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16 W Carol Ave, Cortland, IL, 60112

4beds
2baths
2,150sqft
$375,000
$174price/sqft
$2,953/moest. monthly cost
$118,120/yrincome needed

About This Home

Welcome home to this beautifully renovated bi-level offering the perfect blend of modern updates and comfortable living. From the moment you step inside, you'll appreciate the fresh finishes, updated flooring, contemporary lighting and stylish kitchen featuring fireplace, new countertops, and stainless steel appliances. The open living room provides an ideal space for everyday living and entertaining. The lower level offers a generous family room with wood burning fireplace, the 4th bedroom and full bath. Over-sized Utility room has space for an in-home office. Attached 2-car heated garage! Outside, enjoy a spacious deck just off of the kitchen and almost a half-acre corner lot perfect for relaxing, gardening, or entertaining. Move-in ready and thoughtfully updated throughout. New washer/dryer in 2023, water heater 2025, new kitchen appliances in 2025. Don't miss this exceptional opportunity to own a beautifully renovated home with country atmosphere that's ready for its new owner.

Getting Around

25
WalkingCar-Dependent
0
TransitVery Limited Transit
37
BikeSomewhat Bikeable

Schools

5/10
3/10
Huntley Middle SchoolGrades 6-83.5 mi
3/10
De Kalb High SchoolGrades 9-124.2 mi

Construction

Condition

  • Year built: 1976

Materials

  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Construction materials: Brick,Wood Siding

Notable Dates

  • Major remodel year: 2026

Type & Style

  • Home type: SingleFamily
  • Architectural style: Bi-Level
  • Property subType: Single Family Residence

Interior

Appliances

  • Appliances included: Range,Microwave,Dishwasher,Refrigerator,Washer,Dryer,Disposal,Humidifier,Gas Water Heater
  • Laundry features: In Unit

Basement

  • Has basement: Yes
  • Basement: Finished,Full,Daylight

Bedroom2

  • Features: Flooring (Luxury Vinyl),Window Treatments (Blinds)
  • Level: Second
  • Area: 120
  • Dimensions: 12X10

Bedroom3

  • Features: Flooring (Luxury Vinyl),Window Treatments (Blinds)
  • Level: Second
  • Area: 99
  • Dimensions: 11X9

Bedroom4

  • Features: Flooring (Luxury Vinyl)
  • Level: Main
  • Area: 121
  • Dimensions: 11X11

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Bathrooms: 2
  • Full bathrooms: 2

Family Room

  • Features: Flooring (Luxury Vinyl),Window Treatments (Blinds)
  • Level: Main
  • Area: 378
  • Dimensions: 27X14

Features

  • Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Number of fireplaces: 2
  • Fireplace features: Wood Burning,Electric,Family Room,Kitchen
  • Fireplace: Yes

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: Natural Gas
  • Cooling features: Central Air

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 0
  • Total interior livable area: 2,150 sqft

Kitchen

  • Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Table Space),Flooring (Luxury Vinyl),Window Treatments (Blinds)
  • Level: Second
  • Area: 180
  • Dimensions: 15X12

Laundry

  • Features: Flooring (Luxury Vinyl)
  • Level: Main
  • Area: 120
  • Dimensions: 12X10

Living Room

  • Features: Flooring (Luxury Vinyl)
  • Level: Second
  • Area: 225
  • Dimensions: 15X15

Master Bedroom

  • Features: Flooring (Luxury Vinyl),Window Treatments (Blinds)
  • Level: Second
  • Area: 150
  • Dimensions: 15X10

Other

  • Features: Flooring (Luxury Vinyl)
  • Level: Main
  • Area: 143
  • Dimensions: 13X11

Walk In Closet

  • Features: Flooring (Luxury Vinyl)
  • Level: Second
  • Area: 30
  • Dimensions: 6X5

Property

Accessibility

  • Accessibility features: No Disability Access

Details

  • Parcel number: 0920379017
  • Special condition: None
  • Other equipment: Water-Softener Owned,Ceiling Fan(s),Sump Pump

Features

  • Levels: Bi-Level

Lot

  • Lot size: 0.43 Acres
  • Lot size dimensions: 80 x 190 x 132 x 185

Parking

  • Total spaces: 2
  • Parking features: Asphalt,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
    Cold WaveRelatively High
  • Strong Wind
    Strong WindModerate
  • Tornado
    TornadoModerate

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Cold Wave
Strong Wind
Tornado

FEMA Declared Disasters Across Illinois Counties

Flood

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

MonthlyAnnual
Mortgage $1,896$22,752
Home Insurance *$192$2,304
Property Taxes $700$8,400
Electricity $165$1,984
Total$2,953$35,436
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$101,245/yr
40% on housing$88,590/yr
45% on housing$78,746/yr

Illinois FAIR Plan Programs

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Current Policies
Residential: 1,961Commercial: 62
Total Premiums$4.35M
Total Exposure$370.02M

How Costs Could Change Over Time

Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.

Insurance Growth Rate5-year average: 11.8%
11.8%
0%30.0%
Electricity Growth Rate10-year average: 5.5%
5.5%
0%15.0%
Property Taxes Growth Rate2-year average: -1.6%
-1.6%
0%15.0%
Income Spent on Housing
30%
30%45%

Comparing Against the Market

Price Per Sq Ft

$174This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 60112$182
DeKalb County$184

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 60112$183
DeKalb County$178

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

DateEventPrice
2026-08-03Listing removed$385,000
2026-07-29Listed for sale$385,000
2024-07-17Sold$255,000
2024-06-27Contingent$259,000
2024-06-08Listed for sale$259,000
2024-05-31Contingent$259,000
2024-05-23Price change$259,000
2024-05-16Listed for sale$289,900
2011-07-03Listing removed$184,900
2009-11-25Listed for sale$184,900
2009-09-10Listing removed$184,900
2009-08-06Price change$184,900
2009-07-13Listed for sale$189,900

For Sale by Agent

AgentMarsha Wallace
BrokerageFox Valley Real Estate

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