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Dekalb, IL
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Why you’ll love it
Give your business a professional address with character and history! Located within the historic Ellwood/Mayo family estate, built in 1897, this 220sqft private office offers a unique alternative to ordinary office space in downtown DeKalb. The office includes two closets for convenient storage and is accessed from inside the building, making it well suited for an attorney, bookkeeper, accountant, consultant, therapist, or other professional office use. Tenants have access to shared amenities including a common meeting space, restrooms, and the beautiful wraparound porch. The owner will also consider providing furnishings. Rent includes utilities, providing added convenience and predictable monthly costs. Throughout the building, original woodwork, stained glass windows, multiple fireplaces, and historic architectural details create an impressive setting for you and your clients. Located at the highly visible intersection of 1st Street and Route 38/Lincoln Highway DeKalb IL in the central business district, the property is just blocks from Northern Illinois University's main campus, government offices, downtown businesses, shops, and other amenities. If you are looking for a private, professional workspace without the expense or upkeep of a larger office, this distinctive space deserves a look. Schedule your private tour today and see how your business could become part of the next chapter of this historic DeKalb property.
Listings courtesy of Century 21 Circle as distributed by MLS GRID.
Listed by: Elissa Jarke • Century 21 Circle
Co-listed by: Century 21 Circle
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#: 12732580
Based on info available as of Nov 13, 2026 at 10:33 AM EST.
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FEMA Flood Zone X
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