Open House Sat, Oct 10th 11:00 AM - 01:00 PM
Address
103 W Cherokee Avenue W, Shabbona, IL
Price
$ 168,700
Property Attributes
- MLS#12377793
- TypeSingle Family
- Listing Status Active
- CountyDEKALB
- CityShabbona
- AreaShabbona
- Zip60550
- StyleCape Cod
- Year Built1890
- Taxes$ 3215
- Price$ 168,700
- Bedrooms2
- Full Bathrooms1
- Half Bathrooms0
- Sqr Footage1500
- Lot Size0.3 Acres
Data Source:
Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
Property Description
This darling home makes a nice primary residence as well as perfect for vacation home in the country. With a primary suite on the 1st floor, and additional sleeping space upstairs, this makes a nice weekend home, occasional space, short term rental or Midwest home for those loving in multiple states. Large front deck for morning sitting, and neighbor meetups. 1st floor bath and laundry w/ hookups. Kitchen rehabbed in 2025 w white cabinets and matching counters, stainleas appliances. Skylight for natural lighting. Home warranty included. Table space for eating or eat at the counter bar. Rear deck with plenty of room for summer cookouts. 2025 new flooring in most rooms. Walk up 2nd floor is carpeted and offers additional sleeping space, office or pet retreat! Metal Roof on home and garage. Basement for storage and utilities with cellar access. Yard offers many trees, landscape, and ability to be fenced. Home backs to school property. 20x30 solid garage for workspace and storage, w barn style doors. Lot is 90'x144'. Known as the oldest home in Shabbona. Short drive to INDIAN OAKS GOLF COURSE and SHABBONA STATE PARK with camping, archery, boating, fishing, restaurant and more. Apple orchards and pumpkin farms within 5 miles. NIU within 10 miles, complete with college football games. Metra rail within 20 min drive (Pink line). Rent until close with pre approval, $1800/m. Housing trade also available.
| Elementary School | Middle School | High School |
|---|---|---|
| Shabbona Elementary School | Indian Creek Middle School | Indian Creek High School |
| Price History | |
|---|---|
| 8/30/2025 | Listed $185,000 |
| 9/10/2025 | 1$184,500 |
| 9/26/2025 | 1$183,900 |
| 4/8/2026 | 3$179,900 |
| 8/6/2026 | 4$173,500 |
| 9/3/2026 | 1$172,900 |
| 9/12/2026 | 3$168,700 |
General Features
| Living Area | 1500 |
|---|---|
| Sewer | Public Sewer |
| Heating | Natural Gas |
| Cooling | Window Unit(s),None |
| Possession | Closing |
| Roof | Metal |
| Appliances | Range,Refrigerator |
| Garage Spaces | 2 |
| Association Fee Includes | None |
| Architectural Style | Cape Cod |
| Construction Materials | Vinyl Siding |
| Year Built | 1890 |
| Electric | Fuses |
| Township | Shabbona |
| Tax Year | 2024 |
| Ownership | Fee Simple |
| Community Features | Park,Curbs,Sidewalks,Street Lights,Street Paved |
| Assoc Fee Paid Per | Not Applicable |
| County | DeKalb |
| New Construction | No |
| Property Type | Residential |
| Total Rooms | 7 |
| Full Baths | 1 |
| Status | Active |
| Directions | RT. 30 WEST TO SHABBONA TO ILLINI ST.,SOUTH TO CHEROKEE AV TO HOME. NOTE YARD SIGN |
| High School | Indian Creek High School |
| City | Shabbona |
| High School District | 425 |
| MLS Area | Shabbona |
| Elementary School | Shabbona Elementary School |
| Tax Annual Amount | 3215 |
| Middle/Junior High School | Indian Creek Middle School |
| Additional Parcels Y/N | No |
| Virtual Tour | https://www.homes.com/property/103-w-cherokee-ave-shabbona-il/y9h68syqy4r68/?tab=1&utm_source=Homes&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=HM_PDT_B2B_ALL_MatterportNowLive_20250108&utm_id=98200939-f21b-f111-a |
| Standard Status | Active |
| Middle/Junior School District | 425 |
| Elementary School District | 425 |
| Property Type | Detached Single |
Interior Features
| Interior Amenities | 1st Floor Bedroom,1st Floor Full Bath |
|---|---|
| Basement | Unfinished,Full |
| Total Fireplaces | 1 |
| Fireplace Features | Wood Burning |
| Laundry Features | Main Level,Electric Dryer Hookup,In Bathroom |
| Total Bedrooms | 2 |
| Room Type | Den |
| LivingAreaSource | Estimated |
| Total Baths | 1 |
| Bedrooms Possible | 2 |
| Bathroom | Separate Shower |
Exterior Features
| Parking Features | Gravel,Garage,Yes,Garage Owned,Detached |
|---|---|
| Water Source | Public |
| Total Parking | 2 |
| Foundation Details | Concrete Perimeter,Stone |
| Lot Dimensions | 90 X 144 |
| Lot Size Acres | 0.3 |
| Waterfront Y/N | No |
| Other Equipment | Ceiling Fan(s) |
Amenities
- Foreclosure
- Views
- Short Sale
- New Construction
- Adult 55+
- Lease To Own
- No HOA Fees
- Furnished
- Primary On Main
- Air Conditioning
- Seller Finance
- Green
- Fixer Upper
- Horse
- Golf
- Fireplace
- Deck
- Garage
- Basement
- Pool
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