Adorable and affordable ranch home, full basement, shady yard, 2 car garage! Updated kitchen, freshly painted, large pantry with trendy barn door-sweet coffee bar/ butlers pantry space, 2 new basement windows, 2018 up flush installed, 2019 new roof, 2016 basement refinished and bath added, washer dryer replaced in 2016, HVAC 2014. Great storage and closet spaces! Multiple Offers received, Highest and Best Due Sunday 3:00pm
Single-familyProperty Type
1981Year Built
8,712 sq ftLot Size
2 car garageParking
Listed by Becky Kirchner• RE/MAX Plaza
Bought with Selva Leigh• Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Starck Real Estate
Welcome home to this updated ranch sited on a gorgeous wooded lot! This affordable home is perfect for the first-time home buyer, or those looking to downsize. The large and inviting front porch is so welcoming and you'll love the roomy 2-car attached garage with service door to the backyard. Step inside to find newer luxury vinyl flooring throughout the entire home - perfect for those with allergies. Unwind with friends and family in the large living room with beautiful front yard views. The adjacent eat-in kitchen boasts a decorative tile backsplash, planning desk and eating area with lighted paddle fan that looks out into the living room. Bedroom sizes are generous here and both include backyard views. The finished lower level comes complete with a 22x21 family room with wet bar, unfinished storage area, plus a second full bath. Additional updates include fresh paint in the bedrooms, updated baths, newer AC & furnace and more. Just move in and enjoy!
Public Records
Dec 13, 2012
Sold
$79,000
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #08083463
Dec 13, 2012
Sold (MLS) (Closed Sale)
$80,000
Nov 19, 2012
Price Changed
$89,900
Nov 19, 2012
Price Changed
$80,000
Oct 26, 2012
Contingent
—
Oct 4, 2012
Price Changed (Price Change)
$89,900
Sep 9, 2012
Price Changed (Price Change)
$99,900
Aug 31, 2012
Price Changed (Price Change)
$115,000
Jun 5, 2012
Listed (New)
$135,000
+3
There are no remarks available.
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #07783619
Jun 29, 2011
Listing Removed
—
Public Records
Dec 18, 2006
Sold
$155,000
Public Records
Jan 22, 2004
Sold
$126,000
Public Records
Dec 23, 1998
Sold
$93,000
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,365 (+7.2%)
$13,196 + $45,146
$58,342
2024
$4,070 (+2.0%)
$13,196 + $45,146
$58,342
2023
$3,991 (+12.6%)
$12,142 + $39,562
$51,704
2022
$3,544 (+6.8%)
$11,293 + $36,795
$48,088
2021
$3,319 (+25.6%)
$10,922 + $30,944
$41,866
2020
$2,642 (+4.5%)
$10,334 + $29,278
$39,612
2019
$2,529 (+4.1%)
$9,624 + $20,799
$30,423
2018
$2,430 (+3.1%)
$9,188 + $19,856
$29,044
2017
$2,356 (−22.2%)
$8,827 + $19,076
$27,903
2016
$3,029 (−0.7%)
$8,827 + $19,076
$27,903
2015
$3,051 (+0.9%)
$8,807 + $19,032
$27,839
2014
$3,024 (+1.9%)
$8,449 + $18,257
$26,706
2013
$2,968 (−7.8%)
$8,436 + $18,230
$26,666
2012
$3,221 (+5.2%)
$9,261 + $28,946
$38,207
2011
$3,061 (−0.2%)
$11,070 + $29,411
$40,481
2010
$3,067 (−1.3%)
$13,454 + $30,380
$43,834
2009
$3,109 (−11.2%)
$13,419 + $33,668
$47,087
2008
$3,501
$13,467 + $33,871
$47,338
Tax history for 526 Jackson St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,365 (+7.2%)
$13,196 + $45,146
$58,342
2024
$4,070 (+2.0%)
$13,196 + $45,146
$58,342
2023
$3,991 (+12.6%)
$12,142 + $39,562
$51,704
2022
$3,544 (+6.8%)
$11,293 + $36,795
$48,088
2021
$3,319 (+25.6%)
$10,922 + $30,944
$41,866
2020
$2,642 (+4.5%)
$10,334 + $29,278
$39,612
2019
$2,529 (+4.1%)
$9,624 + $20,799
$30,423
2018
$2,430 (+3.1%)
$9,188 + $19,856
$29,044
2017
$2,356 (−22.2%)
$8,827 + $19,076
$27,903
2016
$3,029 (−0.7%)
$8,827 + $19,076
$27,903
2015
$3,051 (+0.9%)
$8,807 + $19,032
$27,839
2014
$3,024 (+1.9%)
$8,449 + $18,257
$26,706
2013
$2,968 (−7.8%)
$8,436 + $18,230
$26,666
2012
$3,221 (+5.2%)
$9,261 + $28,946
$38,207
2011
$3,061 (−0.2%)
$11,070 + $29,411
$40,481
2010
$3,067 (−1.3%)
$13,454 + $30,380
$43,834
2009
$3,109 (−11.2%)
$13,419 + $33,668
$47,087
2008
$3,501
$13,467 + $33,871
$47,338
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
2
Baths
—
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
8,712 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
—
Year built
1981
Style
Single Family Residential
County
DeKalb County
APN
319383013
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 9, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# Of Cars: 2
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Parking: Garage
Garage Ownership: Owned
Garage On-Site: Yes
Garage Type: Attached
Garage Details: Garage Door Opener(s),Transmitter(s)
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 2
Basement Bathrooms (Y/N): Yes
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 2
# of Bedrooms Possible: 2
Room Information
Room Type: Recreation Room
Level: Basement
Dimensions: 22 x 21
Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 2
Level: Main
Dimensions: 11 x 9
Room Information
Room Type: Kitchen
Type: Eating Area-Table Space
Level: Main
Dimensions: 17 x 10
Room Information
Room Type: Living Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 16 x 12
Room Information
Room Type: Master Bedroom
Level: Main
Dimensions: 12 x 12
Bath: None
Additional Rooms Information
Dining Room: Kitchen/Dining Combo
Basement: Full
Basement Description: Finished
Interior Features
# of Rooms: 5
Equipment
CO Detectors, Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump
Exterior
Building Information
Living Area Source: Not Reported
Exterior Building Type: Vinyl Siding
Age: 41-50 Years
Built Before 1978 (Y/N): No
Roof: Asphalt
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Property Information
Property Type: Detached Single
Property Type: 1 Story
Model: RANCH HOME
Ownership: Fee Simple
Rebuilt (Y/N): No
Rehab (Y/N): No
Parcel Number: 0319383013
Lot Information
Dimensions: 129X135
Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $3,318.85
Tax Year: 2021
Tax Exemptions: Homeowner
Financial Information
Finance Code: Conventional
Special Service Area: N
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural Gas
Cooling: Central Air
Location
Homeowners Association Information
Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
School Information
Elementary School District: 424
Middle Or Junior School District: 424
High School District: 424
Location Information
Township: Genoa
Corporate Limits: Genoa
Directions: State St to Jackson St
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: —
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 8,712 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1981
Year Renovated: —
County: DeKalb County
APN: 319383013
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 9, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Holds Earnest Money: Yes
Possession: Closing, Immediate
Around this home
Schools
Genoa Elementary School
Public 3-5 • Assigned • 0.8mi
5/10
Genoa-Kingston Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.4mi
7/10
Genoa-Kingston High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.0mi
7/10
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1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
2/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 102° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
0% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
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In this area, properties receive around 10.1 hours in
June and 3.5 hours in December, placing it below the
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Estimated sale price
$238,000 – $289,000
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