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Property Description
Welcome to 2605 Vermont Avenue, a beautifully maintained and thoughtfully updated ranch offering comfort, style, and exceptional value. This 3-bedroom, 1-bath home has been tastefully remodeled over the years and showcases true pride of ownership from the moment you arrive. Step inside to find inviting living spaces filled with warmth and character, along with an expansive finished basement that nearly doubles your usable living space. Whether you need a recreation room, home office, workout area, hobby space, or additional room to entertain, the finished basement offers endless possibilities. This home has also been well cared for mechanically, featuring a new furnace and ac in 2026! and a roof that is only approximately 8 years old, providing peace of mind for years to come. Situated on a beautifully landscaped corner lot in north Waukegan, the property offers outstanding curb appeal with mature landscaping and a welcoming presence. Enjoy quiet mornings or relaxing evenings in the screened-in back porch, while the fenced side yard provides privacy and additional outdoor space for entertaining, gardening, or everyday enjoyment. An attached one-car garage adds convenience and extra storage. Located on a sidewalk-lined street, this move-in-ready home combines thoughtful updates, generous living space, and excellent curb appeal. Offering incredible value in today's market, 2605 Vermont Avenue is ready for its next owners to move in and enjoy. Come see everything this wonderful home has to offer!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 2605 W Vermont Ave
General
- Price: $275,000
- Taxes: $4,171 (2025)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12708867
- Updated: 7/20/2026
- Added to Site: 1 day(s) ago
Interior
- Basement: Partially
- Appliances: Range, Refrigerator
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
Additional Information
- Equipment: Sump Pump
- Other Features: School Bus Service
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Attached garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 1
- Total Spaces: 1
- Parking Features: Concrete, Yes, Attached, Garage
Location
- Area: Park City / Waukegan
- County: Lake
- Township: Waukegan
- Subdivision: Oakdale Highlands
- Driving Directions: Sunset and McAree, North to Vermont, to address on left at corner
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: Central Air Conditioning
- Heating Type: Natural Gas, Forced Air
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan
Structural Information
- Architectural Info: Ranch
- Architectural Style: Ranch
- Model: Ranch
- Construction: Aluminum Siding, Brick
- Exterior Const.: Aluminum Siding, Brick
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Partially Finished, Full, Daylight
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
- Square Feet: 1,036
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Year Built: 1963
- Built Before 1978: Yes
Manufactured Home
- Model: Ranch
Lot Features
- Lot Size Range: Less than .25 Acre
- Lot Dimensions: 90 x 80 x 110 x 60
- Lot Features: Corner Lot
Financial Considerations
- Parking Included: Yes
- Assessment Year: 1963
- Tax Amount: $4,171
- Tax Year: 2025
- Pays Sewer: Public Sewer
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Property ID: 8072140020000
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Schools
Schools serving 2605 W Vermont Ave
School District:Waukegan Community Unit School District 60
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Oakdale Elementary School, Waukegan, IL 2230 North McAree Road, Waukegan, IL 60087 | K-5 | 0.2 mi |
Jack Benny Middle School 1401 Montesano Avenue, Waukegan, IL 60087 | 6-8 | 0.9 mi |
Waukegan High School 1011 Washington Street, Waukegan, IL 60085 | 9-12 | 2.8 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 2605 W Vermont Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
7/20/2026
Listed
$275,000
117.39%
MLS
8/10/1998
Sold
$126,500
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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 2605 W Vermont Ave
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2024
$4,704
5%
$66,816
7%
2024
$4,498
-7%
$62,212
12%
2023
$4,827
6%
$55,699
1%
2022
$4,542
—
$55,379
12%
2021
$4,554
1%
$49,563
7%
2020
$4,531
—
$46,174
9%
2019
$4,531
-4%
$42,311
1%
2018
$4,738
8%
$41,699
13%
2017
$4,394
20%
$36,892
24%
2016
$3,660
5%
$29,682
12%
2015
$3,474
3%
$26,566
—
2014
$3,357
-2%
$26,566
3%
2013
$3,433
-23%
$25,829
-24%
2012
$4,475
—
$33,891
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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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2605 W Vermont Avenue, Waukegan, IL 60087 (MLS# 12708867) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom. 2605 W Vermont Avenue is currently listed for $275,000 and was received on July 20, 2026. Want to learn more about 2605 W Vermont 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.

