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Detached Single · DeKalb, IL
$275,000$317,500
5 beds · 4 baths · 2,580 sqft
181 Tilton Park Drive, DeKalb, IL, 60115
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What’s special

Central air2-car garageIn-unit laundry
Don't miss this 5-bedroom, 4-bath home that offers over 2,500 square feet of versatile living space on a half-acre lot overlooking a channel of the Kishwaukee River. The heart of the home is the generous updated kitchen, which features custom cabinetry, solid-surface countertops, stainless steel appliances, and a breakfast bar that opens to the dining area with a vaulted ceiling and bay window. The bright living room, features hardwood flooring, that creates an inviting space for everyday living and entertaining, the living room flows seamlessly into one of the home's standout features, the stunning three-season sunroom-with knotty pine on the walls and vaulted ceiling, floor-to-ceiling windows, and French doors leading to the backyard-offers peaceful year-round views. The thoughtfully designed floor plan includes three main-level bedrooms, 2 full baths, and convenient first floor laundry. Upstairs, you'll find the private primary suite complete with a spacious walk-in closet and oversized ensuite bath. An additional hall bath and impressive 26' x 17' 5th bedroom provides endless possibilities for use as a bedroom, family room, game room, home office, fitness area, or hobby space, it could even be divided to create a sixth bedroom. The walk-up attic offers outstanding storage and exciting potential for future expansion. Additional features include an oversized attached two-car garage with built-in cabinetry, mature landscaping, and a desirable location just minutes from Hopkins Park, golf, walking trails, playgrounds, and other recreational amenities. This home combines generous living space, exceptional flexibility, and a beautiful natural setting-all at an incredible value! --. **Unfortunately, the previous buyers' transaction fell through due to their home sale contingency. No fault of the seller or property. Home is back on the market and ready for a new buyer!
— the listing agent’s description

The home

5 beds
4 baths
2,580 sqft
Built in 1962
Lot 111.10 X 165 X 155 X 160
2-car garage
Detached Single

What it’ll cost

$107 / sqft
$5,439 taxes / yr
No HOA
Listed $317,500
Now $275,000
79 days on dwello

Estimated monthly payment

$1,995/mo
Principal & interest$1,462
Property taxes$453
Homeowners insurance$80
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Price history
Price reduced
Aug 12, 2026
↓ $42,500$275,000
Listed for sale
May 26, 2026
$317,500
Earlier records
Listed
Nov 22, 2025
$317,500
Now $42,500 below the original list price.
Property taxes
2025
Annual tax bill (MLS)
$5,439/yr
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Features

Central AirNatural GasOtherPublic SewerConcreteGarage Door Opener

Schools nearby

Clinton Rosette Middle School · 0.5 mi
Ellwood School · 0.7 mi
Saint Marys School · 0.8 mi
Haish School · 1.3 mi
Chesebro Elementary School · 1.5 mi
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MLS listing dataMRED
Listed by Tammy Engel · RE/MAX Classic
Listing last updated Aug 12, 2026 · data refreshed from the MLS Aug 12, 2026, 5:52 PM CT
Based on information submitted to the MLS GRID as of Aug 12, 2026, 5:52 PM CT. Listing data © MRED LLC, distributed by MLS GRID — deemed reliable but not guaranteed; independently verify. Anything shown below this point is not MLS listing data.
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