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$140,000

846 S Genesee St, Waukegan, IL 60085

4beds

1,364sqft

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Single Family Residence

Built in 1935

2,541 Square Feet Lot

$167,000 Zestimate^®

$103/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Unlock the potential of this classic Waukegan property located at 846 S. Genesee St.! This home is ready for its next chapter and offers an excellent opportunity for investors, experienced rehabbers, or buyers looking for their next renovation project. With solid potential and a prime location close to schools, parks, shopping, and major transportation routes, this property is the perfect canvas to restore and customize to your vision. The home is currently in need of significant repairs and will require a skilled buyer to bring it back to its full potential. Cash offers are strongly preferred due to the condition of the property. The home is being sold AS-IS, and the seller will make no repairs or provide repair credits. Don't miss this chance to transform a property with tremendous upside into something truly special. Schedule your showing today and imagine the possibilities!

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms: 2
Full bathrooms: 2

Rooms

Room types: No additional rooms

Primary bedroom

Level: Main
Area: 208 Square Feet
Dimensions: 16X13

Bedroom 2

Level: Main
Area: 168 Square Feet
Dimensions: 14X12

Bedroom 3

Level: Second
Area: 156 Square Feet
Dimensions: 13X12

Bedroom 4

Level: Second
Area: 144 Square Feet
Dimensions: 12X12

Heating

Natural Gas

Cooling

Wall Unit(s)

Features

Basement: Unfinished,Partial

Interior area

Total structure area: 0
Total interior livable area: 1,364 sqft

Property

Parking

Total spaces: 3

Accessibility

Accessibility features: No Disability Access

Features

Stories: 2

Lot

Size: 2,541 Square Feet
Dimensions: 33x77

Details

Parcel number: 08284170290000
Special conditions: None

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Property subtype: Single Family Residence

Materials

Stone

Condition

New construction: No
Year built: 1935

Utilities & green energy

Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public

Community & HOA

HOA

Services included: None

Location

Region: Waukegan

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $103/sqft
Tax assessed value: $120,147
Annual tax amount: $3,475
Date on market: 7/6/2026
Ownership: Fee Simple

Estimated market value

$167,000

$127,000 - $207,000

$2,287/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
7/6/2026	Listed for sale	$140,000$103/sqft
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12691938 Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2024	$3,475 +32.3%	$43,009 +7.4%
2023	$2,626 +18.1%	$40,045 +11.7%
2022	$2,224 +14.4%	$35,853 +24.7%
2021	$1,943 +13.5%	$28,750 +36.3%
2020	$1,712 +2.5%	$21,099 +9.1%
2019	$1,670 +128%	$19,334 +53.4%
2018	$733	$12,603 +13%
2017	$733 -32.1%	$11,150 -19.4%
2016	$1,079 -45.2%	$13,842 +11.7%
2015	$1,970 -3.8%	$12,389 -29.7%
2014	$2,047 -25.7%	$17,634 -7.7%
2012	$2,756 -8.9%	$19,106 -33.9%
2011	$3,025 -9.8%	$28,923 -19.1%
2010	$3,355 +5%	$35,739 -9.1%
2009	$3,194 +1.7%	$39,315 -2.8%
2008	$3,142 +8.9%	$40,443 +10.3%
2006	$2,885 +3.8%	$36,672
2005	$2,780 +2.1%	--
2004	$2,722 -0.5%	--
2003	$2,735 +111.6%	--
2002	$1,293 +11.9%	--
2001	$1,155 +12.2%	$16,459 +2%
2000	$1,029	$16,132

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Climate risks

Neighborhood: South Sheridan

Getting around

44 / 100

Car-Dependent

30 / 100

Some Transit

41 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Nearby schools

GreatSchools rating

3/10
Carman-Buckner Elementary School
Grades: PK-5Distance: 0.4 mi
4/10
Thomas Jefferson Middle School
Grades: 6-8Distance: 1.2 mi
1/10
Waukegan High School
Grades: 9-12Distance: 1.2 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.