Dekalb Homes for Sale

Welcome to DeKalb, a vibrant city located in DeKalb County, Illinois. Known for its rich history, friendly community, and beautiful surroundings, DeKalb offers a charming blend of small-town charm and modern amenities.

If you are looking to make DeKalb your home, you'll find a variety of homes for sale to suit your needs. Whether you're in the market for a cozy bungalow, a spacious family home, or a trendy downtown loft, DeKalb has something for everyone. From historic properties with character to newly built houses with modern finishes, the real estate market in DeKalb is diverse and dynamic.

Living in DeKalb means enjoying a high quality of life with access to top-rated schools, parks, shopping, dining, and entertainment options. The city is also home to Northern Illinois University, bringing a youthful energy to the community and offering a wide range of cultural and educational opportunities.

With its convenient location, affordable housing options, and strong sense of community, DeKalb is a fantastic place to call home. Whether you're a first-time homebuyer, a growing family, or someone looking to downsize, DeKalb has the perfect home waiting for you. Explore the homes for sale in DeKalb and discover the perfect place to put down roots in this welcoming city.

Newest Dekalb Homes for Sale

$285,000

4 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 12756582 MLS ⋅ NEW Status

This spacious two-story home with a partially finished basement is move-in ready and full of possibilities. Fresh paint throughout and new carpet on the main level give the home a clean, refreshed feel. Featuring 4 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, and a bonus room in the basement, there's plenty of space for comfortable living, working, and entertaining. Enjoy summer cookouts and outdoor gatherings on the deck overlooking the fenced-in backyard. A detached one-car garage, conveniently located off the alley in the rear of the property, provides additional parking and storage. Don't miss the opportunity to make this well-maintained home your own!

607 Leonard Avenue, Dekalb

$274,800

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 12757088 MLS ⋅ NEW Status

Ideal location, beautifully updated, and move-in ready! Located just minutes from downtown, NIU, the river, scenic trails, and area schools. This tastefully updated 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom home offers an inviting layout and plenty of comfortable living space. The main level features an updated kitchen and bathroom, newer luxury vinyl flooring for warmth and durability, and new lighting throughout. Step outside to enjoy the huge fenced-in yard, complete with a deck, patio, and fire pit that provides an ideal setting for relaxing, entertaining, or enjoying time outdoors. The finished basement provides even more versatile living space, featuring an additional living room with bar area, full bathroom, generous sized bedroom, and a separate storage room. With its desirable location, thoughtful updates, spacious yard, and flexible living areas, this home offers a wonderful opportunity to enjoy comfortable living in a convenient location. Nothing to do but move in and enjoy!

1625 Sunrise Drive, Dekalb

$259,400

4 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 12744462 MLS ⋅ NEW Status

MULTIPLE OFFERS HIGHEST AND BEST DUE BY 7 PM 9/12 Saturday Welcome home to this historic American Foursquare, offering a beautiful blend of original character, thoughtful updates, and exceptional space. This spacious four-bedroom, two-bath home welcomes you with an oversized foyer, beautiful hardwood floors, original moldings, and generously sized rooms throughout. The impressive kitchen features quartz countertops, 42-inch cabinetry with dovetail construction, soft-close drawers, convenient pullouts, and stainless-steel appliances. The formal dining room showcases custom built-ins and hardwood flooring, while the expansive living room is highlighted by a striking double-tray ceiling. A convenient mudroom/laundry room and full bath complete the main level. Upstairs, you will find four spacious bedrooms, including the current primary bedroom. The approximately 595-square-foot attic is in the process of being finished and is currently divided into two rooms, offering exciting potential for a future primary suite, office, studio, or flex space-bring your vision! The approximately 872-square-foot basement provides abundant storage and workshop potential. Outside, enjoy a large backyard enclosed by a full privacy fence, along with a storage shed and detached garage located at the rear of the property. Filled with historic charm, spacious rooms, and opportunities to make it your own, this special home is ready for its next chapter.

624 S 2Nd Street, Dekalb

$170,000

3 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 12754314 MLS ⋅ NEW Status

Fantastic opportunity for an inventment property or someone looking for a project! This 1958 home with great bones in well established DeKalb neighborhood awaits your personal touches and updates. This sought-after ranch home provides 1 level living in a quiet neighborhood. The full unfinished basement offers excellent storage or future finishing potential. This is an AS-IS estate sale. Bring your vision and make this DeKalb home your own.

1114 S 5Th Street, Dekalb

$349,900

4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 12752170 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status

Welcome home and discover the comfort and convenience of this 4-bedroom, 3-bath brick ranch situated on a desirable corner lot with mature landscaping and outstanding curb appeal. Offering over 3,300 square feet of finished living space, this home provides the perfect blend of comfort, functionality, and room to entertain. Step inside to a bright and inviting living room featuring oversized picture windows that fill the space with natural light. The kitchen offers a functional layout with stainless steel appliances, a center island, and an adjoining dining area. Convenient first-floor laundry adds to the home's practical floor plan. Designed with privacy in mind, this split-bedroom ranch features a spacious primary suite tucked away from the additional bedrooms, creating a peaceful retreat. Three additional bedrooms and two full bathrooms on the main level provide plenty of space for family, guests, or a home office. The finished basement significantly expands your living space and is ideal for entertaining. Enjoy a large recreation room, a cozy fireplace, a full bathroom, a versatile bonus room, and both a wet bar and a dry bar, creating the perfect setting for game days, movie nights, or gatherings with family and friends. Step outside to the fully fenced backyard, offering plenty of room for pets, play, gardening, or outdoor entertaining. The oversized 2.5 car attached garage provides ample space for vehicles, storage, and hobbies. Additional updates include a new furnace and central air conditioning in 2024, offering added comfort and peace of mind. This move-in-ready brick ranch offers a desirable split-bedroom floor plan, generous living spaces, and an exceptional finished basement that's ready for entertaining. Don't miss the opportunity to make this wonderful home yours-schedule your private showing today!

2230 N 1St Street, Dekalb

$135,000

1 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 12751531 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status

Welcome to 710 Glidden Ave, a perfectly appointed 1 bedroom 1 bathroom ranch home. Step inside to discover hardwood floors that flow throughout the open layout. The fully equipped kitchen shines with stainless steel appliances, including a dishwasher, stove, and microwave. Enjoy the convenience of in-unit laundry with a washer and dryer included in the basement. Step outside onto your private wooden deck, ideal for morning coffee, overlooking a nice-sized, fully fenced backyard-perfect for pets, gardening, or entertaining. The oversized 2.5-car garage provides incredible storage and parking. Experience the perfect blend of small-town charm and big-city convenience. Enjoy top-rated local dining, boutique shopping, and vibrant community events at the historic Egyptian Theatre. With NIU just minutes away and an easy commute to I-88, you get award-winning schools, scenic parks, and a welcoming community without the high taxes of the suburbs. Don't wait-this charmer won't last!

710 Glidden Avenue, Dekalb

$359,999

4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 12747972 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status

Better than new-and filled with thoughtful upgrades and personal touches! Built in 2024 and located in Devonaire Farms, this beautifully maintained 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath home offers the ease of newer construction with the added benefit of custom features already completed for you. From the moment you arrive, it is evident that great care and thought have gone into making this house a home. The main level offers an open, comfortable layout designed for everyday living and entertaining. The generously sized family room flows seamlessly into the dining area and kitchen, creating a wonderful gathering space for family and friends. The kitchen has been elevated with upgraded cabinetry, hardware, faucets, backsplash, and a center island with casual seating-perfect for morning coffee, quick meals, or keeping the conversation going while preparing dinner. A convenient half bath completes the main level. Step outside and you may find your favorite part of the home. Situated on a corner lot with no neighbors directly beside or behind you, the setting offers an added sense of openness and privacy that is hard to find. The fully fenced backyard was thoughtfully designed to take advantage of those beautiful country views. Privacy fencing runs along the sides, while the intentionally lower rear fence preserves the open view and lets you enjoy some truly beautiful sunsets. The fence does not go to the full lot line - there is 10 feet behind the property and 5 feet on each side - the lot is HUGE! The custom-built patio creates an inviting space for outdoor cooking, entertaining, or simply relaxing at the end of the day. Lovingly planned landscaping gives the entire yard a cohesive, finished feel. Upstairs, the spacious primary suite provides a private retreat with its own full bath featuring double sinks and a walk-in closet. Three additional bedrooms offer plenty of flexibility for family, guests, a home office, or hobby space. A full hall bath with upgraded fixtures serves the additional bedrooms, while the second-floor laundry, with a washer and dryer, makes everyday chores especially convenient. And then there is the garage! The attached two-car garage is heated and features epoxy flooring, making it much more than simply a place to park. Whether you enjoy working on projects, tinkering with cars, pursuing a hobby, or envision your own "man cave," this is a space you will appreciate year-round. An additional parking pad alongside the home and a double-gated fence provide the ability to securely accommodate a third vehicle or trailer inside the fenced area. Both sheds remain with the home. The unfinished basement offers even more possibilities for future living space, recreation, a home gym, storage, or whatever suits your lifestyle. Govee lighting along the home and fence adds another custom touch and creates a beautiful look after dark. Even better, the home includes a transferable 10-year warranty covering the foundation, structure, and roof, providing added peace of mind for the next owner. Meticulously cared for, beautifully landscaped, and thoughtfully customized, this home truly offers the best of both worlds-the fresh, modern feel of newer construction without waiting to complete all those extras yourself. Conveniently located near schools, shopping, NIU, medical and recreational facilities, and interstate access. Be sure to see the Upgrade List for even more details. A new job opportunity presents itself; therefore, a move out of state is necessary. Move right in, enjoy the sunsets, and appreciate a home where so much of the work-and the thoughtful finishing touches-have already been done for you.

499 Bantam Street, Dekalb

$369,999

3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 12745685 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status

Welcome to this beautifully renovated 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath home offering the perfect blend of style, comfort, and functionality! The main level features a formal dining room that flows into a spacious, updated kitchen complete with hardwood floors, quartz countertops, soft-close cabinetry, and plenty of room for everyday living and entertaining. The adjoining eating area features hardwood flooring and a sliding glass door with built-in shades that opens to a generously sized deck and fully fenced, private backyard. A convenient half bath with a marble-top vanity completes the main level. Upstairs, the spacious primary suite features vaulted ceilings, a walk-in closet, and a private en-suite bath with double sinks, a relaxing soaker tub, and separate shower. Two additional generously sized bedrooms, a full bathroom, and the convenience of a second-floor laundry room complete the upper level. The fully finished basement adds even more valuable living space, featuring an additional bedroom with an egress window and a spacious family room that is perfect for entertaining. This versatile area can also be used as a home office, playroom, workout area, or additional flex space to fit your needs. Step outside and enjoy the fantastic yard space-perfect for grilling, entertaining, summer gatherings, or simply relaxing outdoors! The fully fenced yard provides plenty of room to enjoy, along with a generously sized deck and outdoor shed. Thoughtfully renovated and filled with charm, this home also features a high-efficiency furnace, central air conditioning, radon mitigation system, reverse osmosis system, and a newer roof. Conveniently located near shopping, restaurants, and everyday amenities, this move-in-ready home truly has so much to offer. Schedule your showing today and come see it for yourself!

616 Bayfield Drive, Dekalb

$295,000

4 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 12741381 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status

GREAT location of this property. This spacious four bedroom plus study is conveniently located less than 5 minutes from the NIU campus, 5 minutes from downtown DeKalb, and 15 minutes from major shopping centers on Sycamore Road. The home features two full kitchens and baths, sizeable gathering spaces including a loft, one car garage, and a large back yard. Home includes all major appliances including washer and dryer, central heating and air. Property being sold AS IS.

436 Russell Road, Dekalb

$235,000

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 12724246 MLS ⋅ PRICE CHANGE Status

Come home to convenience, practicality, and home-spun comfort. Just minutes from schools, shopping, and the I-88 corridor! It's time to settle in and enjoy the urban homestead lifestyle in your very own cape cod retreat, fully equipped with two wood stoves that can provide supplemental heat, energy independence, cozy ambiance, and significant savings on heating costs. Built to last, this charming home offers ample space for festive gatherings in the four season sunroom, while a more intimate setting takes place in the large, separate living room. Enjoy the convenience of a first floor bedroom and full bath, while the completely renovated upper level bath complIments the privacy and flexibility offered by the two adjacent bedrooms. The kitchen, first floor laundry, large two car garage, and partially finished basement complete the home with versatility and workability. Whether you're cooking burgers for the big game, or canning veggies from your own garden, you'll know you've discovered the joy of this journey home.

309 E Sunset Place, Dekalb

$232,500

4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 12739595 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status

MOVE IN READY 4 BEDROOM 2.5 BATH VINTAGE HOME THAT HAS SEVERAL UPDATES OVER THE YEARS!! Main floor has lovely kitchen with newer oak cabinets, countertops, lighting, storage nooks, vinyl flooring & appliances. Main floor dining room with newer vinyl flooring (hardwood underneath) open to the kitchen & front entry. Large living room with hardwood and original windows & trim. Needs just a little repair work to complete the remodel. Main floor 1/2 bath off the kitchen. Upstairs has all 4 bedrooms, master bedroom with vaulted ceilings, 2 closets and built in storage. Bedroom 2 has walk in closet - bedroom 3 with cute roof angles and bed #4 with vaulted ceilings! Full hallway bathroom has been updated with jetted tub/shower surround. Basement includes washer/dryer and laundry sink, bonus playroom, 3/4 bathroom and storage. The OVERSIZED detached garage is a great workplace for housing vehicles and extra room to work!! Partially fenced yard with front covered porch and back porch. Don't miss out on this MOVE IN READY HOME!!!

324 S 7Th Street, Dekalb

$248,900

3 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 12736677 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status

Welcome home to this beautifully remodeled 3-bedroom, 1-bath home, offering fresh updates and move-in-ready comfort throughout! The spacious living room features new laminate flooring and plenty of windows that fill the space with natural light. The updated kitchen offers new stainless steel appliances, a center island, and a charming built-in bench with storage. The first-floor primary bedroom features a generously sized closet, while new carpeting adds a fresh feel throughout the home. Outside, enjoy the new decking on the covered front porch, a new rear deck, and a fenced-in backyard perfect for relaxing or entertaining. The detached 2-car garage is heated and air-conditioned, making it ideal for parking, hobbies, or a workshop. Additional improvements include an A/C system approximately 4 years old, a new gas line, and a new water line. So many updates have already been completed-move right in and enjoy!

725 N 11Th Street, Dekalb

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