North Fifth Ward Historic District, IL homes for sale & real estate

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305 College Ave, Dekalb, IL 60115

$305,000

11 beds33 baths— sq ft

305 College Ave, Dekalb, IL 60115

0.3 acre lot • Very walkable

208 W Locust St, Dekalb, IL 60115
208 W Locust St, Dekalb, IL 60115
208 W Locust St, Dekalb, IL 60115
ABOUT THIS HOME
North Fifth Ward Historic District, IL Homes for Sale
Rare opportunity to own in DeKalb's incredible "Elwood Historic District". A beautiful Victorian with major curb-appeal centrally located a block from Lincoln Highway. This 4 bedroom up, 2 bath home is located on wide, tree-lined Locust Street. Walk or bike easily to NIU campus and downtown shopping district. Grand tall ceilings, generous room shapes, 4 bedrooms upstairs plus a main floor room perfect as an Office or additional bedroom. Original hard wood floors throughout along with original woodwork, hutch and stairs. Remodeled Kitchen is open to a large seating area with easy access to a spacious deck and charming, fenced-in backyard. This is a great place for entertaining! Thi

$230,000

4 beds2 baths2,320 sq ft

208 W Locust St, Dekalb, IL 60115

7,596 sq ft lot • Garage • Very walkable

336 College Ave, Dekalb, IL 60115

$350,000

8 beds21 baths— sq ft

336 College Ave, Dekalb, IL 60115

0.31 acre lot • Very walkable

208 John St, Dekalb, IL 60115
208 John St, Dekalb, IL 60115
208 John St, Dekalb, IL 60115
ABOUT THIS HOME
North Fifth Ward Historic District, IL Homes for Sale
Located just steps from the NIU campus and downtown DeKalb, this 3-bedroom, 2-bath two-story home offers incredible potential for investors or buyers looking to put in some sweat equity. Originally rehabbed in 2020-2021, the property features many big-ticket updates, including a tear-off roof, updated 100 AMP electric service, copper plumbing, newer hot water heater, and garage roof. The bathrooms were remodeled with ceramic tile, and the main floor offers a spacious layout with a large kitchen with table space, living room, separate dining room, and a flexible den space. There's also a charming enclosed front porch with loads of natural light-a great space for relaxing or entertaining. Whi

$149,900

3 beds2 baths1,572 sq ft

208 John St, Dekalb, IL 60115

2,927 sq ft lot • Garage • Very walkable

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ABOUT THIS HOME
North Fifth Ward Historic District, IL Homes for Sale
Turn Key Investment opportunity with this 8 unit complex just about as close to campus as you can get! With rents ranging from $725-825, this property rarely has vacancies. 4 (2) bedroom units and 4 (1) bedroom units, laundry and parking on site, coin operated units and parking spots for each tenant in the lot. Tenants pay all utilities and electric and water separately metered. Fully occupied, good investment opportunity. Driveway redone 2023. Well maintained with misc updates being completed upon turn overs. Show with confidence.

$639,900

48 beds37 baths— sq ft

0.45 acre lot • Somewhat walkable

Property at 345 Augusta Ave, Dekalb, IL 60115, 52 beds, 2 baths

$299,000

52 beds2 baths— sq ft

345 Augusta Ave, Dekalb, IL 60115

Property at 501 College Ave, Dekalb, IL 60115, 14 beds

$899,999

14 beds— baths— sq ft

501 College Ave, Dekalb, IL 60115

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221 Thornbrook Rd, Dekalb, IL 60115
221 Thornbrook Rd, Dekalb, IL 60115
221 Thornbrook Rd, Dekalb, IL 60115
ABOUT THIS HOME
North Fifth Ward Historic District, IL Homes for Sale
TOTALLY REMODELED - MID CENTURY MODERN - 4 BEDROOMS ON MAIN FLOOR - Move right in!! EVERY ROOM HAS BEEN TOUCHED!! This quiet community offers terrific view of the North Forty, and each home was custom built in the day. As you enter the home there's a wall of windows floor to ceiling in the living room that draw you to the expansive yard with mature trees. One of the 4 bedrooms has custom built-in bookcases and is currently staged as a kid bedroom. Master bedroom has 2 closet storage areas, corner windows, and private full bath that has been fully remodeled. 2 other large bedrooms have double closet storage and all share a full. hallway bathroom that has been fully remodeled. All bedrooms

$375,000

4 beds2.5 baths2,486 sq ft

221 Thornbrook Rd, Dekalb, IL 60115

2 garage spots • Car-dependent

623 Dekalb Ave, Dekalb, IL 60115
623 Dekalb Ave, Dekalb, IL 60115
623 Dekalb Ave, Dekalb, IL 60115

$160,900

4 beds1.5 baths1,914 sq ft

623 Dekalb Ave, Dekalb, IL 60115

6,550 sq ft lot • Garage • Somewhat walkable

0 State Route 23 Hwy, Dekalb, IL 60115
0 State Route 23 Hwy, Dekalb, IL 60115
0 State Route 23 Hwy, Dekalb, IL 60115
ABOUT THIS HOME
North Fifth Ward Historic District, IL Homes for Sale
EXCELLENT FARM IN GREAT LOCATION HAVE EXCELLENT TENANT FARMER THAT TAKES GREAT CARE OF THE PROPERTY. GO SOLAR, YOU ARE IN THE ZONING DISTRICT.

$1,299,000

— beds— baths— sq ft

0 State Route 23 Hwy, Dekalb, IL 60115

63.9 acre lot • Very walkable

0000 IL Rt. 23 Hwy, Dekalb, IL 60115
0000 IL Rt. 23 Hwy, Dekalb, IL 60115
0000 IL Rt. 23 Hwy, Dekalb, IL 60115

$1,489,000

— beds— baths— sq ft

0000 IL Rt. 23 Hwy, Dekalb, IL 60115

76.4 acre lot • Very walkable

315 E Lincoln Hwy, Dekalb, IL 60115

$305,900

— beds— baths— sq ft

315 E Lincoln Hwy, Dekalb, IL 60115

3,960 sq ft lot • Very walkable

Based on information submitted to the MLS GRID as of Mon Jun 23 2025. 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.

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$230K

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$134

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2.9%

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