Single Family ResidenceResidential
Last sold for $304,000 on Apr 28, 2025
257 ELLEN ST
SYCAMORE, IL 60178
5
Beds
2
Baths
2,008 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
0.16 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2006
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
Valuation
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$304,000 · Apr 28, 2025
Tax & Assessment
Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$7,474 (2024)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$95,611 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$12,330
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$83,281
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$89,894
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$286,833
Climate Risk
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.12 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.minimal
Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.
Property Facts
Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyDEKALB
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.17
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.No Foundation
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
Transaction History(3)
Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.
EMH
West Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.4 mi
Sycamore Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.8 mi
Sycamore High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.8 mi
District: Sycamore Community Unit School District 427
Neighborhood · ZIP 60178These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.
CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.69
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.88
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.51
Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.
Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.97%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.27%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.9%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.5%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.23,227
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.340 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$88,175
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$103,851
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.48°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.37 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.52%
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How this home compares
257 Ellen St measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.
- Bigger than 86% of homes in Sycamore 60178
- Has a smaller lot than 84% of homes in DeKalb County
- Newer than 88% of homes in DeKalb County
How it measures up in Sycamore 60178
The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Sycamore 60178.
Living area2,008 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,338 ft²Bigger
Bigger than 86% of homes nearby
Lot size0.16 ac
SmallerTypical 0.25 acBigger
Bigger than 21% of homes nearby
Year built2006
OlderTypical 1990Newer
Newer than 87% of homes nearby
| Measure | This home | Sycamore 60178 | DeKalb County |
|---|---|---|---|
| Living areabigger than | 2,008 ft² | 86% of homes | 85% of homes |
| Lot sizebigger than | 0.16 ac | 21% of homes | 16% of homes |
| Year builtnewer than | 2006 | 87% of homes | 88% of homes |
About 257 Ellen St
When did 257 Ellen St, Sycamore, IL last sell?
257 Ellen St, Sycamore, IL last sold on Apr 28, 2025 for $304,000, according to the county's recorded deed.
How big is 257 Ellen St, Sycamore, IL?
257 Ellen St, Sycamore, IL has 5 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2,008 square feet of living space and a 0.17-acre lot.
When was 257 Ellen St, Sycamore, IL built?
257 Ellen St, Sycamore, IL was built in 2006, making it 20 years old. The building has 1 story.
What schools serve 257 Ellen St, Sycamore, IL?
257 Ellen St, Sycamore, IL is assigned to West Elementary School (elementary), rated B-; Sycamore Middle School (middle), rated B-; Sycamore High School (high), rated B+. All sit in Sycamore Community Unit School District 427. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.
How does 257 Ellen St, Sycamore, IL compare to other homes in Sycamore 60178?
Among the 7,690 homes in Sycamore 60178, it is bigger than 86% of them (2,008 ft² against a typical 1,338 ft²), its lot is bigger than 21% of them (0.16 ac against a typical 0.25 ac) and it is newer than 87% of them (2006 against a typical 1990). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.
What are the property taxes on 257 Ellen St, Sycamore, IL?
The 2024 property tax bill for 257 Ellen St, Sycamore, IL was $7,474. The county assessed it at $95,611.
More homes on Ellen St
- 221 Ellen St$250K3 bd · 1 ba · 1,704 ft² · Sold $250K · Jun 2026
- 211 Ellen St$271K3 bd · 2 ba · 1,063 ft² · Sold $260K · Mar 2024
- 265 Ellen St$322K5 bd · 2 ba · 2,008 ft² · Sold $198K · May 2019
- 231 Ellen St$255K4 bd · 3 ba · 1,024 ft² · Sold $105K · Jun 2009
- 225 Ellen St$152K3 bd · 1 ba · 700 ft² · Sold $114K · Jul 2007
- 279 Ellen St$229KSingle Family Residential · Sold $120K · Nov 2005
- 273 Ellen St$224K2 bd · 1 ba · 816 ft² · Sold $109K · Jun 2004
- 251 Ellen St$241K3 bd · 1 ba · 1,140 ft² · Sold $68K · Mar 1990
- 241 Ellen St$140K2 bd · 1 ba · 456 ft² · Sold $19K · Jun 1988
Closest homes
- 265 Ellen St$322K70 ft · 5 bd · 2 ba · 2,008 ft² · Sold $198K · May 2019
- 251 Ellen St$241K71 ft · 3 bd · 1 ba · 1,140 ft² · Sold $68K · Mar 1990
- 241 Ellen St$140K127 ft · 2 bd · 1 ba · 456 ft² · Sold $19K · Jun 1988
- 273 Ellen St$224K149 ft · 2 bd · 1 ba · 816 ft² · Sold $109K · Jun 2004
- 246 N Cross St$250K117 ft · 3 bd · 1 ba · 888 ft² · Sold $172K · Jan 2019
- 236 N Cross St126 ft · 1 bd · 2 ba · 784 ft² · Sold $144K · Dec 2024
- 254 N Cross St$316K149 ft · 5 bd · 2 ba · 2,004 ft² · Sold Jul 2022
- 231 Ellen St$255K185 ft · 4 bd · 3 ba · 1,024 ft² · Sold $105K · Jun 2009
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- 13938 Bethany Rd$699K1 bd · 3.5 ba · 2,156 ft² · Sold $675K · Oct 2026
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- 1526 Pebblewood Dr$300K1 bd · 1.5 ba · 1,400 ft² · Sold $300K · Oct 2026
- 209 Alfred Dr$360K4 bd · 1.5 ba · 1,861 ft² · Sold $355K · Oct 2026
- 27031 Brickville Rd$720K5 bd · 2.5 ba · 1,309 ft² · Sold $680K · Sep 2026
- 360 Swanson Rd$305K5 bd · 1.5 ba · 1,526 ft² · Sold $305K · Sep 2026
- 130 Greeley St$241K5 bd · 2 ba · 1,130 ft² · Sold $255K · Sep 2026
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