This charming single-family home in the heart of Waukegan presents an incredible opportunity for homeowners and investors alike. Perfectly situated across from Roosevelt Park, it offers easy access to Downtown Waukegan, Lake Michigan, The Genesee Theater, METRA, schools, and a variety of shops and restaurants. Featuring three spacious bedrooms and two bathrooms, this home boasts generous room sizes, high ceilings, and an abundance of natural light that creates a bright and airy atmosphere. The unfinished basement and bonus attic space offer endless possibilities, whether you're looking to expand, customize, or add value. With the demo work already complete, the home is a blank canvas ready for your vision and personal touches. A detached one-car garage adds convenience, while the surrounding neighborhood provides a vibrant setting with parks, entertainment, and lakefront recreation just moments away. Don't miss this incredible chance to bring your dream home to life or secure a fantastic investment opportunity. Schedule your showing today!
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$115,000
523 S McAlister Ave, Waukegan, IL 60085
3beds
1,194sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1930
4,848.23 Square Feet Lot
$110,600 Zestimate®
$96/sqft
$2,194 Estimated rent
What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: April 19, 2025 at 01:42am
Listing courtesy of:
Eric Egeland 847-337-7090,
GenStone Realty
Bought with:
Humberto Millan Zavala
Netgar Investments Inc
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12289796

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Features: Bathroom (Full)
- Level: Main
- Area: 110 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X10
Bedroom 2
- Level: Second
- Area: 169 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X13
Bedroom 3
- Level: Second
- Area: 130 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X10
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 182 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X13
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 143 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X13
Laundry
- Level: Basement
- Area: 1 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 1X1
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 169 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X13
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
- None
Features
- 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath
- Basement: Unfinished,Full
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 1,194 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Asphalt, No Garage, On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
- Garage spaces: 1
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Porch
Lot
- Size: 4,848 sqft
- Dimensions: 100X49
- Features: Corner Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 08282210200000
- Special conditions: Real Estate Owned
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1930
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Park, Sidewalks
Location
- Region: Waukegan
HOA & financial
HOA
- Services included: None
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Services availability

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