207 River Drive, DeKalb, IL 60115
Tilton Park · DeKalb County
Key Facts
Description
Welcome to 207 River Dr in DeKalb's desirable Tilton Park neighborhood! This ranch home offers a fantastic opportunity for first-time buyers, downsizers, or anyone looking for comfortable single-level living with room to add their own personal touches. The home features a functional layout, a full partially finished basement for additional living, recreation, hobby, or storage space, and several important updates already completed, including a roof replaced in 2015, newer sump pump, and newer water softener. While some paint and modifications may be desired, the home provides a solid foundation for building equity and creating a space that fits your style. Step outside to enjoy the fully fenced backyard, perfect for outdoor activities, gardening, or simply relaxing. A standout feature is the detached shed, which is already wired and ready for electric service to be connected. Complete with a loft and window air conditioning unit, this versatile space is ideal for a workshop, hobby room, creative studio, storage area, or private getaway. Conveniently located near the Kishwaukee River, Hopkins Park/Pool, nature trails, schools, shopping, dining, Northern Illinois University, and downtown DeKalb, this property offers the combination of location, potential, and value that buyers are searching for. If you have been looking for an affordable ranch home with an over sized 1 car garage, a fenced yard, usable basement space, and a unique outbuilding full of possibilities, schedule your private showing soon and see everything 207 River Dr has to offer.
Property Information
Property Type
Residential
Sub-Type
Single Family Residence
Style
Ranch
Year Built
1959
Living Area
896 sq ft
Lot Dimensions
60X120
Garage Spaces
1
Parking Spaces
2
Ownership
Fee Simple
Days on Market
9
MLS® Listing#
12677494
Property Features
Appliances
Cooling
Heating
Basement
Parking
Patio
Fencing
Construction
Foundation
Roof
Windows
Other Structures
Community
Utilities
Sewer
Water Source
Rooms
- Bedroom 29X11Main
- Bedroom 39X9Main
- Bedroom 4
- Dining Room
- Family Room13X19Basement
- Kitchen9X16Main
- Laundry8X8Basement
- Living Room13X14Main
- Master Bedroom9X12Main
- Office8X9Basement
Financial Details
Annual Taxes
$4,311
Tax year 2025
Parcel Number
0814127004
Directions
From downtown DeKalb at 1st and Rt38, head north on N 1st Street. Turn right on to River Dr and home is 4th house on the left.
Affordability Calculator
$45,980
Estimated monthly payment
$1,224/mo
Principal $183,920 · Est. interest $256,585 over 30 yrs
Neighborhood Market Statistics
How this home compares to active listings in DeKalb, IL
- $329,167
- Median Listing Price
- 39
- Median Days on Market
- 2,100
- Median Sq Ft
- $178
- Median Price / Sq Ft
- 33
- Active Listings
- This home’s price is 30% below the area median.
- Its price per sq ft is 44% above the area median.
Market statistics compiled from active EXIT Realty® and MLS listings in DeKalb, IL.
Location
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Nearby Schools
Jefferson Elementary School
Elementary · 0.4 mi away
Dekalb High School
Secondary · 0.7 mi away
Illinois School Service
School · 0.8 mi away
Littlejohn Elementary School
Elementary · 0.9 mi away
Clinton Rosette Middle School
Secondary · 1.0 mi away
Gwendolyn Brooks Elementary School
Elementary · 1.2 mi away
Camelot Nwca
Elementary · 1.3 mi away
Debutantes School
Secondary · 1.4 mi away
Chesebro Elementary School
Elementary · 1.9 mi away
Dekalb High School
Secondary · 2.0 mi away
Founders Elementary School
Elementary · 2.0 mi away
Schools
School · 2.2 mi away
Lincoln Elementary School
Elementary · 2.4 mi away
Tyler Elementary School
Elementary · 2.4 mi away
Huntley Middle School
Secondary · 2.8 mi away
South Prairie Elementary School
Elementary · 2.8 mi away
Sycamore High School
Secondary · 3.1 mi away
ABC Preschool
School · 3.4 mi away
West Elementary School
Elementary · 3.5 mi away
St. Mary's Catholic School
Elementary · 3.7 mi away
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| Address | Price | Beds | Baths | Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1147 E Lincoln Highway, DeKalb, IL | $197,500 | 3 | 3 | — |
| 152 Tilton Park Drive, DeKalb, IL | $225,000 | 2 | 1 | 729 |
| 3925 South Pointe Drive B, DeKalb, IL | $229,900 | 2 | 2 | 1,850 |
| 136 John Street, DeKalb, IL | $233,000 | 4 | 3 | 2,800 |
| 1111 Loren Drive, DeKalb, IL | $235,000 | 3 | 2 | 1,580 |
| 739 N 11th Street, DeKalb, IL | $260,000 | 3 | 2 | 1,725 |
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Listing Courtesy: Century 21 Circle - 8157561691
Last Updated: 2026-06-16