Real Estate Investment Properties for Sale in Dekalb, IL

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Investment Property for Sale in Dekalb, IL

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PROPERTY	DETAILS	SALE PRICE	INVESTMENT PERFORMANCE
608 Fox Holw Dekalb, IL CALL THIS HOME! Nestled on a beautiful cul-de-sac, this professionally landscaped exterior...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,730 sq.ft.	$339,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.34% Traditional cash on cash: 3.61% Airbnb Rental Income: $1310 Traditional Rental Income: $2159 Airbnb ROI: -0.34% Traditional ROI: 3.61%
1628 E Dresser Road Dekalb, IL *** OFFERING a 3-car garage accommodating multiple car/toy storage, a rare find in this pr...	3 beds \| 1 baths \| 925 sq.ft.	$209,750	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.98% Traditional cash on cash: 6.16% Airbnb Rental Income: $1310 Traditional Rental Income: $1932 Airbnb ROI: 0.98% Traditional ROI: 6.16%
1606 Carlisle Ln Dekalb, IL Spacious ranch offering over 3,400 square feet of living space between the main level and ...	3 beds \| 3 baths \| 1,712 sq.ft.	$320,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.45% Traditional cash on cash: 3.89% Airbnb Rental Income: $1655 Traditional Rental Income: $2224 Airbnb ROI: 0.45% Traditional ROI: 3.89%
1512 Waterside Dr #3 Dekalb, IL Move right in to this spacious town home with grand two story entrance and living room. Up...	2 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,680 sq.ft.	$215,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -2.66% Traditional cash on cash: 5.48% Airbnb Rental Income: $727 Traditional Rental Income: $2075 Airbnb ROI: -2.66% Traditional ROI: 5.48%
755 Meridian Ct Dekalb, IL Completely refurbished townhome--new Carpet and Paint throughout! Ready for you to move in...	2 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,810 sq.ft.	$255,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -2.23% Traditional cash on cash: 4.59% Airbnb Rental Income: $727 Traditional Rental Income: $2060 Airbnb ROI: -2.23% Traditional ROI: 4.59%
152 Tilton Park Dr Dekalb, IL Move right in to this Tilton Park Ranch home. Superb location just blocks from Hopkins Pa...	3 beds \| 1 baths \| 900 sq.ft.	$219,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 1.02% Traditional cash on cash: 2.73% Airbnb Rental Income: $1310 Traditional Rental Income: $1258 Airbnb ROI: 1.02% Traditional ROI: 2.73%
298 Quinlan Ave Dekalb, IL Stunning and Immaculate Corner Ranch in Rivermist Subdivision of Dekalb. Brick/vinyl qua...	4 beds \| 3 baths \| 1,850 sq.ft.	$399,900	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 2.63% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $2265 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 2.63%
616 Bayfield Dr Dekalb, IL Move right into this updated 3 Bedroom, 2.5 Bath home! Main floor boasts Formal Dining roo...	4 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,800 sq.ft.	$359,999	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 3.39% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $2161 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 3.39%
752 Kensington Blvd Dekalb, IL ****BACK ON THE MARKET, BUYER COULD NOT OBTAIN FINANCING .This beautiful 4 bedroom,3 bath ...	4 beds \| 3 baths \| 1,584 sq.ft.	$365,000	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 4.34% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $2418 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 4.34%
1264 Bellevue Dr Dekalb, IL "NEW PRICE....AND.....SELLER CONTRIBUTING $5,000 CLOSING COST CREDIT ON ALL OFFERS THAT CL...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 2,275 sq.ft.	$340,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -1.37% Traditional cash on cash: 5.35% Airbnb Rental Income: $1310 Traditional Rental Income: $3051 Airbnb ROI: -1.37% Traditional ROI: 5.35%
624 S 2nd St Dekalb, IL Prepare to be impressed with this remodeled 4 Bedroom, 2 Bath home with original features....	4 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,892 sq.ft.	$259,400	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 8.09% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $2519 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 8.09%
673 Bayfield Dr Dekalb, IL This open, spacious home backing up the park with a fenced in yard and deck has a lot to o...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 2,023 sq.ft.	$375,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.49% Traditional cash on cash: 4.38% Airbnb Rental Income: $1310 Traditional Rental Income: $2616 Airbnb ROI: -0.49% Traditional ROI: 4.38%
3464 Basswood Ln Dekalb, IL This is a Well Built Large 2 Story Home In Dekalb that Now Needs Cosmetic Updates. Diamond...	4 beds \| 2 baths \| 3,494 sq.ft.	$363,900	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 4.61% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $2628 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 4.61%
621 Fairlane Ave Dekalb, IL	4 beds \| 1 baths \| 1,519 sq.ft.	$249,900	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 5.18% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $1963 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 5.18%
710 Glidden Ave Dekalb, IL Not many 1-storys like this! Pride of ownership is what delivers in this cute 1 bedroom ho...	1 beds \| 1 baths \| 600 sq.ft.	$135,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.02% Traditional cash on cash: 5.13% Airbnb Rental Income: $659 Traditional Rental Income: $1028 Airbnb ROI: -0.02% Traditional ROI: 5.13%
1616 Margaret Ln Dekalb, IL Buy this foreclosure deal the right way. Visit us at Auction.com, then login or create a f...	3 beds \| 1 baths \| 1,562 sq.ft.	$260,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 1.43% Traditional cash on cash: 2.98% Airbnb Rental Income: $1655 Traditional Rental Income: $1570 Airbnb ROI: 1.43% Traditional ROI: 2.98%
424 Billings Drive Dekalb, IL Welcome to an exceptional waterfront residence at 424 Billings Drive in DeKalb-where refin...	4 beds \| 3 baths \| 3,468 sq.ft.	$448,500	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 4.1% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $3170 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 4.1%
437 W HILLCREST DRIVE Dekalb, IL Invest with success and buy through Auction.com. This bank-owned investment property is a ...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,466 sq.ft.	$282,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.19% Traditional cash on cash: 4.34% Airbnb Rental Income: $1310 Traditional Rental Income: $2107 Airbnb ROI: -0.19% Traditional ROI: 4.34%
3705 Green Tree Ln Dekalb, IL **Multiple offers received. Calling for highest and best by 8pm Saturday April 8th. Lookin...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,900 sq.ft.	$299,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.42% Traditional cash on cash: 3.71% Airbnb Rental Income: $1310 Traditional Rental Income: $2064 Airbnb ROI: -0.42% Traditional ROI: 3.71%
216 Fairmont Dr Dekalb, IL Don't miss this inviting family ranch home in the Hillcrest subdivision. Freshly rehabbed ...	3 beds \| 1 baths \| 1,524 sq.ft.	$289,900	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.11% Traditional cash on cash: 3.81% Airbnb Rental Income: $1310 Traditional Rental Income: $1973 Airbnb ROI: -0.11% Traditional ROI: 3.81%
1536 Moluf St Dekalb, IL 3 Beds 1.5 Bath. Duplex. Hardwood floor (2024). Roof (2021), AC (2021) and Paint (2024). U...	3 beds \| 1 baths \| 2,124 sq.ft.	$239,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 1.44% Traditional cash on cash: 7.36% Airbnb Rental Income: $1310 Traditional Rental Income: $2241 Airbnb ROI: 1.44% Traditional ROI: 7.36%
3428 Comstock Ave Dekalb, IL NEW CONSTRUCTION, BEAUTIFUL SAMUEL MODEL RANCH HOME!! 4 Bedroom 2 Full bath located in a g...	4 beds \| 2 baths \| 2,129 sq.ft.	$404,900	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 5.86% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $2851 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 5.86%
151 Quinlan Ave Dekalb, IL NEW CONSTRUCTION! FABULOUS WESLEY MODEL RANCH HOME!! 3 Bedroom 2 Full bath located in the ...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,910 sq.ft.	$379,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.84% Traditional cash on cash: 5.83% Airbnb Rental Income: $1310 Traditional Rental Income: $2680 Airbnb ROI: 0.84% Traditional ROI: 5.83%
113 Andresen Ct Dekalb, IL Welcome home to this beautifully remodeled 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath townhome tucked away on a p...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| N/A	$349,900	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.14% Traditional cash on cash: 5.36% Airbnb Rental Income: $1310 Traditional Rental Income: $2710 Airbnb ROI: -0.14% Traditional ROI: 5.36%
136 John St Dekalb, IL Beautifully Updated 4-Bedroom, 3 full bathroom, an enclosed porch Home with Finished Basem...	4 beds \| 3 baths \| 2,800 sq.ft.	$233,000	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 10.68% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $3114 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 10.68%
TBD 8.67 Acres Fairview Dr Dekalb, IL TBD 8.67 Acres Fairview Dr, Dekalb, IL 60115 \| Other	N/A beds \| N/A baths \| N/A	$300,000	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: -1.13% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $690 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: -1.13%
SE Corner of 10th & Oak St Dekalb, IL SE Corner of 10th & Oak St, Dekalb, IL 60115 \| Other	N/A beds \| N/A baths \| N/A	$275,000	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: -0.93% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $690 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: -0.93%
Lot 78 Pebble Beach Ct Dekalb, IL Lot 78 Pebble Beach Ct, Dekalb, IL 60115 \| Other	N/A beds \| N/A baths \| N/A	$49,900	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 8.74% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $696 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 8.74%
204 W Locust St Dekalb, IL Looking to build your portfolio? This 3 unit near Downtown Dekalb and close to NIU is your...	5 beds \| 3 baths \| N/A	$299,900	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 5.55% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $2563 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 5.55%
512 Quinlan Ave Dekalb, IL SOLD DURING PROCESSING Photos are from a similar model.	4 beds \| 2 baths \| 2,129 sq.ft.	$439,900	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 5.56% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $2947 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 5.56%
742 S 4th St Dekalb, IL 742 S 4th St, Dekalb, IL 60115 \| Single Family Residential	4 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,824 sq.ft.	$224,900	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 6.42% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $2148 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 6.42%
368 Kingsbury Dr Dekalb, IL 368 Kingsbury Dr, Dekalb, IL 60115 \| Single Family Residential	5 beds \| 3 baths \| 4,000 sq.ft.	$499,900	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 2.23% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $2765 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 2.23%
01 Greenwood Acres Dr Dekalb, IL 01 Greenwood Acres Dr, Dekalb, IL 60115 \| Other	N/A beds \| N/A baths \| N/A	$2,750,000	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: -2.99% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $783 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: -2.99%
3301 Comstock Ave Dekalb, IL NEW CONSTRUCTION, BEAUTIFUL SAMUEL MODEL RANCH HOME!! 4 Bedroom 2 Full bath located in a g...	4 beds \| 2 baths \| 2,129 sq.ft.	$404,900	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 6.08% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $2934 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 6.08%
445 Windmill Way Dekalb, IL AMAZING, REMINGTON MODEL RANCH HOME WITH A BEAUTIFUL OPEN CONCEPT!!! Another spectacular p...	4 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,740 sq.ft.	$379,900	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 3.6% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $2553 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 3.6%
427 Windmill Way Dekalb, IL AMAZING, TWO-STORY HAMILTON MODEL WITH A BEAUTIFUL OPEN CONCEPT!!! Another spectacular pro...	4 beds \| 2 baths \| 2,330 sq.ft.	$414,900	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 6.55% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $3047 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 6.55%
226 W Locust St Dekalb, IL 226 W Locust St, Dekalb, IL 60115 \| Other	N/A beds \| N/A baths \| N/A	$216,492	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 0.23% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $803 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 0.23%
533 College Ave Dekalb, IL 533 College Ave, Dekalb, IL 60115 \| Other	N/A beds \| N/A baths \| N/A	$683,575	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: -2.14% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $803 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: -2.14%
627 N 11th St Dekalb, IL 627 N 11th St, Dekalb, IL 60115 \| Single Family Residential	3 beds \| 1 baths \| 994 sq.ft.	$149,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 2.46% Traditional cash on cash: 6.85% Airbnb Rental Income: $1310 Traditional Rental Income: $1528 Airbnb ROI: 2.46% Traditional ROI: 6.85%
12903 Perry Rd Dekalb, IL Don't miss this exceptional rebuilt Farmette on 5 surveyed and fully fenced acres. Origina...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 2,000 sq.ft.	$649,900	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.21% Traditional cash on cash: 3.01% Airbnb Rental Income: $1310 Traditional Rental Income: $2860 Airbnb ROI: -0.21% Traditional ROI: 3.01%

Real Estate investment in Dekalb, IL

There are 125 properties for sale in the city of Dekalb . The median list price in Dekalb is $263,342 and the average price per square foot is $145. In September 2026, the average monthly cash on cash return in Dekalb is 5.00%. The average monthly rental income in Dekalb is $2,161.

Dekalb, IL Real Estate Investing: FAQs for Buyers, Sellers and Investors

There are 125 investment properties available for sale in Dekalb.

In 2026, the best neighborhood to buy investment property is Dekalb.

The ROI for Short-Term is higher than the Long-Term in Dekalb with average rental income of $1,310.

Your search for investment property begins and ends here

Investment Property for Sale in Dekalb, IL

608 Fox Holw

Dekalb, IL

3 beds | 2 baths | 1,730 sq.ft.

$339,000

Airbnb cash on cash: -0.34%

Traditional cash on cash: 3.61%

Airbnb Rental Income: $1310

Traditional Rental Income: $2159

Airbnb ROI: -0.34%

Traditional ROI: 3.61%

1628 E Dresser Road

Dekalb, IL

3 beds | 1 baths | 925 sq.ft.

$209,750

Airbnb cash on cash: 0.98%

Traditional cash on cash: 6.16%

Airbnb Rental Income: $1310

Traditional Rental Income: $1932

Airbnb ROI: 0.98%

Traditional ROI: 6.16%

1606 Carlisle Ln

Dekalb, IL

3 beds | 3 baths | 1,712 sq.ft.

$320,000

Airbnb cash on cash: 0.45%

Traditional cash on cash: 3.89%

Airbnb Rental Income: $1655

Traditional Rental Income: $2224

Airbnb ROI: 0.45%

Traditional ROI: 3.89%

1512 Waterside Dr #3

Dekalb, IL

2 beds | 2 baths | 1,680 sq.ft.

$215,000

Airbnb cash on cash: -2.66%

Traditional cash on cash: 5.48%

Airbnb Rental Income: $727

Traditional Rental Income: $2075

Airbnb ROI: -2.66%

Traditional ROI: 5.48%

755 Meridian Ct

Dekalb, IL

2 beds | 2 baths | 1,810 sq.ft.

$255,000

Airbnb cash on cash: -2.23%

Traditional cash on cash: 4.59%

Airbnb Rental Income: $727

Traditional Rental Income: $2060

Airbnb ROI: -2.23%

Traditional ROI: 4.59%

152 Tilton Park Dr

Dekalb, IL

3 beds | 1 baths | 900 sq.ft.

$219,000

Airbnb cash on cash: 1.02%

Traditional cash on cash: 2.73%

Airbnb Rental Income: $1310

Traditional Rental Income: $1258

Airbnb ROI: 1.02%

Traditional ROI: 2.73%

298 Quinlan Ave

Dekalb, IL

4 beds | 3 baths | 1,850 sq.ft.

$399,900

Airbnb cash on cash: N/A

Traditional cash on cash: 2.63%

Airbnb Rental Income: $null

Traditional Rental Income: $2265

Airbnb ROI: N/A

Traditional ROI: 2.63%

616 Bayfield Dr

Dekalb, IL

4 beds | 2 baths | 1,800 sq.ft.

$359,999

Airbnb cash on cash: N/A

Traditional cash on cash: 3.39%

Airbnb Rental Income: $null

Traditional Rental Income: $2161

Airbnb ROI: N/A