This 3-bedroom, 1-bath home sits on a generous lot, offering endless potential! With a functional layout, ample natural light, and plenty of space, this home is ideal. The expansive yard provides room for outdoor enjoyment, potential expansion, or even a future garage addition. Located in a high-demand area near shopping, dining, and major roadways, this property offers convenience and accessibility, making it an attractive option!
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$146,900
842 Wadsworth Ave, Waukegan, IL 60085
3beds
1,163sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1920
7,501 Square Feet Lot
$151,600 Zestimate®
$126/sqft
$1,979 Estimated rent
Home value
$151,600
$136,000 - $168,000
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Room for outdoor enjoymentGenerous lotAmple natural lightFunctional layoutExpansive yard
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Listed by:
Michael Scanlon (773)630-9205,
eXp Realty,
Daniel Madrigal 773-340-1755,
eXp Realty
Bought with:
Dawn Bremer, CSC
Keller Williams Success Realty
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12308094
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: No additional rooms
Primary bedroom
- Level: Second
- Area: 140 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X10
Bedroom 2
- Level: Second
- Area: 126 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X9
Bedroom 3
- Level: Main
- Area: 90 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X9
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X12
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X11
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X12
Heating
- Natural Gas, Baseboard
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Range, Refrigerator
Features
- Basement: Unfinished,Walk-Out Access
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 1,163 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 2
Lot
- Size: 7,501 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: 08283180270000
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cape Cod
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1920
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Waukegan
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $126/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $125,725
- Annual tax amount: $3,537
- Date on market: 3/10/2025
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1/12/2026 | Sold | $146,900+535.9%$126/sqft |
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| 9/6/2013 | Sold | $23,101-76.7%$20/sqft |
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| 2/28/2003 | Sold | $99,000+147.5%$85/sqft |
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| 1/16/2001 | Sold | $40,000-47.4%$34/sqft |
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| 10/6/1998 | Sold | $76,000+75.4%$65/sqft |
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| 2/8/1994 | Sold | $43,333+85.7%$37/sqft |
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| 10/25/1993 | Sold | $23,333$20/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $3,636 +2.8% | $45,005 +7.4% |
| 2023 | $3,538 -1.4% | $41,904 +11.7% |
| 2022 | $3,587 +9.2% | $37,517 +2.2% |
| 2021 | $3,285 +6.3% | $36,693 +34.6% |
| 2020 | $3,091 -0.6% | $27,267 +9.1% |
| 2019 | $3,111 +47% | $24,986 +48.6% |
| 2018 | $2,116 | $16,811 +13% |
| 2017 | $2,116 +2.7% | $14,873 -19.4% |
| 2016 | $2,060 -8.7% | $18,463 +51.4% |
| 2015 | $2,257 +13.9% | $12,197 -29.3% |
| 2014 | $1,981 -25.9% | $17,248 -7.7% |
| 2012 | $2,675 -9.1% | $18,686 -33.9% |
| 2011 | $2,942 -8% | $28,289 -17.6% |
| 2010 | $3,197 +1% | $34,334 -12% |
| 2009 | $3,165 +1.6% | $39,009 -2.8% |
| 2008 | $3,114 +19.3% | $40,129 +19.2% |
| 2006 | $2,611 +4.5% | $33,659 |
| 2005 | $2,499 +3.2% | -- |
| 2004 | $2,422 -0.6% | -- |
| 2003 | $2,438 +22.1% | -- |
| 2002 | $1,997 +123% | -- |
| 2001 | $896 -52.2% | $23,605 +2.6% |
| 2000 | $1,875 | $23,018 |
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Neighborhood: South Sheridan
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Carman-Buckner Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.4 mi
- 4/10Thomas Jefferson Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1 mi
- 1/10Waukegan High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.1 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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