This unique house blends timeless character with modern updates. Enjoy relaxing summer days on the front porch, complete with a swing. Inside you'll find beautiful hardwood flooring throughout and new windows that fill the home with natural light. Am additional room on the first floor offers flexibility-perfect for a home office, exercise space or cozy reading nook. Step outside to a secure and private scenic backyard featuring a spacious brick paved patio, a shed and a huge workshop that's also deal for an entertaining space, or even a she-shed. Whether hosting summer gatherings or enjoying quiet moments outdoors, the possibilities are endless. Near the Historical District, Genesee Theater, Restaurants and more.
Active
Price cut: $15K (11/17)
$220,000
511 Chestnut St, Waukegan, IL 60085
2beds
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Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1901
4,007.52 Square Feet Lot
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$--/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Huge workshopSpacious brick paved patioFront porchNew windowsBeautiful hardwood flooring
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Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: November 23, 2025 at 05:42am
Listing courtesy of:
Carol Richardson 847-903-5574,
Century 21 Circle,
Doris McGruder 847-269-9668,
Century 21 Circle
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12499443
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Den
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 154 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X11
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 99 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X9
Den
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 81 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9X9
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 110 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X10
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Galley), Flooring (Wood Laminate)
- Level: Main
- Area: 110 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X10
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 187 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X11
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal
- Laundry: Laundry Closet
Features
- Basement: Cellar,Full
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Concrete, Owned
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 2
Lot
- Size: 4,007.52 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 30x128
Details
- Parcel number: 08211130110000
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Farmhouse
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding, Frame
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1901
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Waukegan
Financial & listing details
- Tax assessed value: $106,171
- Annual tax amount: $562
- Date on market: 10/20/2025
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
Not available
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 11/17/2025 | Price change | $220,000-6.4% |
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| 10/20/2025 | Listed for sale | $235,000 |
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Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $612 -45.5% | $39,275 +11% |
| 2022 | $1,123 -41.7% | $35,387 +13% |
| 2021 | $1,927 -9.8% | $31,325 +26% |
Find assessor info on the county website
BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$1,620/mo
Principal & interest
$1090
Property taxes
$453
Home insurance
$77
Climate risks
Neighborhood: Downtown Waukegan
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Glen Flora Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.5 mi
- 1/10Daniel Webster Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.6 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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