$305,000

beds

baths

1,380

square ft

536 Thompson Avenue

Winthrop Harbor, Illinois 60096

Contingent / MLS #12731841 / Single Family / Winthrop Harbor

Listing information updated 8/21/2026 at 11:43am

Spacious Ranch with Finished-Potential Basement & Great Location Welcome to this spacious 3 bedroom ranch home offering a practical floor plan, generous living spaces, and excellent potential to make the home your own. The main level features a bright living and dining area with vaulted ceilings and an exposed wood beam, creating an open and inviting feel. The kitchen offers white cabinetry, a new stove and a large eat-in area with additional cabinetry and countertop space overlooking the backyard. The primary suite includes a private full bathroom and nice closet space. The full ready to be finished basement provides an excellent opportunity for additional living space, recreation, a home office, or storage. The opportunity to add a bedroom is there with an egress window nicely placed for this addition. A bathroom is already roughed in, metal framing is in place, and a supply of drywall is included and ready to be installed, providing a head start on finishing the space. Important major updates include a 2022 furnace and air conditioning system with transferable warranty, newer windows, and a newer roof. Outside, the fenced backyard offers privacy and includes a brick paver patio and plenty of room to enjoy the outdoors. The 2.5-car garage provides additional parking and storage. Located just minutes from the marina, beach, community pool, parks, and other area amenities, this home offers a great opportunity to add your personal touches while benefiting from important updates already in place. With a spacious layout, substantial basement potential, and major mechanical updates, this ranch is ready for its next chapter.

Full Features

Architecture Style:

Ranch

Exterior Type:

Brick,Cedar

Basement:

Unfinished,Full

Beds Above Grade:

Cooling System:

Central Air

Heating System:

Natural Gas, Forced Air

Appliances:

Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal

Main Level Primary Bedroom:

Yes

Pool:

Age:

41-50 Years

Roof Type:

Asphalt

Parking Type:

Garage - Asphalt,Garage Door Opener,Yes,Garage Owned,Attached,Garage

Parking Spaces:

2.5

Garage:

Attached

Room Count:

Water Front:

Square Feet:

1,380

Lot Size:

Less Than .25 Acre

Acreage:

0.2182

Internal Features:

Cathedral Ceiling(s), 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath

External Features:

Patio/Porch

Room Information

Living Room:

17x11 - Main

Dining Room:

11x7 - Main

Kitchen:

11x11 - Main

Family Room:

N/A

Primary Bedroom:

14x12 - Main Level

2nd Bedroom:

11x10 - Main

3rd Bedroom:

11x10 - Main

4th Bedroom:

N/A

Eating Area:

14x11 - Main Level

Foyer:

9x6 - Main Level

Laundry:

9x5 - Main Level

Taxes & Assessments

Tax Amount:

$8,684

Tax Year:

2025

Location

Zip Code:

60096

City:

Winthrop Harbor

County:

Lake

Schools

School District(s):

1, 126

Elementary School:

Westfield Elementary School

Middle School:

North Prairie Junior High School

High School:

Zion-Benton Twnshp Hi School

Architecture Style:

Ranch

Exterior Type:

Brick,Cedar

Basement:

Unfinished,Full

Beds Above Grade:

Cooling System:

Central Air

Heating System:

Natural Gas, Forced Air

Appliances:

Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal

Main Level Primary Bedroom:

Yes

Pool:

Age:

41-50 Years

Roof Type:

Asphalt

Parking Type:

Garage - Asphalt,Garage Door Opener,Yes,Garage Owned,Attached,Garage

Parking Spaces:

2.5

Garage:

Attached

Room Count:

Water Front:

Square Feet:

1,380

Lot Size:

Less Than .25 Acre

Acreage:

0.2182

Internal Features:

Cathedral Ceiling(s), 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath

External Features:

Patio/Porch

Living Room:

17x11 - Main

Dining Room:

11x7 - Main

Kitchen:

11x11 - Main

Family Room:

N/A

Primary Bedroom:

14x12 - Main Level

2nd Bedroom:

11x10 - Main

3rd Bedroom:

11x10 - Main

4th Bedroom:

N/A

Eating Area:

14x11 - Main Level

Foyer:

9x6 - Main Level

Laundry:

9x5 - Main Level

Tax Amount:

$8,684

Tax Year:

2025

Zip Code:

60096

City:

Winthrop Harbor

County:

Lake

School District(s):

1, 126

Elementary School:

Westfield Elementary School

Middle School:

North Prairie Junior High School

High School:

Zion-Benton Twnshp Hi School

Listing Office: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Starck Real Estate

Listing Office Phone: 815.385.5505

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536 Thompson Avenue, Winthrop Harbor, IL 60096 is a single family home currently listed at $305,000. 536 Thompson Avenue features 3 Beds, 2 Baths. This single family home has been listed on @properties Christie's International Real Estate since August 17th, 2026 and was built in 1976. Nearby schools include Westfield Elementary School, North Prairie Junior High School, and Zion-Benton Twnshp Hi School. The nearest transit stops include Winthrop Harbor Metra Metra Union Pacific North line.