This is the one you've been waiting for! Ideally located across from Roosevelt Park, this beautifully remodeled home offers convenient access to Downtown Waukegan, Lake Michigan, the Genesee Theatre, METRA, schools, and a variety of shops and restaurants. The property has been fully updated and is truly move-in ready. It features 3 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, a brand-new kitchen, and a dedicated dining room. You'll also find a versatile extra space that can be used as an office, game room, or additional storage, along with a full basement for even more storage. Major updates include a new roof, flooring, appliances, AC unit, furnace, plumbing, lighting, and electrical panel, giving you peace of mind for years to come. Nothing to do but move in and enjoy!
Contingent
$268,000
523 S McAlister Ave, Waukegan, IL 60085
3beds
1,194sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1930
4,848 Square Feet Lot
$265,800 Zestimate®
$224/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Beautifully remodeled homeDedicated dining roomBrand-new kitchenNew roof
- 59 days |
- 142 |
- 5 |
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Humberto Millan Zavala 847-263-8100,
Netgar Investments Inc
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12682991
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: No additional rooms
Primary bedroom
- Features: Bathroom (Full)
- Level: Main
- Area: 110 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X10
Bedroom 2
- Level: Second
- Area: 169 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X13
Bedroom 3
- Level: Second
- Area: 130 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X10
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 182 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X13
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 143 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X13
Laundry
- Level: Basement
- Area: 1 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 1X1
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 169 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X13
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator
Features
- 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath
- Basement: Unfinished,Full
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 1,194 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Asphalt, No Garage, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
- Garage spaces: 1
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Porch
Lot
- Size: 4,848 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 100X49
- Features: Corner Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 08282210200000
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1930
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Park, Sidewalks
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Waukegan
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $224/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $117,180
- Annual tax amount: $3,389
- Date on market: 6/19/2026
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
$265,800
$253,000 - $279,000
$2,511/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/23/2026 | Contingent | $268,000$224/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12682991 Report a problem | ||
| 6/19/2026 | Listed for sale | $268,000-2.5%$224/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12682991 Report a problem | ||
| 6/18/2026 | Listing removed | $275,000$230/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12620298 Report a problem | ||
| 6/4/2026 | Contingent | $275,000$230/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12620298 Report a problem | ||
| 4/17/2026 | Listed for sale | $275,000+139.1%$230/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12620298 Report a problem | ||
| 4/17/2025 | Sold | $115,000-11.5%$96/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12289796 Report a problem | ||
| 1/17/2025 | Listing removed | $130,000$109/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12257422 Report a problem | ||
| 12/17/2024 | Listed for sale | $130,000+31.3%$109/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12257422 Report a problem | ||
| 12/9/2021 | Sold | $99,000$83/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 7/29/2021 | Sold | $99,000-1%$83/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11057793 Report a problem | ||
| 5/21/2021 | Pending sale | $100,000$84/sqft |
Source:  RE/MAX International #11057793 Report a problem | ||
| 5/21/2021 | Contingent | $100,000$84/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11057793 Report a problem | ||
| 4/18/2021 | Listed for sale | $100,000+75.4%$84/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11057793 Report a problem | ||
| 1/13/2021 | Sold | $57,000+58.3%$48/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 10/9/2019 | Sold | $36,000-9.8%$30/sqft |
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| 9/9/2019 | Pending sale | $39,900$33/sqft |
Source: Freedom Realty #10463921 Report a problem | ||
| 8/13/2019 | Listed for sale | $39,900$33/sqft |
Source: Freedom Realty #10463921 Report a problem | ||
| 8/7/2019 | Pending sale | $39,900$33/sqft |
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| 7/25/2019 | Listed for sale | $39,900$33/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $3,389 +1.9% | $41,946 +7.4% |
| 2023 | $3,327 +24.8% | $39,056 +11.7% |
| 2022 | $2,667 +6.3% | $34,967 +30.1% |
| 2021 | $2,509 +11.1% | $26,869 +34.9% |
| 2020 | $2,258 +145.2% | $19,917 +9.1% |
| 2019 | $921 +106% | $18,251 +53.3% |
| 2018 | $447 | $11,904 +13% |
| 2017 | $447 -15.8% | $10,531 -19.5% |
| 2016 | $531 -47.5% | $13,075 +11.7% |
| 2015 | $1,012 -12.4% | $11,702 -31.1% |
| 2014 | $1,154 -32% | $16,975 -7.7% |
| 2012 | $1,697 +23.1% | $18,391 -33.9% |
| 2011 | $1,379 +15.7% | $27,842 -17.8% |
| 2010 | $1,192 +14.9% | $33,891 -11.5% |
| 2009 | $1,037 +1.9% | $38,302 -2.8% |
| 2008 | $1,018 -9.3% | $39,401 +20.1% |
| 2006 | $1,122 -4.5% | $32,795 |
| 2005 | $1,175 -0.6% | -- |
| 2004 | $1,182 -17.1% | -- |
| 2003 | $1,425 0% | -- |
| 2002 | $1,426 | -- |
| 2001 | -- | $20,818 +2.6% |
| 2000 | $1,367 | $20,282 |
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Neighborhood: South Sheridan
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Carman-Buckner Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.2 mi
- 4/10Thomas Jefferson Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.1 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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