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Property Description
Welcome to 427 S Elmwood! Located on a prominent corner lot, this home offers a practical layout and highly functional features. The main floor is designed for convenience, featuring a primary bedroom, a full bathroom, and a main floor laundry area, making single-level living entirely possible. Upstairs, you will find the remaining two bedrooms and a second full bathroom, providing a natural and comfortable separation of living spaces. Outside, the property includes a detached two-car garage with ample space for vehicles and extra storage, along with a deck overlooking a fully fenced-in yard. For those needing additional space, the full unfinished basement offers an excellent canvas for a workshop or storage. Located near Great Lakes Naval Station, Corrine J. Rose Park, and the Greenbelt Forest Preserve, this modest and dependable home is a solid opportunity for anyone looking for a functional property close to local outdoor recreation, shopping, and restaurants.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 427 S Elmwood Ave
General
- Price: $250,000
- Taxes: $3,157 (2025)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12615276
Rental Information
- Complex Features: Park, Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
Interior
- Basement: Unfinished
- Interior Features: 1st-Floor Bedroom, 1st-Floor Bath, Separate Dining Room
- Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
Additional Information
- Equipment: Carbon Monoxide Detectors, Ceiling Fan(s)
- Other Features: School Bus Service, Commuter Bus
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Hot Tub, Fire Pit
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Total Spaces: 4
- Parking Features: Concrete, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Driveway, Owned, Garage
Location
- Area: Park City / Waukegan
- County: Lake
- Township: Waukegan
- Driving Directions: Lewis Ave & Belvidere Rd, East on Belvidere Rd North on S Elmwood Ave to Home (side entrance is off Salem Ave)
School Information
- School District: 60
- Elem School District: 60
- Midd School District: 60
- High School District: 60
- Elementary School: Washington Elementary School
- Middle School: Robert E Abbott Middle School
- High School: Waukegan High School
- Private School: Waukegan High School
Community
- Assoc. Fees Include: None
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Window Unit(s)
- Heating Type: Steam, Baseboard
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan
Structural Information
- Architectural Info: Cape Cod
- Architectural Style: Cape Cod
- Construction: Cedar
- Exterior Const.: Cedar
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Unfinished, Full
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
- Windows: Screens
- Square Feet: 960
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Year Built: 1930
- Built Before 1978: Yes
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.1194
- Lot Size Range: Less than .25 Acre
- Lot Dimensions: 5201
- Fence: Yes
- Lot Features: Corner Lot
- Fencing (Description): Fenced
Financial Considerations
- Assessment Year: 1930
- Tax Amount: $3,157.04
- Tax Year: 2025
- Pays Sewer: Public Sewer
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Property ID: 8292140010000
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Schools
Schools serving 427 S Elmwood Ave
School District:Waukegan Community Unit School District 60
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Washington Elementary School, Waukegan, IL 110 South Orchard Avenue, Waukegan, IL 60085 | K-5 | 0.5 mi |
Robert E Abbott Middle School 1319 Washington Street, Waukegan, IL 60085 | 6-8 | 0.6 mi |
Waukegan High School 1011 Washington Street, Waukegan, IL 60085 | 9-12 | 0.6 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Tax History
Tax History for 427 S Elmwood Ave
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2024
100%
$46,459
7%
2024
100%
$43,258
12%
2023
100%
$38,695
11%
2022
100%
$34,924
20%
2021
100%
$29,213
7%
2020
-100%
$27,215
89%
2014
$1,865
-4%
$14,433
-15%
2013
$1,941
-26%
$17,014
-24%
2012
$2,626
—
$22,325
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Estimate the Cost
Estimate the Cost for 427 S Elmwood Ave
427 S Elmwood Avenue, Waukegan, IL 60085 (MLS# 12615276) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 427 S Elmwood Avenue is currently listed for $250,000 and was received on July 02, 2026. Want to learn more about 427 S Elmwood 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.

