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240 W Locust St, Dekalb, IL 60115, USA
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About 240 W Locust St
Charming 2-Story Brick Home Near Downtown & NIU This meticulously kept 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath brick home offers the perfect blend of vintage character and modern convenience, located just blocks from Dekalb's downtown shops/dining/entertainment and close to Northern Illinois University campus. Step inside to a spacious, sun-filled living room featuring beautiful original hardwood floors and a cozy fireplace. The open staircase offers a well placed coat closet. A bonus sitting area provides flexible space for a home office, reading nook, or additional living area. The generously sized kitchen opens to the dining area, perfect for casual meals or entertaining and includes a convenient pass-through to the bonus area. A half bath completes the main level. Upstairs, you’ll find three well-sized bedrooms with ample closet space, along with a bonus room offering another option for your home office, craft space, or study area. A full bathroom serves the second floor. Additional features include: Full, partially paneled, basement offering additional entertaining and storage options. Laundry area with washer and dryer included. Partially fenced backyard for added privacy and a detached garage This home is perfect for anyone looking for character, space, and a convenient location. Now accepting rental applications! Requirements of applicants include 620 credit score and three times the monthly rent in monthly income. Pets reviewed with application. Please complete the pet registration form on our website - pittsleyrealty. com (under forms). Give us a call at 815-756-7768 or email **** to schedule a showing today!
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We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.How 240 W Locust St compares to other nearby properties.
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- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 0.5 mile away
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 0.5 mile away
Address details
| Zip code | 60115 |
|---|---|
| Type | House for rent |
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Rent trends in Dekalb
3-bedroom apartments at 240 W Locust St cost about 42% more than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Dekalb.
Median rents as of Apr 25 2026.
Dekalb
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| May 2024 | $1,190 |
| June 2024 | $1,204 |
| July 2024 | $1,203 |
| August 2024 | $1,155 |
| September 2024 | $1,167 |
| October 2024 | $1,195 |
| November 2024 | $1,217 |
| December 2024 | $1,366 |
| January 2025 | $1,407 |
| February 2025 | $1,340 |
| March 2025 | $1,277 |
| April 2025 | $1,252 |
| May 2025 | $1,146 |
| June 2025 | $1,167 |
| July 2025 | $1,304 |
| August 2025 | $1,260 |
| September 2025 | $1,239 |
| October 2025 | $1,325 |
| November 2025 | $1,345 |
| December 2025 | $1,350 |
| January 2026 | $1,345 |
| February 2026 | $1,353 |
| March 2026 | $1,343 |
| April 2026 | $1,342 |
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3 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
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Schools near 240 W Locust St
Littlejohn Elementary School
1121 school st
dekalb, IL, 60115
K-5Public
C+
Dekalb Early Learning & Development Center
1515 s 4th st
dekalb, IL, 60115
PKPublic
Creston Elementary School
po box 37
creston, IL, 60113
K-8Public
A
Steward Elementary School
po box 76
steward, IL, 60553
K-8Public
B+
Eswood Community Consolidated Grade School
304 main st
lindenwood, IL, 61049
K-8Public
B
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Getting around Dekalb near 240 W Locust St
Walking
5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.
Driving
7/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.
Cycling
5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.
Transit
4/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.
Points of interest for 240 W Locust St, Dekalb
Groceries
2/10
At least one supermarket within a 30-minute walk
Shopping
3/10
Some shops within walking distance
Cafes
5/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
5/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk
Primary schools
8/10
At least one elementary school within a 15-minute walk
High schools
8/10
At least one high school within a 15-minute walk
Nightlife
4/10
Some bars within walking distance
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