Solid 4-Bedroom Home with Great Potential in Waukegan! Bring your vision and make this 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom home your own! Built in 1998, this solid property offers a functional layout and a great opportunity for a buyer looking to add value through updates and improvements. The home has good bones and is ready for someone to bring it back to its full potential with cleaning, repairs, and cosmetic updates. This property is being sold AS-IS. Seller will not make repairs or provide credits for needed work. Ideal for an investor, rehab buyer, or owner-occupant looking for an opportunity to build equity. Conveniently located in Waukegan with access to area shopping, schools, parks, transportation, and other amenities. 4 bedrooms | 2 bathrooms | Built in 1998 | Sold AS-IS Schedule your showing and see the possibilities firsthand
Contingent
$171,324
718 S McAlister Ave, Waukegan, IL 60085
4beds
1,680sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1998
6,098 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$102/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Functional layout
- 2 days |
- 685 |
- 28 |
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Ryan Cherney (630)862-5181,
Circle One Realty
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12731842
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: No additional rooms
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X12
Bedroom 2
- Level: Second
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X12
Bedroom 3
- Level: Second
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X12
Bedroom 4
- Level: Second
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X12
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 180 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X12
Family room
- Level: Main
- Area: 225 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X15
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 225 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X15
Laundry
- Level: Second
- Area: 72 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8X9
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
- Other
Features
- Basement: Unfinished,Full
- Attic: Pull Down Stair
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 1,680 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Porch
Lot
- Size: 6,098 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: 08283110840000
- Special conditions: None
- Other equipment: Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Bungalow
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Aluminum Siding
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1998
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Park, Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Waukegan
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $102/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $218,205
- Annual tax amount: $6,412
- Date on market: 8/13/2026
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
Not available
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/15/2026 | Contingent | $171,324$102/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12731842 Report a problem | ||
| 8/13/2026 | Listed for sale | $171,324$102/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12731842 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $6,311 +2.8% | $78,110 +7.4% |
| 2023 | $6,140 +36.2% | $72,728 +11.7% |
| 2022 | $4,510 +11.8% | $65,114 +24.9% |
| 2021 | $4,035 +9.8% | $52,129 +35.7% |
| 2020 | $3,674 +0.8% | $38,408 +9.1% |
| 2019 | $3,645 +58.5% | $35,195 +40.4% |
| 2018 | $2,300 | $25,059 +13% |
| 2017 | $2,300 -14.8% | $22,170 -9.7% |
| 2016 | $2,700 -45.3% | $24,565 +11.7% |
| 2015 | $4,936 -1.5% | $21,986 -37.5% |
| 2014 | $5,010 +12.7% | $35,151 -7.7% |
| 2012 | $4,445 -6.6% | $38,084 -9.6% |
| 2011 | $4,757 -7.8% | $42,137 -18.7% |
| 2010 | $5,160 +4.5% | $51,804 -9.9% |
| 2009 | $4,938 +2.4% | $57,505 -2.8% |
| 2008 | $4,825 +18.5% | $59,156 +8.5% |
| 2006 | $4,073 +3.7% | $54,522 |
| 2005 | $3,929 +2.1% | -- |
| 2004 | $3,848 +0.9% | -- |
| 2003 | $3,815 +11.3% | -- |
| 2002 | $3,427 +10.8% | -- |
| 2001 | $3,093 +11.3% | $38,217 +1.6% |
| 2000 | $2,780 | $37,632 |
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Neighborhood: South Sheridan
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Carman-Buckner Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.2 mi
- 4/10Thomas Jefferson Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1 mi
- 1/10Waukegan High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Carman-Buckner Elementary School
- High: Waukegan High School
- 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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