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DeKalb Multifamily Investment Opportunity

116 North 9th Street Dekalb, IL 60115

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For Sale
$649,900

High-yield 6-unit property in DeKalb's thriving rental market.

Type:Multi Family 5+ / Flats
Added:
May 16, 2026
Days on Market:
58
Last Refresh:
Jul 3 at 5:30 am

Property Features for 116 North 9th Street

General Information

Standard status
Active
Property subtype
Multi Family 5+ / Flats

Building Details

Year Built
1960

Listing office eXp Realty

Listing date May 16, 2026

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

This six-unit multifamily property in DeKalb, Illinois, presents an investment opportunity within a thriving rental market. The location benefits from a diverse and resilient tenant pool, driven by Northern Illinois University, Northwestern Medicine Kishwaukee Hospital, Meta's DeKalb Data Center, 3M, Ferrara Candy, and a growing logistics and manufacturing corridor. The building features maintenance-free vinyl siding, tenant-paid utilities, and coin-operated laundry, contributing to low and predictable operating expenses. Four of the six units have been recently updated with modern flooring, fresh paint, and new kitchens and bathrooms, allowing for immediate rent optimization. Key value-add components remain in the unfinished studio unit, as well as opportunities for rent increases in the remaining units. The current owner, a contractor, is open to negotiations to build out the remaining unit, offering flexibility to tailor the space for long-term, mid-term, or short-term rental use. DeKalb has a proven short-term rental market, supported by visiting faculty, traveling nurses, contractors, and event-driven tourism. Recent leases demonstrate strong occupancy and premium short-term rental rates, making this property suitable for investors seeking hybrid income strategies. This property is a cash-flowing asset with upside potential, ideal for investors looking to expand in a stable, high-demand Midwest market.

Key Highlights

  • High‑yield investment opportunity in the thriving DeKalb rental market with potential for exceptional returns through annual or short‑term rental strategies.
  • Strong and diverse tenant pool driven by Northern Illinois University, Northwestern Medicine Kishwaukee Hospital, Meta's DeKalb Data Center, and other major employers ensures resilient demand.
  • Four of six units recently updated with modern flooring, fresh paint, and new kitchens and bathrooms, allowing for immediate rent optimization.

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FAQs

What type of property is this?
Apartment building - High-yield 6-unit property in DeKalb's thriving rental market.
Where is this apartment building located?
The property is located at 116 North 9th Street Dekalb, IL.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $649,900.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: High‑yield investment opportunity in the thriving DeKalb rental market with potential for exceptional returns through annual or short‑term rental strategies.; Strong and diverse tenant pool driven by Northern Illinois University, Northwestern Medicine Kishwaukee Hospital, Meta's DeKalb Data Center, and other major employers ensures resilient demand.; **Four of six units recently updated with modern flooring, fresh paint, and new kitchens and bathrooms, allowing for immediate rent optimization.**
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