7-Unit Student Housing
For Sale
$217,499
226 W Locust St, Dekalb, IL 60115
Residential Income, Dekalb, IL
Property Size2,198 SF
Lot Size0.22 Acres
Price / SF$98.95
Days on Market49
Property Features for 226 W Locust St
General Information
Property type
Residential Multi Family
Property subtype
Other
Bedrooms
8
Bathrooms
3
Full bathrooms
3
Rooms
Bedroom 2, Bathroom 3, Bedroom 1, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 8, Bedroom 7, Bathroom 2, Bathroom 1, Bedroom 5, Bedroom 6, Bedroom 4
Patio and Porch features
Deck, Patio
Directions
Proceed west on Locust Ave, directly east of NIU, until you hit the Subject Property.
Standard status
Active
APN
0822278005
Size
2,198 SF
Lot size
0.22 Acres
Taxes and HOA fees
Tax Year
2024
Tax Annual Amount
6203
Utilities
Heating system
Forced Air, Natural Gas
Building Details
Year built
1950
Flooring type
Vinyl, Carpet
Building materials
Vinyl Siding
Roof type
Asphalt
Listing Agency:
Cove Realty Inc.
(847) 436-3551
Listed By:
Mitchell Cohen · License #471022000
(847) 381-4753
Added: Jul 28
Changed: Sep 13
Last Checked: Sep 14 at 3:06AM
MLS# 11906221
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Investment Insights
Based on property information with market context.
This 7-unit student housing property at 226 W Locust St in DeKalb, Illinois, contains 2,198 square feet on a 0.22-acre parcel. Built in 1950, the building has vinyl siding, an asphalt roof, vinyl and carpet flooring, and natural-gas forced-air heating. The property also includes a patio and deck, adding outdoor amenity space to the residential configuration.
The location is near Northern Illinois University, placing the asset within the university-oriented rental market identified for the property. Its established construction, residential finishes, and existing outdoor features provide a defined physical profile for multifamily ownership.
The location is near Northern Illinois University, placing the asset within the university-oriented rental market identified for the property. Its established construction, residential finishes, and existing outdoor features provide a defined physical profile for multifamily ownership.
Key Highlights
- 7‑unit student housing property near Northern Illinois University
- 2,198 square feet on a 0.22‑acre parcel
- Built in 1950
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Lease Details
7
Residential units
Location Intelligence
Trade Area within ½ mile
1,008
Businesses Nearby
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Demographics for 60115, IL
42,103
Population
18,175
Households
2.3
Avg Household Size
29
Median Age
36%
College-Educated
90%
High-School Grad
81.0 sq mi
ZIP Area
520
Density / Sq Mi
$46,808
Median Household Income
$22,838
Median Earnings
$1,018
Median Rent
$205,700
Median Home Value
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Frequently Asked Questions
What type of property is this?
Apartment building - Multifamily asset near Northern Illinois University with vinyl siding, multiple outdoor spaces, and a residential layout.
Where is this apartment building located?
The property is located at 226 W Locust St Dekalb, IL.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $217,499.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: 7‑unit student housing property near Northern Illinois University; 2,198 square feet on a 0.22‑acre parcel; Built in 1950
