221-223 Ellen St

Sycamore, IL 60178
  • $249,900

    Price
  • 5

    Bed
  • 3

    Bath
  • 0

    SqFt

About the Listing 4952 - 40519,930132

Fun Fact: these 2 units were built at different times - one in 1900's, the other in 1978 and brought and attached together. This unassuming duplex at 221-223 Ellen Street offers a smart mix of updates, space, and income potential-backing to a peaceful greenbelt connected to the Kishwaukee River system. Unit 1 (221) features 2 bedrooms and 1 bath with 826 sq ft of living space, plus ~200 sq ft in the basement for laundry and storage. Bath updated in 2020 and includes newer windows (2021), furnace (2020), a spacious entry with mudroom potential, and a versatile bonus room with access from the brick paver patio (2020) or attached 1-car garage. 2 Window AC Units. Unit 2 (223) is fully updated and offers 3 bedrooms (2 up, 1 down), 1.5 baths, and generous living space with 969 finished sq ft above grade plus a partially finished 979 sq ft lower level. Central AC & Forced Heat. The open kitchen features stainless steel appliances, while the lower level includes a large third bedroom and expansive additional living area. A dedicated laundry/mud room with newer washer/dryer leads to a small deck overlooking the yard. Attached 1-car garage and ample closet space throughout. Ideal for owner-occupants or investors, this property combines modern updates with a serene setting just minutes from local schools, parks, and downtown Sycamore's shops and dining. Tenant in #223 and wants to stay.

Listing Highlights

Status Pending
Days on Site 22
Property Type Multi-Family
MLS ® 12642146
Year Built
Total Square Footage 0
Lot/Acreage 0.28
County DeKalb
School District 427

Interior Details

  • Bedrooms: 5
  • Bathrooms: 3 Full
  • Appliances: CO Detectors,Ceiling Fan(s),Sump Pump
  • Air Cond:
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Fireplaces:
  • Floor:
  • Above Ground Sq Ft:
  • Below Ground Sq Ft: n/a
  • Basement: Finished,Unfinished,Partial
  • Other:
  • Water: Public

Exterior Details

  • Garage Capacity: 1 car
  • Parking Spaces: 2
  • Lot Dimensions: 112 X 110 X 112 X 110
  • Zoning: MULTI
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Others:
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Parking Features: Garage Door Opener,Yes,Garage Owned,Attached,Driveway,Owned,Garage

Financial Details

  • Tax Amount: $5,979
  • Taxes w/Assessments: N/A
  • Tax/Property ID: 0632127035
  • Tax Year: 2025

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