WOW!!! Check out this charming and updated 2-bedroom, 1.1-bath home in a convenient Sycamore location! This home offers a great combination of character, functionality, and important recent updates. Step inside to find newer vinyl flooring and inviting living spaces with plenty of natural light. The first floor features a comfortable bedroom, full bathroom with a new vanity, half bathroom, living area, kitchen, and convenient laundry space, offering the convenience of having a bedroom and both bathrooms on the main level. The kitchen features quartz countertops, new kitchen island, newer stainless steel refrigerator and a functional layout with plenty of room for everyday cooking and entertaining. The enclosed front porch provides additional flexible space and is a great spot to enjoy your morning coffee or unwind. Upstairs, you’ll find a spacious second bedroom offering additional privacy and versatility. The layout provides flexibility for a variety of living arrangements, with one bedroom conveniently located on the first floor. Several major updates have already been completed, including a new roof installed in November 2024, mostly newer windows, newer vinyl flooring, and a furnace and central A/C that are approximately 4 years old. The unfinished basement provides additional storage. Outside, the property features freshly done landscaping, a detached garage, concrete driveway, and corner-lot setting. Conveniently located near downtown Sycamore, shopping, dining, parks, and walking distance to the great western trail. This home offers the convenience of a desirable Sycamore location with several major updates already completed. Come see everything this home has to offer!!!!!!
Property Details
Price:
$270,000
MLS #:
MRD12771472
Status:
Active
Beds:
2
Baths:
2
Type:
Single Family
Neighborhood:
sycamore
Listed Date:
Oct 1, 2026
Finished Sq Ft:
1,216
Year Built:
1900
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Schools
School District:
427
Interior
Appliances
Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Oven
Bathrooms
1 Full Bathroom, 1 Half Bathroom
Cooling
Central Air
Heating
Natural Gas
Interior Features
1st Floor Bedroom
Laundry Features
Main Level, In Unit, In Kitchen
Exterior
Architectural Style
Bungalow
Community Features
Street Lights
Construction Materials
Aluminum Siding
Fencing
Fenced
Garage Spaces
1
Lot Features
Corner Lot, Irregular Lot
Other Structures
Garage(s)
Parking Features
Concrete, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
Parking Spots
1
Parking Total
1
Roof
Asphalt
Window Features
Screens
Financial
HOA Fee Frequency
Not Applicable
HOA Includes
None
Tax Year
2025
Taxes
$4,532
Map
Community
- Address493 E Exchange Street Sycamore IL
- CitySycamore
- CountyDeKalb
- Zip Code60178
Market Summary
Current real estate data for Single Family in Sycamore as of Oct 05, 2026
70
Single Family Listed
83
Avg DOM
223
Avg $ / SqFt
$460,046
Avg List Price
Property Summary
- 493 E Exchange Street Sycamore IL is a Single Family for sale in Sycamore, IL, 60178. It is listed for $270,000 and features 2 beds, 2 baths, and has approximately 1,216 square feet of living space, and was originally constructed in 1900. The current price per square foot is $222. The average price per square foot for Single Family listings in Sycamore is $223. The average listing price for Single Family in Sycamore is $460,046.
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493 E Exchange Street
Sycamore, IL


