2023. The Roof was replaced in 2020. The basement is partially finished and includes a large family room area, also a large separate storage/workshop space and a separate area for the laundry room and even more additional storage. The basement was professionally waterproofed in 2018. This home is ready for your personal touches to make it yours. The back of the house includes an inclosed porch/mudroom. There is a separate 2 car garage with exterior stairs going up to a workspace or studio. The elementary school is within walking distance. INVESTORS this house is 3 minutes from NIU and 5 minutes Northwestern Hospital. The big items are done, Windows, Roof, A/C, Furnace, and professional waterproofing. This home is being sold as is, due to the low price.
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 November 14, 2025

Home Highlights

Parking
Garage
Outdoor
No Info
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
$121/sqft
Listed
180+ days ago

Home Details for 950 Sycamore Rd

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Partially Finished,FullNumber of Rooms: 9Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Loft
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 2
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1858 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, DryerDishwasherDryerRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Natural Gas
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 1Fireplace: Wood Burning, Living RoomHas a Fireplace
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Accessibility: No Disability Access

Exterior Features

Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2Has a GarageNo Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 8Parking: Detached,Driveway,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: FrameNot a New Construction
Property Information
Parcel Number: 0814453035

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $230,900Price Per Sqft: $121/sqft
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Sun Sep 21 2025Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Location

Direction & Address
City: DeKalb
School Information
Elementary School District: 428Jr High / Middle School District: 428High School District: 428

HOA

HOA Fee Includes: None

Lot Information

Lot Area: 8454 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: None

Offer

Listing Terms: Conventional

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 12412585Attic: UnfinishedAttribution Contact: clientcare@starckre.com
Last check for updates: about 11 hours ago
Listed by Kimberly Gierlach
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Starck Real Estate
Bought with: Darren Blakely, Coldwell Banker Realty
Co-Buyer's Agent: Darren Blakely, Coldwell Banker Realty
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#12412585

Price History for 950 Sycamore Rd

DatePriceEventSource
11/12/2025$225,000Sold
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12412585
09/22/2025$230,900ContingentMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12412585
09/10/2025$230,900PriceChange
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12412585
07/25/2025$235,900PriceChange
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12412585
07/07/2025$239,900PriceChange
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12412585
06/21/2025$241,900PriceChange
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12365623
06/06/2025$246,900PendingToActiveMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12365623
06/01/2025$249,900ContingentMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12365623
05/14/2025$249,900Listed For SaleMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12365623
05/14/2025$249,900ListingRemovedMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12290842
04/09/2025$249,900ContingentMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12290842
03/06/2025$249,900Listed For SaleMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12290842
04/13/2018$114,200Sold
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #09672102
03/19/2018$112,900PendingAgent Provided
12/28/2017$112,900PriceChange
Agent Provided
09/28/2017$116,900PriceChange
Agent Provided
09/02/2017$117,900PriceChange
Agent Provided
08/11/2017$118,900PriceChange
Agent Provided
06/27/2017$119,900Listed For SaleAgent Provided
03/04/2016$55,000Sold
N/A
02/09/2016$67,500PendingAgent Provided
01/05/2016$67,500PriceChange
Agent Provided
11/18/2015$75,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
05/01/2015$0ListingRemovedAgent Provided
03/24/2015$0Listed For SaleAgent Provided

Market trends in Dekalb

Last updated May 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$254K
$333MoM
Sale-to-List Price
100.0%
0.6%MoM
Price per sq ft
$163
$1MoM
Available listings
59
7MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2024
Tax$4,796
Assessment$198,591
Home facts updated by county records

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Estimated monthly rent$2,084/mo
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Comparable Sales for 950 Sycamore Rd

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
827 N 10th St, Dekalb, IL
0.18
Single-Family Home
$259,900
04/28/26
4
1.5
1,728
828 N 9th St, Dekalb, IL
0.18
Single-Family Home
$260,000
11/20/25
4
1.5
1,912
919 Huffman Ct, Dekalb, IL
0.03
Single-Family Home
$229,000
05/22/26
3
2
1,500
845 N 10th St, Dekalb, IL
0.14
Single-Family Home
$249,000
11/07/25
4
2
1,344
820 N 7th St, Dekalb, IL
0.22
Single-Family Home
$245,000
06/13/25
4
2
1,792
917 N 14th St, Dekalb, IL
0.34
Single-Family Home
$256,500
02/10/26
4
2
1,900
827 N 11th St, Dekalb, IL
0.19
Single-Family Home
$242,000
10/14/25
3
2.5
1,834
827 Lewis St, Dekalb, IL
0.32
Single-Family Home
$215,000
07/18/25
3
1.5
2,040
653 N 11th St, Dekalb, IL
0.37
Single-Family Home
$214,000
09/19/25
3
2
1,396

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What Locals Say about Dekalb

At least 322 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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Based on information submitted to the MLS GRID as of 2026. All data is obtained from various sources and may not have been verified by broker or MLS GRID. Supplied Open House Information is subject to change without notice. All information should be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy. Properties may or may not be listed by the office/agent presenting the information. Click here for more information
950 Sycamore Rd, Dekalb, IL 60115 is a 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,858 sqft single-family home. This property is not currently available for sale. 950 Sycamore Rd was last sold on Nov 12, 2025 for $225,000 (3% lower than the asking price of $230,900). The current Trulia Estimate for 950 Sycamore Rd is $230,900.