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
430 Turnbury Court E Dekalb, IL Welcome to 430 Turnbury Court East, a classic colonial tucked away on a peaceful cul-de-sa...	4 beds \| 4 baths \| 1,900 sq.ft.	$335,000	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 5.24% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $2591 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 5.24%
1155 S 5th Street Dekalb, IL OFFER VERBALLY ACCEPTED; PAPERWORK PENDING. IN RECEIPT OF MULTIPLE OFFERS. SELLERS REQUEST...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,195 sq.ft.	$209,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.88% Traditional cash on cash: 8.14% Airbnb Rental Income: $1203 Traditional Rental Income: $2257 Airbnb ROI: 0.88% Traditional ROI: 8.14%
2133 Patriot Drive Dekalb, IL Welcome to this beautiful end-unit townhome offering space, style, and thoughtful design t...	3 beds \| 3 baths \| 1,895 sq.ft.	$295,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.65% Traditional cash on cash: 5.21% Airbnb Rental Income: $1203 Traditional Rental Income: $2441 Airbnb ROI: -0.65% Traditional ROI: 5.21%
1169 Golf Court Dekalb, IL Welcome to your new home! This stunning 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath townhome perfectly blends comf...	3 beds \| 3 baths \| 1,608 sq.ft.	$249,900	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.85% Traditional cash on cash: 5.3% Airbnb Rental Income: $1203 Traditional Rental Income: $2265 Airbnb ROI: -0.85% Traditional ROI: 5.3%
1461 Waterside Drive Dekalb, IL Look No Further! One Level Living, 2-Bed, 2-Full Bath, 2-Car Garage, Fenced Backyard with ...	2 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,658 sq.ft.	$265,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.61% Traditional cash on cash: 6.38% Airbnb Rental Income: $1502 Traditional Rental Income: $2509 Airbnb ROI: 0.61% Traditional ROI: 6.38%
607 N 9th Street Dekalb, IL Half duplex home ready to move right into! This duplex home features 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroo...	3 beds \| 1 baths \| 832 sq.ft.	$185,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.66% Traditional cash on cash: 5.97% Airbnb Rental Income: $1203 Traditional Rental Income: $1749 Airbnb ROI: 0.66% Traditional ROI: 5.97%
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: -0.52% Traditional cash on cash: 4.34% Airbnb Rental Income: $1203 Traditional Rental Income: $2107 Airbnb ROI: -0.52% Traditional ROI: 4.34%
910 Dawn Court Dekalb, IL Welcome to this move-in ready tri-level home offering 4 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. Ste...	4 beds \| 2 baths \| N/A	$280,000	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 6.73% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $2536 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 6.73%
1506 CRAYTON CIR E Dekalb, IL Invest with success and buy through Auction.com. This bank-owned investment property is a ...	4 beds \| 2.5 baths \| 1,900 sq.ft.	$251,000	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 6.48% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $2466 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 6.48%
626 N 5TH STREET Dekalb, IL Invest with success and buy through Auction.com. This bank-owned investment property is a ...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,146 sq.ft.	$158,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 1.52% Traditional cash on cash: 9.31% Airbnb Rental Income: $1203 Traditional Rental Income: $1989 Airbnb ROI: 1.52% Traditional ROI: 9.31%
688 Fox Hollow Dekalb, IL Set on a beautifully wooded half-acre parcel with winding walking paths and a tranquil cre...	4 beds \| 4 baths \| 2,840 sq.ft.	$369,900	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 6.89% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $3568 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 6.89%
3428 Comstock Avenue 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%
102 Quinlan Avenue Dekalb, IL Imagine waking up to serene, tree-filled views in this beautifully maintained 5-bedroom, 2...	5 beds \| 3 baths \| 3,756 sq.ft.	$485,000	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 3.8% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $3316 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 3.8%
151 Quinlan Avenue 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: 0.59% Traditional cash on cash: 5.83% Airbnb Rental Income: $1203 Traditional Rental Income: $2680 Airbnb ROI: 0.59% Traditional ROI: 5.83%
5821 W DICKISON CEMETERY Road Dekalb, IL Set on a private, tree-lined 2.05-acre lot, this beautifully maintained home blends modern...	5 beds \| 5 baths \| 4,902 sq.ft.	$725,000	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 4.94% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $5220 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 4.94%
216 Pardridge Dekalb, IL Last contract fell through due to financing. Move in ready! This main floor two bedroom, o...	2 beds \| 1 baths \| N/A	$149,999	Airbnb cash on cash: 2.42% Traditional cash on cash: 7.61% Airbnb Rental Income: $1502 Traditional Rental Income: $1807 Airbnb ROI: 2.42% Traditional ROI: 7.61%
1177 Golf Court Dekalb, IL ENJOY THE GOLF COURSE VIEW & FUN FROM YOUR OVERSIZED BACKYARD DECK! Welcome home to your 3...	3 beds \| 4 baths \| 2,152 sq.ft.	$295,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -1.21% Traditional cash on cash: 6.53% Airbnb Rental Income: $1203 Traditional Rental Income: $2965 Airbnb ROI: -1.21% Traditional ROI: 6.53%
1113 N 13th Dekalb, IL 3 bedroom ranch - ready to move into, heated 2.5 car garage and fenced yard. New roof 2024...	3 beds \| 1 baths \| N/A	$199,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 1.07% Traditional cash on cash: 6.85% Airbnb Rental Income: $1203 Traditional Rental Income: $1910 Airbnb ROI: 1.07% Traditional ROI: 6.85%
136 John Street Dekalb, IL Beautifully Updated 4-Bedroom, 3 full bathroom, an enclosed porch Home with Finished Basem...	5 beds \| 3 baths \| 2,800 sq.ft.	$249,900	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 9.91% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $3114 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 9.91%
181 Tilton Park Drive Dekalb, IL Spacious and updated 5-bedroom, 3.5-bath home on a beautifully landscaped half-acre lot. T...	5 beds \| 4 baths \| 2,580 sq.ft.	$329,900	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 10.06% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $4029 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 10.06%
1415 Cambria Drive Dekalb, IL Enjoy comfort and convenience in this beautifully maintained half duplex 2-bedroom, 2-bath...	2 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,488 sq.ft.	$258,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 1.04% Traditional cash on cash: 6.65% Airbnb Rental Income: $1502 Traditional Rental Income: $2430 Airbnb ROI: 1.04% Traditional ROI: 6.65%
3431 Comstock Avenue Dekalb, IL SOLD DURING PROCESSING NEW CONSTRUCTION! FABULOUS WESLEY MODEL RANCH HOME!! 3 Bedroom ...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,911 sq.ft.	$392,240	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.83% Traditional cash on cash: 6.3% Airbnb Rental Income: $1203 Traditional Rental Income: $2824 Airbnb ROI: 0.83% Traditional ROI: 6.3%
612 Russell Road Dekalb, IL Welcome Home to 612 Russell Rd! Park Front Living with Major Infrastructure Peace of Mind....	3 beds \| 3 baths \| 1,872 sq.ft.	$249,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 0% Traditional cash on cash: 7.99% Airbnb Rental Income: $1203 Traditional Rental Income: $2699 Airbnb ROI: 0% Traditional ROI: 7.99%
17093 Somonauk Road Dekalb, IL Rare 10-Acre Farmette Opportunity in a Prime DeKalb Location! Welcome to a truly special o...	2 beds \| 2 baths \| N/A	$549,900	Airbnb cash on cash: -1.85% Traditional cash on cash: 0.7% Airbnb Rental Income: $1502 Traditional Rental Income: $2375 Airbnb ROI: -1.85% Traditional ROI: 0.7%
543 Brant Circle Dekalb, IL What a wonderful place to call home! This 2bedroom (with potential to make it a 3-bedroom ...	2 beds \| 3 baths \| 1,740 sq.ft.	$349,900	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.16% Traditional cash on cash: 4.01% Airbnb Rental Income: $1502 Traditional Rental Income: $2431 Airbnb ROI: -0.16% Traditional ROI: 4.01%
1614 Huntington Dekalb, IL Solid all-brick ranch offering a fresh, modern feel throughout. The living room features a...	3 beds \| 3 baths \| 1,959 sq.ft.	$330,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.58% Traditional cash on cash: 5.87% Airbnb Rental Income: $1203 Traditional Rental Income: $2814 Airbnb ROI: -0.58% Traditional ROI: 5.87%
720 S 2ND Dekalb, IL This charming ranch offers 2 beds, 1.5 baths and a fully renovated main floor. Enclosed si...	2 beds \| 2 baths \| 250 sq.ft.	$195,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 2.08% Traditional cash on cash: 6% Airbnb Rental Income: $1502 Traditional Rental Income: $1789 Airbnb ROI: 2.08% Traditional ROI: 6%
110 Pooler Avenue Dekalb, IL Modern, light and bright ranch home that has been completely transformed and shows like a ...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,652 sq.ft.	$324,900	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.15% Traditional cash on cash: 3.66% Airbnb Rental Income: $1203 Traditional Rental Income: $1977 Airbnb ROI: -0.15% Traditional ROI: 3.66%
1118 HOLMES Place Dekalb, IL Step into a bright and inviting home where style meets comfort. The eat-in kitchen is a tr...	3 beds \| 1 baths \| 1,408 sq.ft.	$268,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.48% Traditional cash on cash: 5.79% Airbnb Rental Income: $1203 Traditional Rental Income: $2160 Airbnb ROI: 0.48% Traditional ROI: 5.79%
3853 S Pointe Drive unit: C #C Dekalb, IL	3 beds \| 2 baths \| N/A	$250,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.78% Traditional cash on cash: 7.56% Airbnb Rental Income: $1203 Traditional Rental Income: $2414 Airbnb ROI: 0.78% Traditional ROI: 7.56%

Real Estate investment in Dekalb, IL

There are 31 properties for sale in the city of Dekalb . The median list price in Dekalb is $280,000 and the average price per square foot is $154. In January 2026, the average monthly cash on cash return in Dekalb is 6.00%. The average monthly rental income in Dekalb is $2,466.

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

There are 31 investment properties available for sale in Dekalb.

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

The ROI for Long-Term is higher than the Short-Term in Dekalb with average rental income of $2,466.

Your search for investment property begins and ends here

Investment Property for Sale in Dekalb, IL

430 Turnbury Court E

Dekalb, IL

4 beds | 4 baths | 1,900 sq.ft.

$335,000

Airbnb cash on cash: N/A

Traditional cash on cash: 5.24%

Airbnb Rental Income: $null

Traditional Rental Income: $2591

Airbnb ROI: N/A

Traditional ROI: 5.24%

1155 S 5th Street

Dekalb, IL

3 beds | 2 baths | 1,195 sq.ft.

$209,900

Airbnb cash on cash: 0.88%

Traditional cash on cash: 8.14%

Airbnb Rental Income: $1203

Traditional Rental Income: $2257

Airbnb ROI: 0.88%

Traditional ROI: 8.14%

2133 Patriot Drive

Dekalb, IL

3 beds | 3 baths | 1,895 sq.ft.

$295,000

Airbnb cash on cash: -0.65%

Traditional cash on cash: 5.21%

Airbnb Rental Income: $1203

Traditional Rental Income: $2441

Airbnb ROI: -0.65%

Traditional ROI: 5.21%

1169 Golf Court

Dekalb, IL

3 beds | 3 baths | 1,608 sq.ft.

$249,900

Airbnb cash on cash: -0.85%

Traditional cash on cash: 5.3%

Airbnb Rental Income: $1203

Traditional Rental Income: $2265

Airbnb ROI: -0.85%

Traditional ROI: 5.3%

1461 Waterside Drive

Dekalb, IL

2 beds | 2 baths | 1,658 sq.ft.

$265,900

Airbnb cash on cash: 0.61%

Traditional cash on cash: 6.38%

Airbnb Rental Income: $1502

Traditional Rental Income: $2509

Airbnb ROI: 0.61%

Traditional ROI: 6.38%

607 N 9th Street

Dekalb, IL

3 beds | 1 baths | 832 sq.ft.

$185,000

Airbnb cash on cash: 0.66%

Traditional cash on cash: 5.97%

Airbnb Rental Income: $1203

Traditional Rental Income: $1749

Airbnb ROI: 0.66%

Traditional ROI: 5.97%

437 W HILLCREST DRIVE

Dekalb, IL

3 beds | 2 baths | 1,466 sq.ft.

$282,000

Airbnb cash on cash: -0.52%

Traditional cash on cash: 4.34%

Airbnb Rental Income: $1203

Traditional Rental Income: $2107

Airbnb ROI: -0.52%

Traditional ROI: 4.34%

910 Dawn Court

Dekalb, IL

4 beds | 2 baths | N/A

$280,000

Airbnb cash on cash: N/A

Traditional cash on cash: 6.73%

Airbnb Rental Income: $null

Traditional Rental Income: $2536

Airbnb ROI: N/A