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    • Price cut: $5K (7/20)
    $259,900

    1527 Brookside Ave, Waukegan, IL 60085

    3beds
    1,602sqft
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    $1,883/mo
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1925
    4,953 Square Feet Lot
    $254,000 Zestimate®
    $162/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Unique 3-BR Character Home with Modern Updates! Come out and view this beautiful, character-filled 3-bedroom home! A true standout, this property features stunning, original light maple hardwood flooring throughout and four separate entrances offering a highly flexible layout. The inviting living room boasts a cozy brick fireplace, and the kitchen features a charming breakfast nook.You will love the one-of-a-kind architectural layout: A bedroom connects to a unique bonus room just 9 steps above, complete with built-in wall drawers-perfect for a private office, playroom, or creative studio. Major mechanical updates offer total peace of mind, including a fully updated electrical system (2 years old), an updated furnace, and a roof that is only 8 years old. Includes a detached 1-car garage. This solid home just needs your personal touch to make it shine. Schedule your tour today!
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    Listed by:

    Terrance Muse (847)571-4392,

    RE/MAX Premier

    Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12710634MLS Logo

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 3
      • Bathrooms: 1
      • Full bathrooms: 1
      Rooms
      • Room types: Bonus Room
      Primary bedroom
      • Level: Second
      • Area: 156 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 13X12
      Bedroom 2
      • Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
      • Level: Second
      • Area: 156 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 13X12
      Bedroom 3
      • Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
      • Level: Second
      • Area: 110 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 11X10
      Bonus room
      • Features: Flooring (Carpet)
      • Level: Third
      • Area: 312 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 24X13
      Dining room
      • Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 225 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 15X15
      Kitchen
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 108 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 12X9
      Living room
      • Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 360 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 24X15
      Heating
      • Radiator(s)
      Cooling
      • None
      Appliances
      • Included: Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
      Features
      • Flooring: Hardwood
      • Basement: Unfinished,Full
      • Number of fireplaces: 1
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 0
      • Total interior livable area: 1,602 sqft

      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 2
      • Parking features: No Garage, Yes, Detached, Off Street, Garage
      • Garage spaces: 1
      Accessibility
      • Accessibility features: No Disability Access
      Features
      • Stories: 2
      Lot
      • Size: 4,953 Square Feet
      Details
      • Parcel number: 08202210010000
      • Special conditions: None

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Brick
      Condition
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1925

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Water: Public

      Community & HOA

      HOA
      • Services included: None
      Location
      • Region: Waukegan

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $162/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $182,124
      • Annual tax amount: $3,879
      • Date on market: 7/20/2026
      • Ownership: Fee Simple

        Estimated market value

        $254,000

        $241,000 - $267,000

        $2,484/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        7/20/2026Price change$259,900-1.9%$162/sqft
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        7/3/2026Listed for sale$264,900$165/sqft
        Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12680293 Report a problem
        6/27/2026Contingent$264,900$165/sqft
        Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12680293 Report a problem
        6/17/2026Price change$264,900-1.9%$165/sqft
        Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12680293 Report a problem
        6/12/2026Price change$269,900-1.8%$168/sqft
        Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12672350 Report a problem
        6/9/2026Price change$274,900-1.8%$172/sqft
        Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12672350 Report a problem
        6/2/2026Price change$279,900-1.8%$175/sqft
        Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12666061 Report a problem
        5/22/2026Listed for sale$284,900+61.9%$178/sqft
        Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12637156 Report a problem
        1/21/2026Sold$176,000-11.6%$110/sqft
        Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12530091 Report a problem
        1/16/2026Pending sale$199,000$124/sqft
        Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12530091 Report a problem
        12/20/2025Contingent$199,000$124/sqft
        Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12530091 Report a problem
        12/10/2025Listed for sale$199,000$124/sqft
        Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12530091 Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2024$3,879 +7.3%$65,194 +7.4%
        2023$3,616 +3.9%$60,702 +11.7%
        2022$3,480 +8.1%$54,347 +16.6%
        2021$3,220 +12.6%$46,593 +19.4%
        2020$2,860 -7.7%$39,019 +9.1%
        2019$3,100 +7.9%$35,754 +20.8%
        2018$2,872 $29,605 +13%
        2017$2,872 +18.3%$26,192 +15.1%
        2016$2,428 -20.5%$22,760 +11.7%
        2015$3,055 -2.4%$20,371 -15.3%
        2014$3,131 -23.6%$24,042 -7.7%
        2012$4,100 -6.9%$26,047 -33.9%
        2011$4,403 -7.2%$39,433 -18%
        2010$4,742 +2.7%$48,082 -11.2%
        2009$4,619 +2.3%$54,173 -2.8%
        2008$4,517 +10.6%$55,728 +11.9%
        2006$4,083 +4.4%$49,822
        2005$3,910 +3.4%--
        2004$3,780 +1.3%--
        2003$3,732 +11.6%--
        2002$3,343 +11.2%--
        2001$3,007 +13%$37,246 +3%
        2000$2,661 $36,171
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 60085

        Getting around

        64 / 100
        Somewhat Walkable
        35 / 100
        Some Transit
        49 / 100
        Somewhat Bikeable

        Nearby schools

        GreatSchools rating
        Schools provided by the listing agent
        • District: 60

        Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.

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