Dekalb City Property Records in Illinois

DeKalb property records document ownership, assessed value, tax status, parcel boundaries, sales history, exemptions, and recorded instruments such as deeds, liens, plats, and mortgages. For DeKalb County, Georgia, users can access assessment and parcel information through DeKalb County Property Appraisal Department and DeKalb County GIS Department. Property tax bills, payments, and delinquency information are available from DeKalb County Tax Commissioner’s Office. Recorded legal documents, including deeds and plats, are maintained by DeKalb County Clerk of Superior Court and may also be searchable through Georgia Superior Court Clerks’ Cooperative Authority. For probate-related property transfers, users may need records from DeKalb County Probate Court. These official sources are the best starting points for accurate, legally recognized property information, though availability of online images, search tools, and certified copies may vary by record type and date.

Avg. Household Income
Avg. Household Income:
$46,564
Avg. Home Price
Avg. Home Price:
$202,900
Avg. Property Tax Amount
Avg. Property Tax Amount:
$5,695
Avg. Property Tax
Avg. Property Tax:
3%
Median Gross Rent
Median Gross Rent:
$1,030 / mo
Owner Occupied Housing Rate
Owner Occupied Housing Rate:
43%
Population
Population:
40,464

Dekalb Property and Community Statistics

What Are the Crime Rates

This section covers reported crime in DeKalb, Illinois. It includes violent crimes such as murder, robbery, and assault, along with property crimes such as total property crimes, burglary, and motor vehicle theft.

The reported counts are 0 murders, 14 robberies, and 83 assaults. Property crimes total 1,011, including 136 burglaries and 21 motor vehicle thefts.

These counts show how many incidents were reported in each category, giving readers a basic picture of reported crime in DeKalb. Readers can use them to see how reported activity is spread across these types of crime.

Robberies
Robberies:
14
Burglary
Burglary:
136
Murder
Murder:
0
Auto Theft
Auto Theft:
21
Theft
Theft:
854
Assault
Assault:
83
Sex Offenders
Sex Offenders:
61

What Is the Population Profile of Dekalb

DeKalb's Race and Ethnicity data shows the racial and ethnic makeup of residents, with each group's share of the population and its population count. The three largest groups are White (57%, 23,261 residents), Hispanic (18%, 7,426 residents), and Black (15%, 6,099 residents). The data also includes other groups with smaller shares.

White
57%
23,261
Hispanic
18%
7,426
Black
15%
6,099
Two + Races
5%
2,034
Asian
4%
1,524
Other Race
0.16%
65
American Indian
0.14%
55
Pacific Islander
0%
0

Dekalb, Ratings Compared Across Illinois B

DeKalb's community ratings cover different aspects of life in the city. The three highest-rated categories are Diversity (A), Nightlife (A-), and Commute (A-). Other notable ratings include Access to Outdoor Activities (A-), Access to Parks (A-), and Public Schools (B). These ratings provide an overview of key quality-of-life categories.

Public Schools
Public Schools
B
Cost of Living
Cost of Living
B-
Health & Fitness
Health & Fitness
B
Outdoor Activities
Outdoor Activities
A-
Nightlife
Nightlife
A-
Weather
Weather
C+
Commute
Commute
A-
Access to Bars
Access to Bars
B
Access to Coffee Shops
Access to Coffee Shops
B-
Access to Outdoor Activities
Access to Outdoor Activities
A-
Access to Parks
Access to Parks
A-
Access to Restaurants
Access to Restaurants
B-
Crime & Safety
Crime & Safety
N/G
Diversity
Diversity
A
Good for Families
Good for Families
B-
Good for Retirees
Good for Retirees
C+
Good for Young Professionals
Good for Young Professionals
B
Housing
Housing
C-
Jobs
Jobs
C-
Walkability
Walkability
B

How Educated Is Dekalb

DeKalb's Education data shows residents' educational attainment, including High School (24%), Bachelor Degree (21%), and Some College (13%). The data also includes other available education levels.

High School
24%
Bachelor Degree
21%
Some College
13%
Masters Degree
11%
Associate Degree
10%
Below High School
10%
Doctorate
1%

When Were Homes Built

DeKalb's Home Age data shows when homes were built across different construction periods. Most homes were built during 1960 - 1979 (33%), followed by 2000 - Present (23%) and 1980 - 1999 (22%). The data also includes other available construction periods.

1960 - 1979
33%
2000 - Present
23%
1980 - 1999
22%
Before 1939
12%
1940 - 1959
10%

How Many Bedrooms Do Homes Have?

DeKalb's Home Size data shows the distribution of homes by number of bedrooms. Most homes have 3 Bedrooms (36%), followed by 2 Bedrooms (27%) and 1 Bedroom (18%). The data also includes other available bedroom categories.

3 Bedrooms
36%
2 Bedrooms
27%
1 Bedroom
18%
4 Bedrooms
11%
No Bedrooms
6%
5 or More Bedrooms
3%

What Is the Average Age

DeKalb's Population data shows the distribution of residents by age group. The largest groups are 18 - 24 (30%), 25 - 34 (13%), and 65 Plus (11%). The data also includes other available age groups.

18 - 24
30%
25 - 34
13%
Under 10
11%
65 Plus
11%
35 - 44
11%
10 - 17
9%
45 - 54
8%
55 - 64
8%

Property Market Trends at Dekalb

Dekalb's property market remains strong, with the median home price reaching approximately $202,900. Suburban areas, however, offer more affordable housing options. The rental market is also competitive, with the median rent around $1,030 per month. Despite high demand and limited inventory, the market remains resilient, attracting both buyers and investors seeking long-term value in Dekalb's dynamic real estate landscape.

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