$140,000

846 S Genesee Street, Waukegan, IL 60085

Active

4 beds 2 baths 1,364 sqft (assessor) Built 1935 Residential MLS #MRD12691938 7 days on market

Listing courtesy of Real Broker, LLC · 217-960-8605 · steve.carvelli@joinreal.com · MLS #MRD12691938 · Status: Active

Unlock the potential of this classic Waukegan property located at 846 S. Genesee St.! This home is ready for its next chapter and offers an excellent opportunity for investors, experienced rehabbers, or buyers looking for their next renovation project. With solid potential and a prime location close to schools, parks, shopping, and major transportation routes, this property is the perfect canvas to restore and customize to your vision. The home is currently in need of significant repairs and will require a skilled buyer to bring it back to its full potential. Cash offers are strongly preferred due to the condition of the property. The home is being sold AS-IS, and the seller will make no repairs or provide repair credits. Don't miss this chance to transform a property with tremendous upside into something truly special. Schedule your showing today and imagine the possibilities!

Property details

Interior

Basement: Unfinished, Partial
Additional rooms: No additional rooms
Total rooms: 4

Building & exterior

Age: 91-100 Years
Exterior: Stone

Parking

Total spaces: 3

Lot & location

Lot dimensions: 33x77
Township: Waukegan
County: Lake

Utilities

Heating: Natural Gas
Cooling: Wall Unit(s)
Water: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer

HOA & community

Assessment includes: None

Schools

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

Taxes & terms

Annual taxes: $3,475 (2024)
Parcel number (PIN): 08284170290000
PIN: 08284170290000
Ownership: Fee Simple
Possession: Closing
Special conditions: None
Listed: 7/6/2026

Rooms

Room	Size	Level
Bedroom 2	14X12	Main
Bedroom 3	13X12	Second
Bedroom 4	12X12	Second
Dining Room		N/A
Family Room		N/A
Kitchen		N/A
Laundry		N/A
Living Room		N/A
Master Bedroom	16X13	Main

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