1241 Elmwood Avenue, Waukegan, Illinois 60085

Subdivision > Lyons Acres

$199,900

Sold
Status: Closed
Sqft: 1,056
Cost/Sqft: $189
Beds: 3
Baths: 2
Year Built: 1962
Property Taxes: $3,564
Days On Market: 192
Lot Size: 0,16
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Description

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.

Property Specifics

Single Family
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1962
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No
0.16
Lake
Lyons Acres
0 / Not Applicable
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12593256
08322150180000

Nearby Schools

NAME: DISTRICT: DISTANCE:
Grade School
Andrew Cooke Magnet Elementary S
60 —
Middle School
John R. Lewis Middle School
60 Not in DB
High School
Waukegan High School
60 Not in DB

Property History

DATE: EVENT: PRICE: SOURCE:
14 Mar, 2019 Sold $125,000 MRED MLS
24 Jan, 2019 Under contract $125,899 MRED MLS
— Last price change $125,900 MRED MLS
2 Nov, 2018 Listed for sale $139,900 MRED MLS
14 May, 2026 Sold $199,900 MRED MLS
28 Apr, 2026 Under contract $199,900 MRED MLS
16 Mar, 2026 Listed for sale $199,900 MRED MLS
21 Sep, 2026 Sold $306,000 MRED MLS
29 Jul, 2026 Under contract $299,900 MRED MLS
22 Jul, 2026 Listed for sale $299,900 MRED MLS

Room Specifics

All Bedroom Info:
Total Bedrooms: 3
Bedrooms Above Ground: 3
Bedrooms Below Ground: 0
Second Bedroom Info:
Dimensions: —
Location: —
Floor Type: —
Third Bedroom Info:
Dimensions: —
Location: —
Floor Type: —
Bathroom Info:
Full Bathrooms: 2
Partial Bathrooms: 0
Bathroom Amenities: —
Bathroom in Basement: 1
Additional Rooms Info:
Rooms: —
Basement: —
Basement Description: —

Other Specifics

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51 X 134
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Not in DB
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Tax History

Year Property Taxes
2019 $3,415
2026 $3,564

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O'Neil Property Group, LLC