?? For Sale: 57 Bourne Ave., Wauconda, IL – \$50,000 or best offer (As-Is, Title Issue)
?? Location Highlights
Nestled in a charming **55+ senior community**, this home benefits from all that Wauconda has to offer:
* Just a stone’s throw from **Bangs Lake**, a scenic glacial lake perfect for fishing, boating, ice skating, and swimming
* Minutes from **Phil’s Beach & Marina**, complete with splash pad, boardwalk, concessions, and summer events
* Close to Cook Park trails, canoe/kayak launch, and sports fields—a great spot for morning walks or social gatherings
* Explore nearby dining: Lindy's Landing waterfront restaurant, SLYCE Pizza, Deacon’s, Docks Bar & Grill, Polka Dot, Honeybella Cafe, and more—a culinary treat ? delicious local flavor
?? Property Features
* 2 cozy bedrooms • 1.5 baths
* Carport + storage shed
* Quiet street in a mature, peaceful neighborhood
* Needs TLC—ideal for renovation, flipping, or rental income
* Priced low to reflect condition and title paperwork
?? Investment Opportunity
Priced at **\$50,000 or best offer, this presents a prime entry-level opportunity:
* Renovate and rent to seniors or small families
* Finish updating and resell once titled
* Potential for solid ROI in a stable Lake County market
?? Title Situation (Sell-As-Is)
This home currently **lacks a transferred title** in my name. The original owner passed away before transferring, and the subsequent owner never completed it. I now hold most of the paperwork—just a few DMV filings remain undone. I’m ready to **sell fast**, with everything you need to take over and finalize.
?? Why Wauconda?
* A friendly small-town feel with rich history (incorporated in 1872, motto: “Water • Spirit • Wonder”)
* Great schools (Cotton Creek, Wauconda Grade, Wauconda High School)
* Community events: weekly farmers market, Wauconda Fest, Cruise Nights, fireworks, ice-fishing derbies
* Access to Wauconda Bog Nature Preserve—a natural 67-acre wetland & National Natural Landmark
* Only \~40 miles to Chicago’s O’Hare Airport and downtown, plus commuter-friendly routes IL-12, IL-176, IL-59
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? Perfect For:
* DIY investors or flippers
* Buyers experienced with title clearance
* Those seeking an affordable second home in a lakeside community
?? Own This Home?
* Offered as-is for \$50,000 or best offer
* Buyer to handle title transfer and final DMV paperwork
* Serious inquiries only—quick close possible
?? Message today to schedule a tour or get more info! Don’t miss this rare flip/investment opportunity in a lakeside gem.
For sale by owner
Price cut: $15K (6/25)
$35,000
57 Boren Ave, Wauconda, IL 60084
2beds
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What's special
Cook park trails
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Travel times
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Gas
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Freezer, Microwave, Range / Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
Features
- Flooring: Carpet, Laminate
- Basement: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: MobileManufactured
Condition
- New construction: No
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Wauconda
Financial & listing details
- Date on market: 6/24/2025
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