Once in a lifetime opportunity awaits at this charming 4-bedroom, 2.1-bathroom home, nestled on a sprawling 1.55-acre estate. Beyond the sliding iron entrance gate and long concrete driveway, lies a fully fenced property, offering privacy and security. With 1,388 square feet of living space, this home boasts newer roof and windows, along with copper plumbing and a home generator for peace of mind. The property features a detached garage, storage barn, and four sheds, providing ample storage options. Unwind in the spacious surroundings or explore the possibilities of the unfinished basement. Don't miss the opportunity to make this your forever home. HURRY!
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$307,500
226 S Orchard Ave, Waukegan, IL 60085
4beds
1,388sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1935
1.55 Acres Lot
$346,800 Zestimate®
$222/sqft
$2,983 Estimated rent
Home value
$346,800
$305,000 - $385,000
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Storage barnDetached garageHome generatorCopper plumbingSpacious surroundingsNewer roof
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Listed by:
Dan Kieres 773-329-0377,
Northwest Real Estate Group
Bought with:
Rocio Mena
HomeSmart Connect LLC
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12005092
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Enclosed Porch
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Bathroom (Full)
- Level: Second
- Area: 160 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X10
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 140 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X10
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 128 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X8
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 64 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8X8
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: COMBO
Enclosed porch
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Main
- Area: 319 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 29X11
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Main
- Area: 220 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X20
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
- Level: Main
- Area: 150 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X10
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Main
- Area: 96 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8X12
Heating
- Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Features
- Basement: Unfinished,Full
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 1,388 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 12
- Parking features: Concrete, Garage Door Opener, Garage, On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Driveway, Owned
- Garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 1.5
Lot
- Size: 1.55 Acres
- Dimensions: 100X374
Details
- Additional parcels included: 08291020450000,08291020840000
- Parcel number: 08291020440000
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Aluminum Siding, Brick
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1935
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan
Community & HOA
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Waukegan
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $222/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $241,762
- Annual tax amount: $9,630
- Date on market: 4/4/2024
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/16/2024 | Sold | $307,500+0.8%$222/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12005092 Report a problem | ||
| 4/11/2024 | Contingent | $305,000$220/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12005092 Report a problem | ||
| 4/4/2024 | Listed for sale | $305,000$220/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12005092 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $6,298 +4.2% | $86,542 +7.4% |
| 2023 | $6,042 -12% | $80,579 +11.8% |
| 2022 | $6,870 +12.9% | $72,079 -5.5% |
| 2021 | $6,084 -0.5% | $76,275 +27.2% |
| 2020 | $6,116 +0.2% | $59,953 +9.1% |
| 2019 | $6,102 -2.6% | $54,937 -2.9% |
| 2018 | $6,263 | $56,550 +13% |
| 2017 | $6,263 +33.8% | $50,031 +15.1% |
| 2016 | $4,681 +41.1% | $43,475 +12.3% |
| 2015 | $3,319 -4.1% | $38,711 +26.5% |
| 2014 | $3,460 -28.6% | $30,601 -7.7% |
| 2012 | $4,848 -8.6% | $33,154 -33.9% |
| 2011 | $5,303 -3.2% | $50,192 -14.2% |
| 2010 | $5,475 -6.9% | $58,530 -18% |
| 2009 | $5,882 +2.4% | $71,345 -2.8% |
| 2008 | $5,745 +8.6% | $73,393 +10.3% |
| 2006 | $5,289 +5.3% | $66,566 |
| 2005 | $5,021 +6.6% | -- |
| 2004 | $4,711 +1.4% | -- |
| 2003 | $4,646 +124% | -- |
| 2002 | $2,074 +4.5% | -- |
| 2001 | $1,986 +9.4% | $48,739 +6.8% |
| 2000 | $1,815 | $45,651 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 60085
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Washington Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.1 mi
- 3/10Robert E Abbott Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.8 mi
- 1/10Waukegan High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Washington Elementary School
- Middle: Robert E Abbott Middle School
- High: Waukegan High School
- 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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Estimated market value
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