Full of charm and character, this 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath Malta home offers inviting spaces inside and out! Large windows brighten the living room, while newer luxury vinyl plank flooring adds a fresh touch to through out the home. A separate dining room provides space to gather for meals, and the family room offers a comfortable spot to relax or entertain. The kitchen features newer stainless steel appliances, and a separate office with built-ins provides a convenient space to work, organize, or enjoy your hobbies. First-floor laundry adds everyday convenience, while the screened porch is a welcoming spot for morning coffee or relaxing at the end of the day and includes removable window panels, conveniently stored in the garage. The primary bedroom features large windows and a charming window seat-the perfect place to settle in with a good book. A full bath is located on the main floor, with a half bath upstairs. Two upstairs bedrooms share a closet located in the hallway. Updates include a furnace replaced in 2020 and a tankless water heater installed in 2023. Additional features include an owned water softener + UV water purification/disinfection system, radon mitigation system, and sump pump with battery backup. The basement provides extra storage and a door leading directly outside. A cedar fence added in 2025 encloses a portion of the yard, creating space to enjoy the outdoors. The detached 2-car garage includes a workbench for gardening, woodworking, or your next project. Located near Kishwaukee College and Jonamac Orchard, with NIU, shopping, and dining in nearby DeKalb. Convenient access to Route 38 and I-88 adds to the appeal. Come take a look at all this charming Malta home has to offer!
Single-familyProperty Type
1880Year Built
0.95 acresLot Size
$165Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Kasey Zeimet• American Realty Illinois LLC
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Market trends in 60150, IL
Last updated October 2026
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Seller's Market
Balanced market
Sale-to-list price
100.2%
+0.2% MoM
Median sale price
$302K
$97K MoM
Avg. days on market
54d
12 days MoM
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Sale and tax history for 404 S 3rd St
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #12764730
Nov 6, 2026
Sold (MLS) (Closed)
$286,500
$165/sq ft
Oct 4, 2026
Contingent (Contingent - Continue to Show)
—
Oct 1, 2026
Listed (Active)
$270,000
$156/sq ft
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #11450689
Sep 16, 2022
Sold (MLS) (Closed)
$232,500
$134/sq ft
Aug 31, 2022
Pending
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Aug 10, 2022
Contingent (Contingent - Continue to Show)
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Jul 15, 2022
Price Changed
$239,900
$138/sq ft
Jun 28, 2022
Listed (Active)
$250,000
$144/sq ft
+43
Not quite the country but close enough in this stately feeling home. Lovely 3 bedroom, 1.1 bath home located on a .95 acre corner lot in rural Malta. The home is surrounded by mature trees and the lovely entryway has glass doors and glass shelves for knick-knacks. The glass french doors lead you into the formal living room. This room has a lot of natural sunlight streaming through. The office with custom bookshelves is a great place for those working from home. The formal dining room is located in the center of the main level of this mature home. The family room is a great space for watching television and the eat-in kitchen is a wonderful spot for the family to be together. The kitchen has oak cabinetry, is fully applianced, and has plenty of counter and storage space. The first-floor laundry also has a broom closet and more storage space. The first floor full bath is very spacious and there is plenty of storage for towels and toiletries alike. There are two convenient entrances to the first-floor bathroom. Upstairs is a lovely primary bedroom with a window seat overlooking the greenery. The other two bedrooms share a large walk-in closet. The hallway has built-ins that are great for extra storage and there is also a custom child safety gate. There is also a half-bath on the second level. The basement has useable storage space. There is also a very spacious screened-in porch. A lovely place to relax and enjoy the outdoor scenery. The oversized two-car garage has a workshop, overhead storage, and plenty of room for a large truck or vehicle. The home sits on two lots. The kids or dogs can play for hours outside. Windows were replaced in 2000; Furnace new in 2020; newer water heater and updated electrical panel - 100 amp service. If a quiet rural area with a home that sits on a large lot is what you are looking for, this home is the one.