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DeKalb Neighborhood Guide

Heatherstone

Heatherstone is one of DeKalb’s signature Eagle Homes communities — early-2000s two-stories on Heatherfield Lane and Tallmeadow Drive, built 2002–2004, trading in the low-to-mid $300s with no reported association fee.

$262K–$400K
Closed Range
2002–2004
Years Built
1,783–2,300+
Sq Ft Range
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Reported HOA

Living in Heatherstone

Heatherstone belongs to the wave of subdivisions Eagle Homes built across DeKalb in the early 2000s, and it may be the most representative of them: conventional three- and four-bedroom two-stories on Heatherfield Lane, Tallmeadow Drive, and the surrounding streets, built in a tight 2002–2004 window per MLS-fed sources. Homes run from about 1,783 to 2,300-plus square feet — recent listings have shown examples past 2,500 — with attached garages and the practical layouts that have kept this era of housing in steady demand.

Pricing sits at the center of DeKalb’s move-up band: closed sales have run from about $262K to just under $400K, with a recent median near $334K per MLS-fed sources. That makes Heatherstone the natural comparison for Kensington Pointe and the mainstream singles in The Knolls — similar era, similar size, similar money — and the deciding factors usually come down to the specific street, lot, and condition rather than the neighborhood name.

One detail buyers consistently like: sources report no mandatory association fee here. Fee-simple ownership with no monthly obligation is increasingly rare in newer communities, and it simplifies both financing and resale. As always, we confirm the absence of any obligation — along with taxes and any special assessments — on the specific parcel before you offer.

Heatherstone at a Glance

  • Location DeKalb’s 2000s subdivision belt — Heatherfield Lane, Tallmeadow Drive and surrounding streets
  • Builder Eagle Homes
  • Built 2002–2004 per MLS-fed sources
  • Homes Single-family two-stories; roughly 1,783–2,300+ sq ft, 3–4 bedrooms, attached garages
  • Prices Closed sales roughly $262K–$400K; recent median near $334K (MLS-fed sources)
  • HOA No mandatory association fee reported — verify on the specific parcel
  • School District DeKalb CUSD 428 — verify the current school assignment for any specific address with the district

Heatherstone Home Types & Prices

Pricing reflects Heatherstone sales and MLS-fed sources as of late summer 2026.

~$334K

Recent Median

The community’s recent median sale price per MLS-fed sources — the center of DeKalb’s move-up band, for homes that would price six figures higher east of Route 47.

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$262K–$400K

Full Range

Condition drives the spread: original-finish homes anchor the entry end, while updated four-bedrooms at the larger end have approached $400K.

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$0 Reported

No-HOA Ownership

No mandatory association fee is reported for Heatherstone — fee-simple ownership with no monthly obligation, a simplifier for financing, budgeting, and resale alike.

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Heatherstone Homes for Sale

A dedicated Heatherstone listings feed is coming soon. In the meantime, search every active DeKalb listing—updated in real time from the MLS—or call or text Kealan at 630-381-4995 for current Heatherstone availability, including homes not yet on the market.

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What Living Here Comes With

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Eagle Homes Consistency

One builder, one era: consistent setbacks, familiar floor plans, and a streetscape that has matured together — appraisals and comps behave predictably here.

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Sidewalks & Connected Streets

Early-2000s planning means sidewalks throughout and streets that connect — the neighborhood walks well, and school-morning logistics stay simple.

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Errands in Minutes

The Sycamore Road retail corridor and downtown DeKalb both sit within a ten-minute drive — groceries, dining, and the Egyptian Theatre’s calendar all close at hand.

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Two Routes to I-88

Both the Annie Glidden Road and Peace Road interchanges are reachable in about ten minutes, letting commuters pick the ramp that matches their direction.

Schools Serving Heatherstone

Heatherstone is served by DeKalb Community Unit School District 428. Attendance boundaries are set by the district and can change — verify the current assignment for any specific address before you offer.

DeKalb High School

D428 · 9th–12th Grade

The district high school for the city — comprehensive academics, athletics, and career-technical programs.

Middle School — Verify by Address

D428 · 6th–8th Grade

Clinton Rosette and Huntley split the city roughly north and south; the assignment for a specific Heatherstone address should be confirmed with D428.

Elementary — Verify by Address

D428 · K–5th

D428 operates nine elementary schools; we confirm the current assignment with the district during your search.

Getting Around from Heatherstone

Around DeKalb

Daily life stays close: the Sycamore Road corridor for groceries and retail, downtown DeKalb for dining and the Egyptian Theatre, and the park district’s pools, trails, and golf courses all within about ten minutes.

Commuting to the Suburbs

Either I-88 interchange — Annie Glidden or Peace Road — is about ten minutes out. The Fox Valley runs 30–40 minutes and Naperville about 45, making hybrid schedules comfortable.

Getting to Chicago

Drive roughly 25 minutes to the Elburn Metra terminus for UP-West trains into Ogilvie (about 70 minutes), or take I-88 straight in — about 65 miles to the Loop.

Heatherstone FAQs

How much does a home in Heatherstone cost?
Closed sales have run from about $262K to just under $400K per MLS-fed sources, with a recent median near $334K. Updated four-bedrooms set the top of the range.
Who built Heatherstone and when?
Eagle Homes, in a tight 2002–2004 window per MLS-fed sources — part of the builder’s early-2000s wave across DeKalb that also produced Heartland Fields, Hidden Grove, and Wineberry.
Does Heatherstone have an HOA?
No mandatory association fee is reported — a genuine advantage for financing and monthly budgeting. We still verify the specific parcel’s obligations and taxes before you offer.
How big are Heatherstone homes?
Mostly 1,783 to 2,300-plus square feet with three to four bedrooms — and recent listings have shown examples past 2,500 square feet.
What schools serve Heatherstone?
DeKalb CUSD 428. Middle and elementary assignments vary by address, so confirm current boundaries with the district; DeKalb High School serves grades 9–12.
How does Heatherstone compare to Kensington Pointe?
Same era, similar sizes, similar money — they are each other’s natural comparison. The choice usually comes down to the specific lot, condition, and street. We tour both in one trip; call or text Kealan at 630-381-4995.

Buy or Sell in Heatherstone

We track Heatherstone sale by sale—pricing, associations, and what’s coming to market. Get real answers before you buy or list.