Enjoy the ease of ranch-style living in this spacious home located on a tree-lined street just off N 1st Street in beautiful Hillcrest Subdivision, offering convenient access to shopping, parks, and restaurants. The bright kitchen features a breakfast bar and table space, while the generous living and dining room is filled with natural light. A must-have, main floor laundry room adds everyday convenience. Primary Bedroom includes an adjoining walk-through half bath and Bedrooms #2 & #3 offer hardwood floors and large closets. The finished basement showcases an industrial contemporary style, creating flexible space for a family room, game room, home office, or hobby area. Outside you’ll find an oversized 2-car garage, patio, and nice yard with room to enjoy the outdoors. Repairs and unfinished projects still remain, making this a great option for buyers looking to build equity while personalizing the space. Opportunities like this don’t come along often so make it your own before it’s gone!
Property Details
Price:
$260,000
MLS #:
MRD12718166
Status:
Active Under Contract
Beds:
3
Baths:
2
Type:
Single Family
Subdivision:
Hillcrest
Neighborhood:
dekalb
Listed Date:
Jul 28, 2026
Finished Sq Ft:
1,562
Year Built:
1966
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Schools
School District:
428
Interior
Appliances
Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Bathrooms
1 Full Bathroom, 1 Half Bathroom
Below Grade Finished Area
750
Cooling
Central Air
Heating
Natural Gas
Interior Features
1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath
Laundry Features
Main Level, In Unit
Exterior
Architectural Style
Ranch
Community Features
Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
Construction Materials
Cedar
Garage Spaces
2
Parking Features
Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
Parking Spots
2
Parking Total
2
Patio And Porch Features
Patio
Financial
HOA Fee Frequency
Not Applicable
HOA Includes
None
Tax Year
2025
Taxes
$6,048
Map
Community
- Address1616 Margaret Lane DeKalb IL
- SubdivisionHillcrest
- CityDeKalb
- CountyDeKalb
- Zip Code60115
Market Summary
Current real estate data for Single Family in DeKalb as of Oct 06, 2026
63
Single Family Listed
46
Avg DOM
174
Avg $ / SqFt
$295,060
Avg List Price
Property Summary
- Located in the Hillcrest subdivision, 1616 Margaret Lane DeKalb IL is a Single Family for sale in DeKalb, IL, 60115. It is listed for $260,000 and features 3 beds, 2 baths, and has approximately 1,562 square feet of living space, and was originally constructed in 1966. The current price per square foot is $166. The average price per square foot for Single Family listings in DeKalb is $174. The average listing price for Single Family in DeKalb is $295,060.
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1616 Margaret Lane
DeKalb, IL


