Cheap homes for sale & real estate in DeKalb County, IL

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$44,900

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408 Preserve Dr, Genoa, IL 60135

Open spaces • Recreational areas • Local amenities

ABOUT THIS HOME
Cheap Home for sale in DeKalb County, IL:
GORGEOUS 1.11 ACRE IN AERO LAKE ESTATES * CUL DE SAC LOCATION * TREES * BUILD YOUR DREAM HOME IN THIS GREAT COUNTRY AVIATION COMMUNITY * BEAUTIFUL SUNSETS OUT YOUR DOOR * WELL AND SEPTIC REQUIRED * PILOTS, BRING YOUR PLANE HOME! * COUNTRY FEEL BUT CLOSE TO EVERYTHING * * OWNER FINANCING AVAILABLE

$95,000

— beds— baths— sq ft

Lot 14 Crane Ct, Genoa Township, IL 60135

Cul de sac location • 1.11 acre • Country feel

ABOUT THIS HOME
Cheap Home for sale in DeKalb County, IL:
This homesite is widely considered the best lot in all of DeKalb County. Comprised of 0.87 acres, the property features views of the pond and is very private and heavily wooded. It is situated at the end of the Merry Oaks Drive cul-de-sac, so there is virtually no traffic and therefore extremely quiet. Merry Oaks features walking trails and is close to downtown Sycamore. Bring your own builder and make this property your dream home!

$149,900

— beds— baths— sq ft

Lot 86 Merry Oaks Dr, Sycamore, IL 60178

0.87 acres • Views of the pond • Walking trails

ABOUT THIS HOME
Cheap Home for sale in DeKalb County, IL:
Create your ideal home on this nearly 1/2-acre lot in the highly sought-after Merry Oaks Subdivision! Lot #105 is beautifully situated, backing to landscaped trees for added privacy. This established community offers scenic nature and bike trails, a serene pond, top-rated schools, convenient shopping, and more. With the flexibility to bring your own builder, you can design a home that perfectly suits your lifestyle. Association building requirements include a minimum of 2,750 sq. ft. for a ranch home and 3,600 sq. ft. for a two-story home. Don't miss this incredible opportunity-drive by today and call for more details!

$54,000

0 beds— baths— sq ft

209 Whittemore Dr, Sycamore, IL 60178

Nearly 1/2-acre lot • Landscaped trees • Serene pond

ABOUT THIS HOME
Cheap Home for sale in DeKalb County, IL:
Build your dream home in Merry Oaks Subdivision. This beautiful . 53 acre lot backs up to a private park like setting. Builders, you already have access to city water and sewer, gas and electric on site. Your plans for building will need approval from the Home Owner's Association to ensure that requirements for the community are met. Improvement schedule of fees can be found on the City of Sycamore's Website. Original survey is available. Enjoy the bike paths, ponds, woods and the convenience to Jewel/Osco, Casey's, restaurants, and the Sycamore Middle School and grade school are very close. You would be just a short distance from downtown's amenities. The County's Court House, Post Office,

$45,900

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233 Whittemore Dr, Sycamore, IL 60178

Close to restaurants • Bike paths • County's court house

Property at 15582 Douglas Ave, Sandwich, IL 60548

$55,000

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15582 Douglas Ave, Sandwich, IL 60548

Property at 1929 Galloway Ct, Sycamore, IL 60178

$199,500

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1929 Galloway Ct, Sycamore, IL 60178

Property at 239 Kincaid Ave, Maple Park, IL 60151

$42,500

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239 Kincaid Ave, Maple Park, IL 60151

Property at 0 West St, Kirkland, IL 60146

$19,500

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0 West St, Kirkland, IL 60146

Property at 717 N 1st St, Dekalb, IL 60115

$39,900

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717 N 1st St, Dekalb, IL 60115

Property at LOT 15 Pearson Dr, Genoa, IL 60135

$75,000

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LOT 15 Pearson Dr, Genoa, IL 60135

Property at Lot 14 Pearson Dr, Genoa, IL 60135

$75,000

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Lot 14 Pearson Dr, Genoa, IL 60135

Property at 120 Monroe St, Genoa, IL 60135

$120,000

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120 Monroe St, Genoa, IL 60135

Property at 1200 Secretariat Dr, Genoa, IL 60135

$45,900

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1200 Secretariat Dr, Genoa, IL 60135

Property at 1105 Secretariat Dr, Genoa, IL 60135

$55,900

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1105 Secretariat Dr, Genoa, IL 60135

Property at 1204 Secretariat Dr, Genoa, IL 60135

$39,900

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1204 Secretariat Dr, Genoa, IL 60135

Property at 30 Us-30 Hwy, Shabbona, IL 60550

$290,000

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30 Us-30 Hwy, Shabbona, IL 60550

Property at LOT 4 Williams Cir, Sycamore Township, IL 60135

$36,000

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LOT 4 Williams Cir, Sycamore Township, IL 60135

Property at 235 Saint Andrews Dr, Dekalb, IL 60115

$39,000

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235 Saint Andrews Dr, Dekalb, IL 60115

Property at 1108 Oakview Ln, Genoa, IL 60135

$75,000

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1108 Oakview Ln, Genoa, IL 60135

Property at Lot 44 Secretariat Dr, Genoa, IL 60135

$43,000

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Lot 44 Secretariat Dr, Genoa, IL 60135

Property at Lot 45 Secretariat Dr, Genoa, IL 60135

$43,000

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Lot 45 Secretariat Dr, Genoa, IL 60135

Property at 1311 Secretariat Dr, Genoa, IL 60135

$43,000

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1311 Secretariat Dr, Genoa, IL 60135

Property at Lot 97 Merry Oaks Dr, Sycamore, IL 60178

$96,500

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Lot 97 Merry Oaks Dr, Sycamore, IL 60178

Property at 0 Sir Barton Dr, Genoa, IL 60135

$43,500

— beds— baths— sq ft

0 Sir Barton Dr, Genoa, IL 60135

Property at Lot 3 Hickory Cir, Sycamore, IL 60178

$99,900

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Lot 3 Hickory Cir, Sycamore, IL 60178

Property at 269 S Somonauk Rd, Cortland, IL 60112

$238,900

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269 S Somonauk Rd, Cortland, IL 60112

Property at 315 E Lincoln Hwy, Dekalb, IL 60115

$305,900

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315 E Lincoln Hwy, Dekalb, IL 60115

Property at 1001 Joel Ln, Genoa, IL 60135

$42,000

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1001 Joel Ln, Genoa, IL 60135

Property at 1003 Joel Ln, Genoa, IL 60135

$40,000

— beds— baths— sq ft

1003 Joel Ln, Genoa, IL 60135

Property at Lot 12 Gerry Ln, Sycamore, IL 60178

$75,000

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Lot 12 Gerry Ln, Sycamore, IL 60178

Property at 1020 Prairie View Dr, Somonauk, IL 60552

$26,000

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1020 Prairie View Dr, Somonauk, IL 60552

Property at 980 Prairie View Dr, Somonauk, IL 60552

$26,000

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980 Prairie View Dr, Somonauk, IL 60552

Property at 990 Prairie View Dr, Somonauk, IL 60552

$26,000

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990 Prairie View Dr, Somonauk, IL 60552

Property at 1015 Fox Trail Ln, Somonauk, IL 60552

$25,000

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1015 Fox Trail Ln, Somonauk, IL 60552

Property at Lot 1 Route 23, Sycamore, IL 60178

$250,000

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Lot 1 Route 23, Sycamore, IL 60178

Property at TBD Aberdeen Ct, Sycamore, IL 60178

$274,428

— beds— baths— sq ft

TBD Aberdeen Ct, Sycamore, IL 60178

Property at Lot 104 Aberdeen Ct, Sycamore, IL 60178

$197,654

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Lot 104 Aberdeen Ct, Sycamore, IL 60178

Property at Lot 7 Aberdeen Ct, Sycamore, IL 60178

$408,593

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Lot 7 Aberdeen Ct, Sycamore, IL 60178

Property at Lot 13 Route 72 Hwy, Kirkland, IL 60146

$142,984

— beds— baths— sq ft

Lot 13 Route 72 Hwy, Kirkland, IL 60146

Property at Lot 5 Route 72 Hwy, Kirkland, IL 60146

$237,450

— beds— baths— sq ft

Lot 5 Route 72 Hwy, Kirkland, IL 60146

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Cheap Homes for Sale in DeKalb County

There are currently 288 cheap homes for sale in DeKalb County at a median listing price of $320K. Some of these homes are "Hot Homes," meaning they're likely to sell quickly. Most homes for sale in DeKalb County stay on the market for 50 days and receive 2 offers. This map is refreshed with the newest listings in DeKalb County every 15 minutes.

In the past month, 118 homes have been sold in DeKalb County. In addition to houses in DeKalb County, there were also 33 condos, 67 townhouses, and 16 multi-family units for sale in DeKalb County last month. Find your dream home in DeKalb County using the tools above. Use filters to narrow your search by price, square feet, beds, and baths to find homes that fit your criteria. Our top-rated real estate agents in DeKalb County are local experts and are ready to answer your questions about properties, neighborhoods, schools, and the newest listings for sale in DeKalb County. If you're looking to sell your home in the DeKalb County area, our listing agents can help you get the best price. Redfin is redefining real estate and the home buying process in DeKalb County with industry-leading technology, full-service agents, and lower fees that provide a better value for Redfin buyers and sellers.

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