$245,000

427 S Elmwood Avenue, Waukegan, IL 60085

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3 beds 2 baths 960 sqft (assessor) Built 1930 Residential MLS #MRD12615276 26 days on market
Listing courtesy of Baird & Warner · 847-367-1855 · libertyville@bairdwarner.com · MLS #MRD12615276 · Status: Active
Welcome to 427 S Elmwood! Located on a prominent corner lot, this home offers a practical layout and highly functional features. The main floor is designed for convenience, featuring a primary bedroom, a full bathroom, and a main floor laundry area, making single-level living entirely possible. Upstairs, you will find the remaining two bedrooms and a second full bathroom, providing a natural and comfortable separation of living spaces. Outside, the property includes a detached two-car garage with ample space for vehicles and extra storage, along with a deck overlooking a fully fenced-in yard. For those needing additional space, the full unfinished basement offers an excellent canvas for a workshop or storage. Located near Great Lakes Naval Station, Corrine J. Rose Park, and the Greenbelt Forest Preserve, this modest and dependable home is a solid opportunity for anyone looking for a functional property close to local outdoor recreation, shopping, and restaurants.
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Property details

Interior

Appliances
Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Interior features
1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath, Separate Dining Room
Fireplaces
0
Basement
Unfinished, Full
Laundry
Main Level, In Kitchen
Additional rooms
No additional rooms
Total rooms
6

Building & exterior

Style
Cape Cod
Age
91-100 Years
Exterior
Cedar
Exterior features
Hot Tub, Fire Pit
Roof
Asphalt
Foundation
Concrete Perimeter
Windows
Screens
Patio & porch
Deck

Parking

Garage spaces
2
Total spaces
4
Parking details
Concrete, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Driveway, Owned, Garage

Lot & location

Lot dimensions
5201
Lot description
Corner Lot
Township
Waukegan
County
Lake

Utilities

Heating
Steam, Baseboard
Cooling
Window Unit(s)
Water
Lake Michigan
Sewer
Public Sewer
Electricity
200+ Amp Service
Equipment
CO Detectors, Ceiling Fan(s)

HOA & community

Assessment includes
None
Community features
Park, Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved

Schools

Elementary
Washington Elementary School (60)
Junior high
Robert E Abbott Middle School (60)
High school
Waukegan High School (60)

Taxes & terms

Annual taxes
$3,157 (2025)
Parcel number (PIN)
08292140010000
PIN
08292140010000
Ownership
Fee Simple
Possession
Closing
Special conditions
None
Listed
7/2/2026

Rooms

RoomSizeLevelFlooring
Bedroom 28X12SecondCarpet
Bedroom 310X11MainCarpet
Bedroom 4N/A
Dining Room8X11MainCarpet
Family RoomN/A
Kitchen15X11MainLaminate
LaundryN/A
Living Room13X19MainCarpet
Master Bedroom8X14SecondCarpet

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Property taxes
Insurance
PMI (under 20% down)
HOA / assessments

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