Full of charm and character, this 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath Malta home offers inviting spaces inside and out! Large windows brighten the living room, while newer luxury vinyl plank flooring adds a fresh touch to through out the home. A separate dining room provides space to gather for meals, and the family room offers a comfortable spot to relax or entertain. The kitchen features newer stainless steel appliances, and a separate office with built-ins provides a convenient space to work, organize, or enjoy your hobbies. First-floor laundry adds everyday convenience, while the screened porch is a welcoming spot for morning coffee or relaxing at the end of the day and includes removable window panels, conveniently stored in the garage. The primary bedroom features large windows and a charming window seat-the perfect place to settle in with a good book. A full bath is located on the main floor, with a half bath upstairs. Two upstairs bedrooms share a closet located in the hallway. Updates include a furnace replaced in 2020 and a tankless water heater installed in 2023. Additional features include an owned water softener + UV water purification/disinfection system, radon mitigation system, and sump pump with battery backup. The basement provides extra storage and a door leading directly outside. A cedar fence added in 2025 encloses a portion of the yard, creating space to enjoy the outdoors. The detached 2-car garage includes a workbench for gardening, woodworking, or your next project. Located near Kishwaukee College and Jonamac Orchard, with NIU, shopping, and dining in nearby DeKalb. Convenient access to Route 38 and I-88 adds to the appeal. Come take a look at all this charming Malta home has to offer!
Single-familyProperty Type
1880Year Built
0.95 acresLot Size
$156Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Kasey Zeimet• American Realty Illinois LLC
Not quite the country but close enough in this stately feeling home. Lovely 3 bedroom, 1.1 bath home located on a .95 acre corner lot in rural Malta. The home is surrounded by mature trees and the lovely entryway has glass doors and glass shelves for knick-knacks. The glass french doors lead you into the formal living room. This room has a lot of natural sunlight streaming through. The office with custom bookshelves is a great place for those working from home. The formal dining room is located in the center of the main level of this mature home. The family room is a great space for watching television and the eat-in kitchen is a wonderful spot for the family to be together. The kitchen has oak cabinetry, is fully applianced, and has plenty of counter and storage space. The first-floor laundry also has a broom closet and more storage space. The first floor full bath is very spacious and there is plenty of storage for towels and toiletries alike. There are two convenient entrances to the first-floor bathroom. Upstairs is a lovely primary bedroom with a window seat overlooking the greenery. The other two bedrooms share a large walk-in closet. The hallway has built-ins that are great for extra storage and there is also a custom child safety gate. There is also a half-bath on the second level. The basement has useable storage space. There is also a very spacious screened-in porch. A lovely place to relax and enjoy the outdoor scenery. The oversized two-car garage has a workshop, overhead storage, and plenty of room for a large truck or vehicle. The home sits on two lots. The kids or dogs can play for hours outside. Windows were replaced in 2000; Furnace new in 2020; newer water heater and updated electrical panel - 100 amp service. If a quiet rural area with a home that sits on a large lot is what you are looking for, this home is the one.
Public Records
Nov 1, 1988
Sold
$75,000
$43/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$6,895 (+10.7%)
$40,088 + $55,180
$95,268
2024
$6,230 (+0.3%)
$40,088 + $55,180
$95,268
2023
$6,211 (−7.2%)
$35,643 + $49,062
$84,705
2022
$6,695 (−3.5%)
$31,376 + $43,188
$74,564
2021
$6,935 (+1.2%)
$28,524 + $39,262
$67,786
2020
$6,853 (+2.1%)
$27,130 + $37,343
$64,473
2019
$6,710 (+1.6%)
$24,983 + $34,387
$59,370
2018
$6,606 (+2.6%)
$23,939 + $32,950
$56,889
2017
$6,438 (+1.1%)
$22,499 + $30,968
$53,467
2016
$6,370 (+0.3%)
$22,499 + $30,968
$53,467
2015
$6,351 (+1.9%)
$21,959 + $30,224
$52,183
2014
$6,233 (+29.8%)
$20,535 + $28,264
$48,799
2013
$4,803 (−2.9%)
$21,133 + $29,087
$50,220
2012
$4,946 (+11.6%)
$22,953 + $31,592
$54,545
2011
$4,433 (−13.4%)
$25,830 + $35,552
$61,382
2010
$5,118 (−1.2%)
$27,581 + $37,963
$65,544
2009
$5,182 (+1.6%)
$29,753 + $40,953
$70,706
2008
$5,099
$29,207 + $40,201
$69,408
Public record
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Lot width
157 ft.
Lot depth
264 ft.
Lot size
0.95 Acres
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Style
Single Family Residential
County
DeKalb County
APN
723315002
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Basement
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Last updated by owner on Jul 13, 2026.
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
2/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 102° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
1% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
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In this area, properties receive around 10 hours in
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Redfin Estimate for 404 S 3rd St
$271,287
$1,287 over list price of $270K
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