#12353884, Robert Brannigan, Listing office: @properties Christie's International Real Estate
536 Center Ave Sycamore, IL 60178
Property details
About 536 Center Ave
Charming 1920s Home with Character & Potential - Just Steps from Downtown Sycamore. Nestled near the heart of downtown Sycamore, this 3-bedroom, 1-bath home offers 1,619 square feet of opportunity and charm. Built in 1920, it blends timeless character with important modern updates - ready for someone to bring their vision! Step inside to discover original hardwood floors, a walk-in pantry, and a master bedroom featuring a built-in vanity. A whole-house fan helps with airflow, and the partially finished basement adds valuable extra space. Outside, you'll find a deck, gardens, and a backyard shed for extra storage, and mature trees that frame the lot beautifully. Major updates include: New water heater (2025),Updated electrical panel (2022),New sewer pipe (2024), Roof replaced (2019) Furnace and A/C (2014). With its solid bones, classic charm, and walkable location, this home is the perfect canvas for your vision. Don't miss the opportunity to personalize this Sycamore gem.
Highlights
(Contingent)
Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Water Softener
- Basement: Yes
- Total Bedroom Count: 3
- Garage Space: 1 space
- Parking: On Site, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
- Heating: Natural Gas
- Cooling: Central Air
- List Price: $199,900
- Price/SqFt: $123
- HOA Amount: $0
- Annual Tax Amount: $4,341
- Tax Year: 2023
- Lot: Irregular Lot
- Directions: Head West on DeKalb Ave, Right on to Stark, Left on Center Ave, House will be on your Left.
- Year Built: 1920
- Living Area: 1,619 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.152 Acres
- MLS Number: 12414375
- MLS Name: MRED
- Office Name: Hometown Realty Group
- Office Phone: (815) 991-9293
- Office Email: Melissa@HRGSells.com
- Listing Agent: Melissa Mobile
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Tax history
Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
---|---|---|
2023 | $58,993 | $4,341 |
2022 | $54,107 | $- |
2021 | $50,795 | $4,321 |
2020 | $49,547 | $4,254 |
2019 | $48,461 | $4,179 |
2018 | $46,990 | $3,986 |
2017 | $45,131 | $3,986 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
5
West Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.2 mi
•718 S Locust St
3
Southeast Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.7 mi
•718 S Locust St
5
South Prairie Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.9 mi
•820 Borden Ave
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $66,563. Typical income of Sycamore, IL residents is between $35k-100k annually. Most families are single, no kids. The most common level of education of people living in this area is post secondary degree.
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Frequently asked questions
About 536 Center Ave
The listing price of 536 Center Ave property is $199,900.
The property 536 Center Ave is a house located in Sycamore, Illinois, 60178.
Accepting Backup Offers: 536 Center Ave is Accepting Backup Offers (Active Under Contract), there is still a chance to have your real estate agent submit an offer.
The nearby schools for 536 Center Ave are: West Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Southeast Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), South Prairie Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Sycamore Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Clinton Rosette Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Huntley Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Sycamore High School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), DeKalb High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Genoa-Kingston High School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $4,341 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The property at 536 Center Ave has 3 bedrooms and 1 bathroom.
The property 536 Center Ave is 1,619 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 536 Center Ave is 1920.
This home is located at 536 Center Ave in Sycamore, IL and zip code 60178. This 1,619 square foot home, which was built in 1920, sits on a 0.15 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since July 9, 2025 and is currently priced at $199,900.
In June 2025, from all listings sold in Sycamore, IL there were more than 13 sold above asking price, over 13 sold below and more than 7 were sold right at the asked price. The inventory of homes for sale in Sycamore, IL between May and June 2025 increased by 1.8%. While the average time on the market in June 2025 was 22 days, the median list price was $300,000.