Opportunity awaits at 428 N Poplar Dr in Waukegan! This up-and-down duplex offers flexibility, space, and plenty of potential for investors or owner-occupants alike. Each level features comfortable living areas with generous room sizes, functional kitchens, and full baths. The property has good bones and a practical layout-ideal for updates and customization. With some improvements, the lower level may offer potential for a third unit (buyer to verify). A fenced yard, detached garage, and convenient location near downtown Waukegan, parks, and public transportation make this a solid investment opportunity. Sold as-is. Bring your ideas and make it your own!
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$224,000
428 N Poplar St, Waukegan, IL 60085
4beds
--sqft
Multi Family
Built in 1910
-- sqft lot
$229,100 Zestimate®
$--/sqft
$1,761 Estimated rent
Home value
$229,100
$206,000 - $254,000
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Fenced yardDetached garageFunctional kitchensGenerous room sizes
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Listed by:
Renee O'Brien 847-687-1954,
Keller Williams North Shore West
Bought with:
George Villegas
Realty of America, LLC
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12506862
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 3
Heating
- Electric, Baseboard
Features
- Basement: Finished,Full
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Yes, Detached, Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
Lot
- Size: 7,500 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 50' x 150'
Details
- Parcel number: 08211130270000
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: MultiFamily
- Property subtype: Multi Family
Materials
- Frame
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1910
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Waukegan
Financial & listing details
- Tax assessed value: $191,140
- Annual tax amount: $1,996
- Date on market: 10/31/2025
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1/7/2026 | Sold | $224,000-2.6% |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12506862 Report a problem | ||
| 11/12/2025 | Contingent | $230,000 |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12506862 Report a problem | ||
| 10/31/2025 | Listed for sale | $230,000 |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12506862 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1,996 +5.2% | $68,421 +7.4% |
| 2023 | $1,897 -13.5% | $63,707 +11% |
| 2022 | $2,194 +11.9% | $57,410 +9.2% |
| 2021 | $1,961 +0.2% | $52,595 +24.6% |
| 2020 | $1,956 +1.1% | $42,224 +9.1% |
| 2019 | $1,935 +313.6% | $38,691 +11.8% |
| 2018 | $468 | $34,594 +13% |
| 2017 | $468 -15.8% | $30,606 +15.1% |
| 2016 | $555 -38.8% | $26,595 +11.7% |
| 2015 | $908 +12.7% | $23,803 +66.6% |
| 2014 | $806 -19.3% | $14,288 -7.7% |
| 2012 | $998 -69.9% | $15,479 -57.5% |
| 2011 | $3,312 +15.7% | $36,421 -18.4% |
| 2010 | $2,863 +14.9% | $44,609 -10.5% |
| 2009 | $2,492 +4.6% | $49,861 -2.8% |
| 2008 | $2,382 -4.9% | $51,292 +14.6% |
| 2006 | $2,504 -2.4% | $44,752 |
| 2005 | $2,566 -0.6% | -- |
| 2004 | $2,582 -9% | -- |
| 2003 | $2,837 -6.2% | -- |
| 2002 | $3,023 +11.2% | -- |
| 2001 | $2,720 +12.6% | $34,022 +2.6% |
| 2000 | $2,416 | $33,157 |
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Neighborhood: Downtown Waukegan
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Glen Flora Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.6 mi
- 2/10Daniel Webster Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.7 mi
- 1/10Waukegan High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.6 mi
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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