# 157 E Lincoln Highway, Dekalb, IL 60115

> **TL;DR:** commercial, $218,000, built 1890.
> A/C. Est. $1,166/mo. Listed 157 days.

## Property at a Glance

| Attribute | Value |
|-----------|-------|
| Price | $218,000 |
| Year Built | 1890 |
| Lot Size | 2,500 sqft (0.06 acres) |
| Stories | 2 |
| Property Type | Commercial (Retail) |
| Status | Active |
| Days on Market | 157 |

## Estimated Monthly Costs

| Category | Amount |
|----------|--------|
| Principal & Interest (20% down, 30-year at 6.5%) | $1,102 |
| Estimated Insurance | $64 |
| **Total** | **$1,166** |

## Key Amenities

- A/C

## Property Highlights

- Built in 1890
- 0.06 acre lot
- 2 stories

## Description

### Agent Description
Storefront available for immediate occupancy in the heart of downtown DeKalb. 2 apartments upstairs that need renovation. New HVAC in 2025. Great opportunity to update and make this space exactly what you need in an area that is building and bringing new business to town. Parking available on Lincoln Highway or in the rear of the building in the large city lot. Located right in the middle of an area that has a variety of shops, entertainment, food establishments, and more.

## Location

- **Address:** 157 E Lincoln Highway, Dekalb, IL 60115
- **County:** DeKalb

## Listing Agent

- **Name:** Carrie Ottum
- **Brokerage:** Spirit Realty DBA Signature Real Estate Professionals
- **Phone:** (815) 739-1275
- **Broker Phone:** (815) 739-1275
- **Listing URL:** [View original listing](https://listings.listhub.net/pages/MREDIL/12615560/?channel=propsimple)

## Photos

![157 E Lincoln Highway - Photo 1](http://lh.rdcpix.com/bd4e8aca604dae7080f024f7ca260bf8l-f3465411800r.jpg)

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**MLS#:** 12615560 | **Updated:** 2026-05-31
**Source:** listhub

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