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Detached Single · Waukegan, IL
$245,000$250,000
3 beds · 2 baths · 960 sqft
427 S Elmwood Avenue, Waukegan, IL, 60085
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What’s special

2-car garageIn-unit laundry
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.
— the listing agent’s description

The home

3 beds
2 baths
960 sqft
Built in 1930
0.12-acre lot
2-car garage
Detached Single
Cape Cod

What it’ll cost

$255 / sqft
$3,157 taxes / yr
No HOA
Listed $250,000
Now $245,000
26 days on dwello

Estimated monthly payment

$1,637/mo
Principal & interest$1,303
Property taxes$263
Homeowners insurance$71
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Price history
Price reduced
Jul 27, 2026
↓ $5,000$245,000
Listed for sale
Jul 2, 2026
$250,000
Now $5,000 below the original list price.
Property taxes
2025
Annual tax bill (MLS)
$3,157/yr
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Features

Window Unit(s)SteamBaseboardCedarPublic SewerConcreteYes

Schools

Elementary — Washington Elementary School
Middle — Robert E Abbott Middle School
High — Waukegan High School
Assigned schools per the listing — always verify enrollment + boundaries with the district.
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MLS listing dataMRED
Listed by Daniel Timm · Baird & Warner
Listing last updated Jul 27, 2026 · data refreshed from the MLS Jul 27, 2026, 5:08 AM CT
Based on information submitted to the MLS GRID as of Jul 27, 2026, 5:08 AM CT. Listing data © MRED LLC, distributed by MLS GRID — deemed reliable but not guaranteed; independently verify. Anything shown below this point is not MLS listing data.
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