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Property Description
Unique 3-BR Character Home with Modern Updates! Come out and view this beautiful, character-filled 3-bedroom home! A true standout, this property features stunning, original light maple hardwood flooring throughout and four separate entrances offering a highly flexible layout. The inviting living room boasts a cozy brick fireplace, and the kitchen features a charming breakfast nook.You will love the one-of-a-kind architectural layout: A bedroom connects to a unique bonus room just 9 steps above, complete with built-in wall drawers-perfect for a private office, playroom, or creative studio. Major mechanical updates offer total peace of mind, including a fully updated electrical system (2 years old), an updated furnace, and a roof that is only 8 years old. Includes a detached 1-car garage. This solid home just needs your personal touch to make it shine. Schedule your tour today!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 1527 Brookside Ave
General
- Price: $284,900
- Taxes: $3,879 (2024)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12637156
- Updated: 5/22/2026
- Added to Site: 2 day(s) ago
Interior
- Basement: Unfinished
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
- Appliances: Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
- Flooring: Hardwood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
Additional Information
- Other Features: School Bus Service, Commuter Bus
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 1
- Total Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: No Garage, Yes, Detached, Off-Street, Garage
Location
- Area: Park City / Waukegan
- County: Lake
- Township: Waukegan
- Driving Directions: Butrick and Brookside west to 1527 Brookside
School Information
- School District: 60
- Elem School District: 60
- Midd School District: 60
- High School District: 60
Community
- Assoc. Fees Include: None
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: None
- Heating Type: Radiator(s)
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Construction: Brick
- Exterior Const.: Brick
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Unfinished, Full
- Sub-Flooring: Hardwood
- Square Feet: 1,602
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Year Built: 1925
- Built Before 1978: Yes
Lot Features
- Lot Size Range: Less than .25 Acre
- Lot Dimensions: 4953
Financial Considerations
- Assessment Year: 1925
- Tax Amount: $3,879
- Tax Year: 2024
- Pays Sewer: Public Sewer
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Property ID: 8202210010000
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Schools
Schools serving 1527 Brookside Ave
School District:Waukegan Community Unit School District 60
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Hyde Park Elementary School 1525 Hyde Park Avenue, Waukegan, IL 60085 | K-5 | 0.1 mi |
Miguel Juarez Middle School 201 North Butrick Street, Waukegan, IL 60085 | 6-8 | 0.2 mi |
Waukegan High School 1011 Washington Street, Waukegan, IL 60085 | 9-12 | 0.5 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 1527 Brookside Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
5/21/2026
Listed
$284,900
61.88%
MLS
1/08/2025
Sold
$176,000
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Public Record
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 1527 Brookside Ave
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2024
$3,879
7%
$65,194
7%
2024
$3,616
4%
$60,702
12%
2023
$3,480
8%
$54,347
17%
2022
$3,220
13%
$46,593
11%
2021
$2,860
-8%
$41,883
7%
2020
$3,100
—
$39,019
9%
2019
$3,100
-1%
$35,754
21%
2018
$3,133
9%
$29,605
13%
2017
$2,872
11%
$26,192
15%
2016
$2,590
7%
$22,760
12%
2015
$2,428
-21%
$20,371
—
2014
$3,055
-2%
$20,371
-15%
2013
$3,131
-24%
$24,042
-24%
2012
$4,100
—
$31,547
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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1527 Brookside Avenue, Waukegan, IL 60085 (MLS# 12637156) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom. 1527 Brookside Avenue is currently listed for $284,900 and was received on May 21, 2026. Want to learn more about 1527 Brookside Avenue? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Waukegan? You can browse all Waukegan real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

