Courtesy: Home Sweet Home Ryan Realty
847-221-8150
Fun Fact: these 2 units were built at different times - one in 1900's, the other in 1978 and brought and attached together. This unassuming duplex at 221-223 Ellen Street offers a smart mix of updates, space, and income potential-backing to a peaceful greenbelt connected to the Kishwaukee River system. Unit 1 (221) features 2 bedrooms and 1 bath with 826 sq ft of living space, plus ~200 sq ft in the basement for laundry and storage. Bath updated in 2020 and includes newer windows (2021), furnace (2020), a spacious entry with mudroom potential, and a versatile bonus room with access from the brick paver patio (2020) or attached 1-car garage. 2 Window AC Units. Unit 2 (223) is fully updated and offers 3 bedrooms (2 up, 1 down), 1.5 baths, and generous living space with 969 finished sq ft above grade plus a partially finished 979 sq ft lower level. Central AC & Forced Heat. The open kitchen features stainless steel appliances, while the lower level includes a large third bedroom and expansive additional living area. A dedicated laundry/mud room with newer washer/dryer leads to a small deck overlooking the yard. Attached 1-car garage and ample closet space throughout. Ideal for owner-occupants or investors, this property combines modern updates with a serene setting just minutes from local schools, parks, and downtown Sycamore's shops and dining. Tenant in #223 and wants to stay.
Courtesy: One Source Realty
630-402-0015
Great opportunity in Sycamore, this well maintained two flat offers flexibility for investors or owner occupants looking to offset their mortgage with rental income. Featuring hardwood floors and a solid layout in both units, the front unit includes 2 bedrooms and 1 full bath along with a spacious living room, dining room with built in hutch, and an updated kitchen with stainless steel appliances and a classic subway tile backsplash. The rear unit offers 1 bedroom and 1 full bath, ideal for rental income or extended living space. Both units have their own washer and dryer and basement access from their unit. A 2 car garage adds valuable convenience and additional storage, while the paver patio creates a great outdoor space to relax or entertain. Whether you are expanding your portfolio or looking for a smart live in investment, this property checks all the right boxes.
Courtesy: Fox Valley Real Estate
630-715-7389
Great location, good visability, close to downtown Sycamore shops and restaurants. Two unit, both units have 2BR, 1BA. Full basement with washer/dryer for first floor tenant. Generous room sizes. Large yard with plenty of parking. Detched garage is currently used for storage. But, could have a driveway installed, curb cut needed. Very deep yard, lots of parking. Home is in good condition. 2 furnaces, 1 water heater. The current rents are below market rate. First floor tenant pays $600. on a MTM lease. Second floor tenant pays $650. on a MTM lease. There is some damage to the exterior basement wall, floor, and outside steps caused by a tree too close to the front of the building. It will be repaired prior to closing. If you want to do your own repairs, that can be reflected in the price. Nice building in a fantastic location.
Courtesy: RE/MAX Classic
815-784-2800
This well-maintained 2-unit offers great versatility for investors or owner-occupants. The lower level features an open-concept floor plan with one bedroom, a full bathroom, and a convenient laundry room with washer and dryer. Enjoy added living space with an enclosed front porch and a large deck for entertaining. The upper unit boasts a spacious living room, a bright kitchen with plenty of cabinet space, two bedrooms, a full bathroom, and its own deck. New exterior cellar door, all lower level roofs, water copper pipping. Newer hot water heater, furnace and A/C. Situated on an oversized lot with room to expand, this property presents excellent income potential and future growth opportunities. **New foundation repairs completed**
Courtesy: Hometown Realty Group
815-991-9293
Two homes for the price of one! Rare corner-lot opportunity offering incredible flexibility and income potential under a single parcel number. Live in one home and rent the other to ease your mortgage or maximize returns by leasing both properties for dual rental income. The main home at 405 W. High St. features 3 bedrooms plus a first-floor office and 2 full baths and is fully rented. Character and updates blend seamlessly with beautifully refinished hardwood floors, classic built-ins, new quartz countertops, an eat-in kitchen, enclosed front porch, partial basement, some new carpeting, and a new boiler (2021). The second home at 223 S. California St. offers 2 bedrooms and 1 full bath, hardwood floors, a galley kitchen with quartz countertops, full basement, central air (new 2025), new water heater (2024), washing machine, and updated deck boards (2025). Both properties benefit from new landscaping completed in 2025, enhancing curb appeal and overall presentation. A shared driveway provides convenient off-street parking. Whether you're an owner occupant looking to significantly reduce your housing expense or an investor seeking strong rental income from two separate residences, this dual-property opportunity delivers versatility, updates, and long-term value in one smart purchase.
Sycamore is located in Illinois. Sycamore, Illinois has a population of 18,144. Sycamore is less family-centric than the surrounding county with 29.38% of the households containing married families with children. The county average for households married with children is 31.37%.
The median household income in Sycamore, Illinois is $73,475. The median household income for the surrounding county is $64,019 compared to the national median of $69,021. The median age of people living in Sycamore is 37.2 years.
The average high temperature in July is 82.9 degrees, with an average low temperature in January of 12.3 degrees. The average rainfall is approximately 37.2 inches per year, with 31.2 inches of snow per year.
