427 S Elmwood Avenue, Waukegan, IL 60085
Local realty services provided by:ERA Naper Realty
Listed by: daniel timm, lauren fish
Office: baird & warner
MLS#:12615276
Source:MLSNI
Price summary
- Price:$245,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$255.21
About this home
Welcome to 427 S Elmwood! Located on a prominent corner lot, this home offers a practical layout and highly functional features. The main floor is designed for convenience, featuring a primary bedroom, a full bathroom, and a main floor laundry area, making single-level living entirely possible. Upstairs, you will find the remaining two bedrooms and a second full bathroom, providing a natural and comfortable separation of living spaces. Outside, the property includes a detached two-car garage with ample space for vehicles and extra storage, along with a deck overlooking a fully fenced-in yard. For those needing additional space, the full unfinished basement offers an excellent canvas for a workshop or storage. Located near Great Lakes Naval Station, Corrine J. Rose Park, and the Greenbelt Forest Preserve, this modest and dependable home is a solid opportunity for anyone looking for a functional property close to local outdoor recreation, shopping, and restaurants.
Contact an agent
Home facts
- Year built:1930
- Listing ID #:12615276
- Updated:August 22, 2026 at 11:16 AM
Rooms and interior
- Bedrooms:3
- Total bathrooms:2
- Full bathrooms:2
- Rooms Total:6
- Dining Description:Separate Dining Room
- Kitchen Description:Dishwasher, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator
- Basement Description:Full, Unfinished
- Living area:960 sq. ft.
Heating and cooling
- Cooling:Window Unit(s)
- Heating:Baseboard, Steam
Structure and exterior
- Roof:Asphalt
- Year built:1930
- Building area:960 sq. ft.
- Lot area:0.12 Acres
- Lot Features:Corner Lot
- Architectural Style:Cape Cod
- Exterior Features:Fire Pit
- Foundation Description:Concrete Perimeter
- Levels:1.5 Story
Schools
- High school:Waukegan High School
- Middle school:Robert E Abbott Middle School
- Elementary school:Washington Elementary School
Utilities
- Water:Lake Michigan
- Sewer:Public Sewer
Finances and disclosures
- Price:$245,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$255.21
- Tax amount:$3,157 (2025)
Features and amenities
- Laundry features:Dryer, Washer
- Amenities:CO Detectors, Ceiling Fan(s)
Parking
- Total parking spaces:4
- Parking description:Concrete, Detached Garage, Driveway, Garage
- Garage:Yes
- Garage spaces:2
New listings near 427 S Elmwood Avenue
- New
$234,000Active2 beds 2 baths1,205 sq. ft.4489 W Brownstone Way #4489, Waukegan, IL 60085
MLS# 12736792Listed by: ARNI REALTY INCORPORATED - New
$335,000Active4 beds 2 baths1,404 sq. ft.3500 Stonegate Road, Waukegan, IL 60087
MLS# 12738277Listed by: COLDWELL BANKER REALTY - New
$220,000Active2 beds 2 baths1,125 sq. ft.49 S Lewis Avenue, Waukegan, IL 60085
MLS# 12738540Listed by: CORNERSTONE REALTY GROUP, LLC
$409,900Pending3 beds 3 baths2,118 sq. ft.3080 Mini Drive, Wadsworth, IL 60083
MLS# 12736251Listed by: HOMESMART CONNECT LLC- New
$199,000Active4 beds 1 baths903 sq. ft.557 Oak Street, Waukegan, IL 60085
MLS# 12720489Listed by: DEI REALTY LLC - New
$350,000Active3 beds 3 baths3,143 sq. ft.3064 N Southern Hills Drive, Wadsworth, IL 60083
MLS# 12730777Listed by: COMPASS - New
$280,000Active3 beds 3 baths1,472 sq. ft.1818 W Monroe Street, Waukegan, IL 60085
MLS# 12737595Listed by: HOUSE OF REAL ESTATE - New
$375,000Active3 beds 3 baths1,358 sq. ft.1334 S Pleasant Hill Gate, Waukegan, IL 60085
MLS# 12736357Listed by: KELLER WILLIAMS NORTH SHORE WEST - Open Sat, 1 to 3pmNew
$369,900Active3 beds 2 baths1,500 sq. ft.2130 Hawthorne Lane, Waukegan, IL 60087
MLS# 12730921Listed by: RE/MAX PREMIER - New
$165,000Active2 beds 1 baths868 sq. ft.2932 Darrow Lane, Waukegan, IL 60085
MLS# 12735411Listed by: COMPASS