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$359,900

For Sale - Active
28234 Brickville Rd, Sycamore, IL 60178
3 Beds
1 Bath
1,478 Square Feet
0.00 Acres Lot
Built in 1886
For Sale - Active
Units n/a
Checked: 6 hours ago
Updated: Sep 04, 2025 at 07:23PM

Investment Summary


Monthly Cash Flow
-$706
Cap Rate
3.3%
Cash-on-Cash Return
-10.2%
Debt Coverage Ratio
0.59
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
-5.9%

Property Description


0.00 Acres Lot
Built in 1886
For Sale - Active
Units n/a

Historic, one-of-a-kind property available for the first time since the Greatest Generation came home from the Second World War. The property is a 8.5 acre MOL homestead with over a quarter mile of the Kishwaukee River curving along the West edge of the property. In the mid-1800s Combs Mill was located on this stretch of river, grinding grain, sawing lumber, and a local landmark that provided a gathering spot for the growing community of Sycamore. On this property today, with Combs Mill long gone, sits a 3 bed 1 bath farmhouse built in 1886. Although the home has not been updated in decades it has been well-maintained and cared for over the years and is accompanied by a steel 36' x 54' outbuilding. The home and outbuilding sit on approximately 8.5 acres on Brickville Rd. This is a rare opportunity to make a home on your own personal nature preserve only minutes away from the amenities of downtown Sycamore. With the river and woods providing opportunities for fishing, hiking, and kayaking just steps away from the house, and downtown Sycamore providing dining and entertainment a short drive away, this property would make an ideal vacation retreat or rental. Schedule a showing to see 28234 Brickville Rd today! Plan on scheduling enough time to take leisurely walk on the almost quarter mile trail cut in along the riverbank. Home and 8.5 acres MOL is to be split from parcel number 0607300005. Property split is subject to County Approval.

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Property Details


Parking

  • Details: Asphalt
  • Garage Spaces: 0
  • Spaces Total: 0

Bedroom Information

  • # of Bedrooms: 3

Bathroom Information

  • # of Baths (Full): 1
  • # of Baths (Total): 1.0

Interior Features

  • # of Rooms: 7
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Description: Unfinished, Full

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Walls Materials: Wood Siding

Land Information

  • Land Use: Residential
  • Land Use Subtype: Rural/Agricultural

Lot Information

  • Parcel ID: 0607300005
  • Lot Size: 0 sqft

Property Information

  • Property Type: Single Family Residence
  • Style: Farmhouse
  • Year Built: 1886

Tax Information

  • Annual Tax: $4,589

Utilities

  • Water & Sewer: Well
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
  • Cooling: Wall Unit(s)

Location

  • County: De Kalb

Listing Details


Listed by:
Matthew Hoffman
Hoffman Realty
(815) 501-3351

Source:
Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS#: 12085133
Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

Investment Summary


Monthly Cash Flow
-$706
Cap Rate
3.3%
Cash-on-Cash Return
-10.2%
Debt Coverage Ratio
0.59
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
-5.9%

Purchase Details

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Purchase price:
$359,900
Amount financed:
-$287,920
Down payment:
$71,980
Closing costs:
$10,797
Rehab costs:
$0
Initial cash invested:
$82,777
Square feet:
1,478
Cost per square foot:
$244
Monthly rent per square foot:
$1.35

Financing Details

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Loan amount:
$287,920
Loan to value ratio:
80.0%
Loan type:
Amortizing
Term:
30 years
Interest rate:
5.875%
Principal & interest:
$1,703
Property tax:
$383
Insurance:
$140
Private mortgage insurance (PMI):
$0
Monthly payment:
$2,226

Operating Income

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% Rent Monthly Yearly
Gross rent:
$2,000 $24,000
Vacancy loss: (6%)
6% -$120 -$1,440
Operating income:
$1,880 $22,560

Operating Expenses


% Rent Monthly Yearly
Property taxes: (19%)
19%-$383-$4,590
Insurance: (7%)
7%-$140-$1,680
Property management: (8%)
8%-$160-$1,920
Repairs & maintenance: (5%)
5%-$100-$1,200
Capital expenditures: (5%)
5%-$100-$1,200
HOA fees: (n/a)
n/an/an/a
Total operating expenses: (44%)
44%-$883-$10,590

Cash Flow


Monthly Yearly
Net operating income:
$997 $11,964
Mortgage payments:
-$1,703 -$20,436
Cash flow:
$706 $8,472