Classic Charm! This well-maintained 2-bedroom, 1-bath home located in a desirable Waukegan neighborhood! This classic residence features a functional layout with bright living spaces, a spacious kitchen, and plenty of character throughout. The full basement has potential for additional living space and offers plenty of storage. Enjoy outdoor living in the fully fenced yard, perfect for pets, gardening, or entertaining. A wonderful opportunity. Don't miss this inviting property!
New
$229,000
227 N Elmwood Ave, Waukegan, IL 60085
2beds
914sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1947
5,662.8 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$251/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Fully fenced yardSpacious kitchenPlenty of character throughoutBright living spacesFunctional layout
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: 11 hours ago
Listing courtesy of:
Rodney Chesser 224-572-0494,
HomeSmart Connect LLC
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12605649
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: No additional rooms
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 168 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X12
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X10
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring (Tile)
- Level: Main
- Area: 154 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X14
Laundry
- Level: Basement
- Area: 48 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8X6
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 240 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20X12
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Features
- Basement: Unfinished,Full
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,828
- Total interior livable area: 914 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
- Garage spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 1
Lot
- Size: 5,662.8 Square Feet
Details
- Additional structures: Garage(s)
- Parcel number: 08202180090000
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Aluminum Siding, Brick
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1947
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Waukegan
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $251/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $133,333
- Annual tax amount: $3,613
- Date on market: 3/31/2026
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
Not available
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/31/2026 | Listed for sale | $229,000+69.6%$251/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12605649 Report a problem | ||
| 7/11/2006 | Sold | $135,000$148/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $3,436 +4.3% | $49,637 +11.7% |
| 2022 | $3,293 +10.1% | $44,440 +12% |
| 2021 | $2,990 +0.3% | $39,684 +22.8% |
| 2020 | $2,982 +1.1% | $32,307 +9.1% |
| 2019 | $2,949 +14.8% | $29,604 +8.8% |
| 2018 | $2,569 | $27,199 +13% |
| 2017 | $2,569 +19.6% | $24,063 +15.1% |
| 2016 | $2,148 -8.4% | $20,910 +11.7% |
| 2015 | $2,345 -3.2% | $18,715 -5.7% |
| 2014 | $2,422 -24.8% | $19,853 -7.7% |
| 2012 | $3,222 -8% | $21,509 -33.9% |
| 2011 | $3,502 -5.7% | $32,563 -16.4% |
| 2010 | $3,715 -1.7% | $38,946 -14.2% |
| 2009 | $3,779 +2% | $45,418 -2.8% |
| 2008 | $3,707 +17.6% | $46,721 +8.4% |
| 2006 | $3,152 +68.7% | $43,105 |
| 2005 | $1,868 -0.6% | -- |
| 2004 | $1,880 -11.7% | -- |
| 2003 | $2,129 0% | -- |
| 2002 | $2,129 | -- |
| 2001 | -- | $32,344 +4.4% |
| 2000 | $1,863 | $30,967 |
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BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$1,705/mo
Principal & interest
$1209
Property taxes
$496
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 60085
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Hyde Park Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.3 mi
- 1/10Miguel Juarez Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.3 mi
- 1/10Waukegan High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.6 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: 60
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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