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Student Housing Apartment Building
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$217,499

226 W Locust St, Dekalb, IL 60115

MULTI_FAMILY - Dekalb, IL

Property Size2,198 SF
Lot Size0.22 Acres
Price / SF$98.95
Days on Market3

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 5, Bedroom 6, Bedroom 1, Bedroom 7, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Bathroom 2, Bathroom 3, Bedroom 8, Bathroom 1, Bedroom 2
Patio and Porch features Patio, Deck
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 Natural Gas, Forced Air

Building Details

Year built 1950
Flooring type Carpet, Vinyl
Building materials Vinyl Siding
Roof type Asphalt
Listing Agency: Cove Realty Inc.
Listed By: Mitchell Cohen · License #471022000
Added: Jul 28 Changed: Jul 30 Last Checked: Jul 30 at 12:06PM
MLS# 11906221

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

This multifamily apartment building is offered for sale as a seven-unit student housing investment. The property totals 2,198 square feet and sits on a 0.22-acre lot.

Public remarks indicate the building is located just steps from Northern Illinois University, positioning it to serve student rental demand.

The offering is described as a turnkey-style income-producing asset intended for immediate rental performance, with the long-term upside referenced in the seller’s remarks.

Key Highlights

  • 7‑unit student housing property near Northern Illinois University
  • Built in 1950
  • Heating includes forced air and natural gas

Property Analytics

Current Use

Apartment buildings

Suggested Use

Top Pick Dental Office Electrical Service Garden Center Storage Facility HVAC Service Furniture & Home Goods

Score = modeled unmet demand for each use within ~1 mi (higher = bigger opportunity). Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

Lease Details

7
Residential units

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

621
Businesses Nearby

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

Market

Vacancy Rate% for Multifamily in Midwest region

6.5% 2022
7.5% 2023
7.8% 2024
8% 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Apartment building - Seven-unit student housing property offered for sale in DeKalb, IL, near Northern Illinois University.
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; Built in 1950; Heating includes forced air and natural gas
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