RECENTLY UPDATEDYOU Have to see the NEW improvements inside!! Kitchen has AN ABONDANCE OF all newly painted cabinets, Brand new quartz countertops, added Trendy white subway tile backsplash and all NEW APPLIANCES. New Vinyl Plank flooring & Freshly Painted Kitchen and Dining Room. Living Room All Freshly painted and new carpet. Front Enclosed Porch Has been freshly painted. Main Floor Bedroom, New Carpet - Freshly Painted. Upstairs Bedroom New Carpet & Freshly Painted. Main Floor LaundryAll This Within walking distance of charming downtown Sycamore, Library, Courthouse, and much more! Full Unfinished Basement & extra deep Single car detached garage. Concrete driveway. Corner Lot partially fenced. Most all the windows have been replaced. The furnace and the Central AC Unit are less than 3 years oldMust See!!
- MLS# 12144511
- Date Listed08/21/2024
- Bedrooms 2
- Bathrooms 1 Full baths, 1 Half baths
- Lot Size 0.14 acres (5,972 sq. ft)
- Sewer Public Sewer
- Property Type Single Family
- County DeKalb
- Year Built 1900
- Water Public
- Square Feet 1,216 sq. ft
- Price Per Sq. Ft $168.59
Interior Features
- Appliances Humidifier, Water Softener
- Cooling Central Air
- Heating Natural Gas, Forced Air
Exterior / Lot Features
- Roof Asphalt
- Lot Size Acres 0.14
- Lot Size SQFT 5,972.08
- Lot Features Corner Lot
Directions
From downtown Sycamore: East on E. State St. to Sabin, North on Sabin. Property at Sabin & Exchange.
Financial Considerations
- Tax Amount $2,353
- Terms Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan
Nearby Schools
Source: School Digger
South Prairie Elementary School
Public • PK - 5 • Serves this home
1.98 mi
Distance
Public • 6 - 8 • Serves this home
1.15 mi
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Public • 9 - 12 • Serves this home
1.98 mi
Distance
South Prairie Elementary School
Public • PK - 5 • Serves this home
1.98 mi
Distance
Public • 6 - 8 • Serves this home
1.15 mi
Distance
Public • 9 - 12 • Serves this home
1.98 mi
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Sales & Tax History
Source: Public Records
| Year | Total Assessments |
|---|---|
| 2021 | $46,368 |
| 2020 | $46,368 |
| 2019 | $44,237 |
| 2018 | $42,895 |
| 2017 | $42,895 |
| 2016 | $39,319 |
| 2015 | $37,006 |
| 2014 | $35,140 |
| 2013 | $35,813 |
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/01/2024 | Sold | $202,500.00 1.22% |
| 08/22/2024 | Active | $205,000.00 |
| Street Address | Beds | Baths | Sold Date | List Price | Valuation Date | Valuation Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 337 Cloverleaf Court | Listing | 3 | 3 | Nov 13, 2025 | $224,990 | Feb 23, 2024 | $270,727 |
| 378 N Cardinal Street | Listing | 4 | 3 | Nov 20, 2025 | $140,000 | Mar 21, 2024 | $264,778 |
| 1019 S 5th Street | Listing | 2 | 1 | Oct 03, 2025 | $149,900 | Feb 23, 2024 | $156,953 |
| 1121 Market Street | Listing | 4 | 2 | Oct 03, 2025 | $59,900 | Feb 23, 2024 | $87,881 |
| 204 John Street | Listing | 4 | 2 | Oct 03, 2025 | $191,000 | Feb 15, 2023 | $151,700 |
| 535 S 10th Street | 3 | 1 | Nov 13, 2025 | $152,000 | Dec 03, 2025 | - |
| 51 N Pampas Dr Drive | Listing | 3 | 2 | Oct 25, 2025 | $249,900 | Mar 21, 2024 | $243,325 |
| 530 Viking Drive | Listing | 3 | 4 | Oct 03, 2025 | $630,500 | Mar 21, 2024 | $632,833 |
| 205 Augusta Avenue | Listing | 5 | 5 | Nov 13, 2025 | $339,500 | Feb 23, 2024 | $329,724 |
| 525 S 10th Street | 2 | 2 | Nov 13, 2025 | $172,000 | Dec 03, 2025 | - |
Population & Environment
Source: Sperling's Best Places
| Zip | City | County | National | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 23,885 | 18,032 | 107,049 | 335,858,263 |
| Population Density | 353 | 1,721 | 170 | 95 |
| People per Household | 2.5 | 2.5 | 2.6 | 2.6 |
| Median Age | 38.4 | 38.3 | 32.9 | 39.1 |
| Median Income | $76,529 | $72,888 | $64,842 | $66,222 |
| Average Income | $35,779 | $35,106 | $29,770 | $35,475 |
| Cost of Living Index | 100 | 98 | 96 | 100 |
| Zip | City | County | National | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January Avg. High Temp | 10.3°F | 10.3°F | 10.3°F | 22.6°F |
| July Avg. High Temp | 83.6°F | 83.6°F | 83.6°F | 86.2°F |
| Annual Precipitation | 37.38" | 37.38" | 37.38" | 38" |
70/100
Very Walkable
Walk Score ®
55/100
Bikable
Bike Score ®
Overview
Most errands can be accomplished on foot. It is possible to get on a bus. Some bike infrastructure.Walkability averages in the surrounding area
The average walkability score in the surrounding area is Walk Score: 10/100, Transit Score: 1/100, Bike Score: 34/100.
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Frequently Asked Questions for 493 E Exchange Street
Source: Realty.com
493 E Exchange Street, Sycamore, IL 60178 is a Single Family 1,216 sq. ft. home listed for sale. Realty.com has 14 photos available of this 2 bed, 2 bath house, listed at $205,000. View sales and tax history, use our mortgage calculator and more on Realty.com
Realty.com has 14 photos of 493 E Exchange Street.
Our records indicate that 493 E Exchange Street was built in 1900.
The full address for this home is 493 E Exchange Street, Sycamore, IL 60178.
493 E Exchange Street has been listed on Realty.com since Wed August 21, 2024
Most errands can be accomplished on foot. It is possible to get on a bus. Some bike infrastructure.
The average walkability score in the surrounding area is Walk Score: 10/100, Transit Score: 1/100, Bike Score: 34/100.
There are 3 schools assigned to this home. Check out the schools near 493 E Exchange Street. South Prairie Elementary School (Grades: PK - 5), Sycamore Middle School (Grades: 6 - 8), Sycamore High School (Grades: 9 - 12)
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