$199,900

beds

baths

1,056

square ft

1241 S Elmwood Avenue

Waukegan, Illinois 60085

New / MLS #12593256 / Single Family / Waukegan

Listing information updated 3/16/2026 at 5:03pm

Opportunity awaits with this 3-bedroom, 2-bath home featuring a 1-car garage, offering a great chance for investors, renovators, or buyers looking to build sweat equity. This property has solid bones and a functional layout, making it an excellent candidate for renovation and value-add improvements. The spacious, fully fenced backyard offers plenty of room for outdoor enjoyment and includes a concrete patio area ideal for grilling, entertaining, or creating your own outdoor living space. The basement adds valuable additional living space, featuring a family room, laundry area, and a second full bathroom, providing flexibility for recreation space, guests, or future updates. While the home does need repairs and updates, the potential here is undeniable for someone with vision. Whether you're an investor searching for your next project, a flipper, or a buyer looking to customize a home to your style, this property presents a fantastic opportunity to add value. Bring your ideas and transform this house into something special!This sale is based on the completion of a prior transaction.

Full Features

Architecture Style:

Bi-Level

Exterior Type:

Vinyl Siding

Basement:

Finished,Full

Beds Above Grade:

Cooling System:

Central Air

Heating System:

Forced Air

Appliances:

Range, Refrigerator

Main Level Primary Bedroom:

Yes

Pool:

Age:

61-70 Years

Roof Type:

Asphalt

Parking Type:

Garage - Concrete,Yes,Garage Owned,Attached,Garage

Parking Spaces:

Garage:

Attached

Room Count:

Water Front:

Square Feet:

1,056

Lot Size:

Less Than .25 Acre

Acreage:

0.158

Room Information

Living Room:

15x11 - Main

Dining Room:

11x9 - Lower

Kitchen:

15x11 - Lower

Family Room:

16x14 - Lower

Primary Bedroom:

13x9 - Main Level

2nd Bedroom:

11x10 - Main

3rd Bedroom:

11x10 - Main

4th Bedroom:

N/A

Laundry:

10x11 - Lower Level

Taxes & Assessments

Tax Amount:

$3,564

Tax Year:

2024

Location

Zip Code:

60085

City:

Waukegan

County:

Lake

Schools

School District(s):

Elementary School:

Andrew Cooke Magnet Elementary S

Middle School:

John R. Lewis Middle School

High School:

Waukegan High School

Architecture Style:

Bi-Level

Exterior Type:

Vinyl Siding

Basement:

Finished,Full

Beds Above Grade:

Cooling System:

Central Air

Heating System:

Forced Air

Appliances:

Range, Refrigerator

Main Level Primary Bedroom:

Yes

Pool:

Age:

61-70 Years

Roof Type:

Asphalt

Parking Type:

Garage - Concrete,Yes,Garage Owned,Attached,Garage

Parking Spaces:

Garage:

Attached

Room Count:

Water Front:

Square Feet:

1,056

Lot Size:

Less Than .25 Acre

Acreage:

0.158

Living Room:

15x11 - Main

Dining Room:

11x9 - Lower

Kitchen:

15x11 - Lower

Family Room:

16x14 - Lower

Primary Bedroom:

13x9 - Main Level

2nd Bedroom:

11x10 - Main

3rd Bedroom:

11x10 - Main

4th Bedroom:

N/A

Laundry:

10x11 - Lower Level

Tax Amount:

$3,564

Tax Year:

2024

Zip Code:

60085

City:

Waukegan

County:

Lake

School District(s):

Elementary School:

Andrew Cooke Magnet Elementary S

Middle School:

John R. Lewis Middle School

High School:

Waukegan High School

Listing Office: O'Neil Property Group, LLC

Listing Office Phone: 630.425.8815

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