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    218 Whittemore Drive lot 120, Sycamore, IL 60178

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    $49,500

    LAND - Sycamore, IL

    Lot size:
    0.46 Acres
    Added:
    Apr 24, 2026
    Days on Market:
    41
    Last Refresh:
    Jun 3 at 2:06 am

    Property Features for 218 Whittemore Drive lot 120

    General Information

    Property type
    Land
    Property subtype
    Other
    Zoning
    SINGL
    Standard status
    Active
    APN
    0621355005
    Lot size
    0.46 Acres

    Taxes and HOA fees

    Tax Year
    2024
    Tax Annual Amount
    637

    Utilities

    Utilities
    Water Available
    Heating system
    Natural Gas

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    Listing Contact
    Alison Rosenow
    Alison Rosenow

    Listing agent Alison Rosenow License #471001608

    Listing office American Realty Illinois LLC 513 West State St., Sycamore, IL

    Listing date Apr 24, 2026

    MLS# 12628579 Listing URL

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    HighLights

    • Premium, nearly 1/2‑acre lot in the desirable Merry Oaks Subdivision.
    • Potential for a look‑out basement depending on build plans.
    • Bring your own builder to create a custom home.
    • Established community with scenic nature trails, bike paths, and peaceful ponds.
    • Convenient access to schools and shopping.
    • Natural Gas heating available.

    Overview

    This nearly 1/2-acre lot, identified as Lot #120, is located within the Merry Oaks Subdivision. This premium lot offers the potential for a look-out basement, depending on the final build plans. Merry Oaks is an established community featuring nature trails, bike paths, and ponds, with access to schools and shopping. Bring your own builder to create a custom home. Association building requirements are available upon request, with minimum square footage requirements of 2,750 sq. ft. for a ranch home and 3,600 sq. ft. for a two-story home. HOA dues are $800/year.
    Property Profile Location Intelligence

    Current Use by Public Records

    Residential land & home ...

    Suggested Use

    Real Estate Agency Law Firm Restaurant Spa & Massage Center Dental Office Hair Salon Nail Salon Building Supply Gym & Fitness Center Pharmacy

    Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

    Location Insight

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    City
    Sycamore
    County
    DeKalb
    State
    Illinois
    Longitude
    -88.679039
    Latitude
    42.012447

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    FAQs

    What type of property is this?
    Residential land & home lot - Nearly half-acre lot in desirable Merry Oaks subdivision.
    Where is this residential land & home lot located?
    The property is located at 218 Whittemore Drive lot 120 Sycamore, IL.
    What is the asking price?
    The asking price for this property is $49,500.
    What are key features of this property?
    This property features: Premium, nearly 1/2‑acre lot in the desirable Merry Oaks Subdivision.; Potential for a **look‑out basement** depending on build plans.; Bring your own builder to create a custom home.
    (815) 991-5298
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    Listing Contact
    Alison Rosenow
    Alison Rosenow
    Real Estate License ID: 471001608
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    How We Calculate Cap Rate

    Cap Rate Formula:
    Cap Rate (%) = (Net Operating Income / Property Value) × 100

    Net Operating Income (NOI) Formula:
    NOI = Area × Lease Rate × (1 - Vacancy Rate) × (1 - Operating Expense Ratio)

    Components

    Net Operating Income (NOI) represents the annual income a property generates after operating expenses:

    • Area: Building square footage from property records
    • Lease Rate: Annual $/sqft based on market data for the property type and geographic location
    • Vacancy Rate: Percentage of unoccupied space based on market data for the property type and location
    • Operating Expense Ratio: Operating costs as a percentage of income, varies by property type

    Property Value is derived from:

    • Recent sale price (if available)
    • Statistical models using comparable sales
    • AI-powered valuation estimates

    Example Calculation

    For a 100,000 sqft Office Building:

    • Lease Rate: $25.00/sqft/year (market data for Office in this area)
    • Vacancy Rate: 8% (market data for Office in this area)
    • Operating Expense Ratio: 35% (typical for Office properties)
    • Property Value: $15,000,000

    Step 1: Calculate NOI

    NOI = 100,000 × $25.00 × (1 - 0.08) × (1 - 0.35)
    NOI = 100,000 × $25.00 × 0.92 × 0.65
    NOI = $1,495,000/year

    Step 2: Calculate Cap Rate

    Cap Rate = ($1,495,000 / $15,000,000) × 100
    Cap Rate = 9.97%

    Property Type Considerations

    Net Operating Income calculations vary by property type due to different operating expense ratios:

    • Office: Higher expenses (30-40%) for HVAC, utilities, maintenance
    • Retail: Moderate expenses (25-35%) for common area maintenance
    • Industrial/Warehouse: Lower expenses (15-25%) for minimal tenant services
    • Multifamily: Moderate expenses (35-45%) including property management
    • Self-Storage: Lower expenses (25-35%) due to minimal maintenance

    Market lease rates and vacancy rates are specific to each property type and geographic location, reflecting local market conditions.

    Disclaimer

    These calculations are estimates for informational purposes only and should not be used as a substitute for professional financial analysis or appraisal.

    • Cap Rate calculations depend on market data that may change over time
    • Actual operating expenses, lease rates, and vacancy rates may differ from market averages
    • Individual property conditions, lease terms, and tenant quality significantly impact actual NOI
    • Property value estimates are approximations and not official appraisals
    • Cap rates vary widely by market, property condition, and investment risk profile

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    Comparable estimate is based on recent sales of similar nearby properties, adjusted for factors like size, condition, and location.

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    Relative property class coefficient uses factors that account for typical price differences between various asset types (e.g., retail vs. industrial) to provide a more accurate market-aligned estimate.

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    Stat Estimate

    This method estimates value based on actual market adjusted recent (~5 years) sales of comparable properties around by location and property type.

    • Ranges - area data calculated by industry standard IQR Outlier Removal Method
    • Range-from: 75% of all similar sales ($/sqft) are above this value
    • Range-to: 75% of all similar sales ($/sqft) are below this value
    AI Estimate

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    • Ranges - area data calculated by industry standard IQR Outlier Removal Method
    • Range-from: 75% of all estimations ($/sqft) are above this value
    • Range-to: 75% of all estimations ($/sqft) are below this value
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