
240 W Locust St, Dekalb, IL 60115
What This House Offers
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 - (under forms).
Give us a call at or email to schedule a showing today!
Unit
- $1,875 / month
- 3 Beds
- 1.5 Baths
- Available Now
240 W Locust St is a single-family home for rent in Dekalb, IL
Fees and Policies
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No Pets Allowed
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Dekalb, IL 60115
Area Scores
Walkability
Fairly walkable50 / 100
Transit
Some public transit40 / 100
Driveability
Moderately drivable70 / 100
Bikeability
Fairly bikeable50 / 100
Travel and Transit

Local Education
Primary and Secondary Schools
Founders Elementary School
Grades K-5
Public
Camelot Schools-Dekalb Campus
Grades K-K
Private
Clinton Rosette Middle School
Grades 6-8
Public
De Kalb High School
Grades 9-12
Public
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Colleges and Universities
School
Commute Time (Distance)
Northern Illinois University
Walk: 14 min (0.7 mi)
Kishwaukee College
Drive: 14 min (7.2 mi)
Discover Downtown DeKalb, Dekalb, IL
Shopping Centers
Shoppers will appreciate 240 W Locust St proximity to Junction Center Shopping Center, Parkview Shopping/ Office Center, and Eagle Center. Junction Center Shopping Center is 0.9 miles away, and Parkview Shopping/ Office Center is within a 29 minute walk.
Commuting
With a TransitScore of 40, 240 W Locust St has some public transit, including 5 transit stops within 31.1 miles. Transit options include Elburn Station and La Fox Station.
Parks and Recreation
Recreational activities near 240 W Locust St are plentiful. Discover 1 park within 0.7 miles, including NIU Observatory.
Airports
Living in Downtown DeKalb provides easy access to Chicago/Rockford International, located just 53 minutes from 240 W Locust St.
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