This charming cottage is the perfect blend of comfort and value! Offering a cozy yet functional layout, it features a full basement, providing plenty of extra space for storage or future expansion. With a newer furnace and attractive tile floors, this home is move-in ready and designed for easy living. Located north of Grand, you'll enjoy the convenience of being close to everything while still having a peaceful retreat to come home to. Don't miss out on this delightful property!
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$140,000
523 N Poplar St, Waukegan, IL 60085
2beds
748sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1925
4,356 Square Feet Lot
$180,800 Zestimate®
$187/sqft
$1,717 Estimated rent
Home value
$180,800
$168,000 - $193,000
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Renee O'Brien 847-687-1954,
Keller Williams North Shore West
Bought with:
Renee O'Brien
Keller Williams North Shore West
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12171995
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Den, Storage
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 99 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X9
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
- Area: 90 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9X10
Den
- Level: Basement
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X12
Den
- Level: Basement
- Area: 96 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8X12
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
- Level: Main
- Area: 100 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X10
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
- Level: Main
- Area: 80 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X8
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
- Level: Main
- Area: 110 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X10
Storage
- Level: Basement
- Area: 64 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8X8
Heating
- Natural Gas
Cooling
- Wall Unit(s)
Appliances
- Laundry: Gas Dryer Hookup, In Unit
Features
- 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath
- Windows: Screens
- Basement: Partially Finished,Unfinished,Full
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,496
- Total interior livable area: 748 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 300
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Shared Driveway
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 1
Lot
- Size: 4,356 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 40X96
- Features: Mature Trees
Details
- Parcel number: 08211140040000
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Aluminum Siding
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1925
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan, Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Paved
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Waukegan
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $187/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $99,634
- Annual tax amount: $2,103
- Date on market: 9/30/2024
- Listing terms: Contract
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/28/2024 | Sold | $140,000-6.7%$187/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12171995 Report a problem | ||
| 10/7/2024 | Pending sale | $150,000$201/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12171995 Report a problem | ||
| 9/30/2024 | Listed for sale | $150,000+141.9%$201/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12171995 Report a problem | ||
| 9/9/1994 | Sold | $62,000$83/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $2,197 +7.2% | $35,665 +7.4% |
| 2023 | $2,049 -2.6% | $33,208 +11.7% |
| 2022 | $2,103 +13.7% | $29,731 +8.1% |
| 2021 | $1,850 +1.2% | $27,512 +24.4% |
| 2020 | $1,828 +2.3% | $22,123 +9.1% |
| 2019 | $1,787 +5.4% | $20,272 +0.1% |
| 2018 | $1,696 | $20,258 +13% |
| 2017 | $1,696 +26.5% | $17,922 +15.1% |
| 2016 | $1,341 +9.4% | $15,574 +11.7% |
| 2015 | $1,226 +8.4% | $13,939 +21.9% |
| 2014 | $1,130 -31.8% | $11,436 -7.7% |
| 2012 | $1,656 -12.7% | $12,389 -39% |
| 2011 | $1,898 -10.2% | $20,321 -17.7% |
| 2010 | $2,114 +0.3% | $24,698 -11.8% |
| 2009 | $2,108 +0.7% | $27,988 -2.8% |
| 2008 | $2,094 +13.9% | $28,791 +14.3% |
| 2006 | $1,839 +5.3% | $25,191 |
| 2005 | $1,747 +4.3% | -- |
| 2004 | $1,675 -2.4% | -- |
| 2003 | $1,716 -2.3% | -- |
| 2002 | $1,756 +11.7% | -- |
| 2001 | $1,572 +13.3% | $21,138 +2.9% |
| 2000 | $1,387 | $20,533 |
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Neighborhood: Downtown Waukegan
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GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Glen Flora Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.5 mi
- 2/10Daniel Webster Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.7 mi
- 1/10Waukegan High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.7 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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