$384,900

12674 W Crescent Avenue, Waukegan, IL 60085

Active Under Contract
4 beds 2 baths 2,132 sqft (assessor) Built 1978 Residential MLS #MRD12672749 59 days on market
Listing courtesy of RE/MAX Plaza · 847-596-6100 · MLS #MRD12672749 · Status: Active Under Contract
COUNTRY LIVING, ROOM TO GROW, AND A RARE OPPORTUNITY FOR FUTURE EXPANSION ALL IN ONE! Situated on 1.01 acres (fenced) in unincorporated Waukegan with lower taxes, this spacious 4-bedroom, 2-bath home offers the perfect blend of comfort, flexibility, and opportunity. The sun-filled living room welcomes you with soaring cathedral ceilings, a trendy exposed wood beam, plush newer carpet on all of the main floor, and an open, airy feel that continues throughout the main living spaces. The kitchen is designed for both everyday living and entertaining, featuring custom cherry cabinetry, granite countertops, a stylish fully vented hood, a Thermador stove, pantry closet, and all appliances included. Enjoy a formal dining area overlooking the living room. Upstairs you'll find two bedrooms, including the primary bedroom with shared access to the full bath featuring double sinks and a solid-surface vanity. Beautiful plaster ceilings add character and quality throughout the upper level. The lower level offers a spacious family room plus two additional bedrooms. Bedroom 3 features a unique built-in desk nook perfect for studying or working from home, while Bedroom 4 includes a gun safe that stays with the property and the cabinet with counter. Laundry room complete with Washer & Dryer (freezer does not stay). Step outside and discover what truly sets this property apart! The two-level deck was rebuilt in 2023 and overlooks mature trees, raised flower beds, grapevines, and a fully fenced acre of land. According to the seller, the property may have the potential to be divided into an additional buildable lot, creating a unique opportunity for future expansion, multigenerational living, investment potential, or the chance to build your dream home while remaining on-site. Buyer to do their own due diligence on splitting the lot. Additional features include a detached 2-car garage, 16x12 shed with loft, BRAND-NEW roof on the home, garage, and shed (2026), approximately 10-year-old furnace, central air conditioning and water heater, well and septic with a 3,500-gallon holding tank, and a sump pump with battery backup. HOMES WITH THIS MUCH LAND, THIS MANY UPDATES, AND THIS KIND OF FUTURE POTENTIAL ARE HARD TO FIND. Whether you're looking for space to spread out today or possibilities for tomorrow, this property delivers both!

Property details

Interior

Appliances
Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Range Hood
Basement
None
Additional rooms
No additional rooms
Total rooms
8

Building & exterior

Style
Bi-Level
Age
41-50 Years
Exterior
Aluminum Siding, Brick
Roof
Asphalt
Foundation
Concrete Perimeter
Patio & porch
Deck
Other structures
Shed(s)

Parking

Garage spaces
2
Total spaces
6
Parking details
Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Off Street, Driveway, Owned, Garage

Lot & location

Lot dimensions
300 x 148
Lot description
Corner Lot
Township
Waukegan
County
Lake

Utilities

Heating
Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
Central Air
Water
Well
Sewer
Septic Tank
Electricity
Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service

HOA & community

Assessment includes
None
Community features
Street Paved

Schools

Elementary
(60)
Junior high
(60)
High school
(60)

Taxes & terms

Annual taxes
$5,062 (2025)
Parcel number (PIN)
08183040080000
PIN
08183040080000
Ownership
Fee Simple
Possession
Closing
Special conditions
None
Listed
6/13/2026

Rooms

RoomSizeLevelFlooring
Bedroom 215X10MainCarpet
Bedroom 313X10LowerCarpet
Bedroom 412X10LowerCarpet
Dining Room15X10MainCarpet
Family Room23X18LowerCarpet
Kitchen14X9MainWood Laminate
Laundry6X6LowerOther
Living Room18X14MainCarpet
Master Bedroom15X14MainCarpet

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Insurance
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HOA / assessments

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