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#:12794782
Source:MLSNI
Price summary
- Price:$240,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$250
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 main-floor laundry, making single-level living easy. Upstairs, you will find the second bedroom with direct access to a bonus room (perfect home office, walk-in closet, or sitting room) and a second full bathroom. Outside, the property includes a detached two-car garage with ample space for vehicles and extra storage, plus a deck overlooking a fully fenced yard. For those needing additional space, the full unfinished basement offers an excellent canvas for a workshop or storage. Near Great Lakes Naval Station, Corrine J. Rose Park, and the Greenbelt Forest Preserve, this modest, dependable home is a solid opportunity for anyone seeking a functional property close to local outdoor recreation, shopping, and restaurants.
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Home facts
- Year built:1930
- Listing ID #:12794782
- Updated:October 28, 2026 at 12:01 PM
Rooms and interior
- Bedrooms:2
- 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:$240,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$250
- 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
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