181 Tilton Park Dr, Dekalb, IL, 60115
About This Home
Spacious and updated 5-bedroom, 3.5-bath home on a beautifully landscaped half-acre lot. This property offers exceptional indoor and outdoor living with an upgraded kitchen featuring custom cabinetry, solid-surface countertops, stainless steel appliances, and a breakfast bar. The vaulted dining room includes a bay window, and the bright living room offers hardwood flooring. A stunning sunroom with floor-to-ceiling windows, knotty pine detailing, and a vaulted ceiling provides views of the backyard and convenient access through French doors. The main level includes three bedrooms, a full bath, and a half bath with laundry. The upper level features a private primary suite with walk-in closet and an additional 26x17 bedroom or flex room. A walk-up attic provides excellent storage options. Additional highlights include an oversized two-car garage with cabinets and a desirable location on a channel of the Kishwaukee River, close to Hopkins Park and recreational amenities. This move-in ready home offers versatility, comfort, and a serene natural setting.
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
Some Transit
Very BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1962
Materials
- Construction materials: Other
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Range,Microwave,Dishwasher,High End Refrigerator,Washer,Dryer,Disposal,Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
- Laundry features: Main Level,In Unit,In Bathroom
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Crawl Space,None
Bedroom2
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 442
- Dimensions: 17X26
Bedroom3
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Main
- Area: 120
- Dimensions: 10X12
Bedroom4
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Main
- Area: 108
- Dimensions: 9X12
Bedroom5
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Main
- Area: 110
- Dimensions: 10X11
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Dining Room
- Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
- Level: Main
- Area: 156
- Dimensions: 12X13
Features
- Vaulted Ceiling(s),1st Floor Bedroom,1st Floor Full Bath,Built-in Features,Walk-In Closet(s),Dining Combo
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Natural Gas
- Cooling features: Central Air
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 2,580 sqft
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Breakfast Bar,Custom Cabinetry,SolidSurfaceCounter,Updated Kitchen),Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
- Level: Main
- Area: 156
- Dimensions: 12X13
Living Room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 238
- Dimensions: 14X17
Master Bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Carpet),Bathroom (Full)
- Level: Second
- Area: 195
- Dimensions: 13X15
Sun Room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Main
- Area: 182
- Dimensions: 14X13
Property
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Details
- Parcel number: 0814180011
- Special condition: None
- Other equipment: Ceiling Fan(s)
Features
- Stories: 2
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Back of Property
- Water view: Back of Property
- On waterfront: Yes
Lot
- Lot size dimensions: 111.10 X 165 X 155 X 160
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Concrete,Garage Door Opener,Yes,Garage Owned,Attached,Garage
- Has garage: Yes
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Covered spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Cold Wave
- Inland Flooding
- Strong Wind
- Tornado
- Lightning
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters Across Illinois Counties
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $1,465 | $17,580 |
| Home Insurance * | $164 | $1,968 |
| Property Taxes | $541 | $6,492 |
| Electricity | $198 | $2,381 |
| Total | $2,368 | $28,416 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Illinois FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
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Comparing Against the Market
Price Per Sq Ft
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Median $/sqft
Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-03-29 | Price change | $317,500 |
| 2026-01-12 | Price change | $329,900 |
| 2025-11-22 | Listed for sale | $334,900 |
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