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  • Single Family
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Full Baths
  • 1,194 Sq. Ft.
  • 1 Car Garage
  • Updated 6 hours ago
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This is the one you've been waiting for! Ideally located across from Roosevelt Park, this beautifully remodeled home offers convenient access to Downtown Waukegan, Lake Michigan, the Genesee Theatre, METRA, schools, and a variety of shops and restaurants. The property has been fully updated and is truly move-in ready. It features 3 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, a brand-new kitchen, and a dedicated dining room. You'll also find a versatile extra space that can be used as an office, game room, or additional storage, along with a full basement for even more storage. Major updates include a new roof, flooring, appliances, AC unit, furnace, plumbing, lighting, and electrical panel, giving you peace of mind for years to come. Nothing to do but move in and enjoy!

Full Property Details for 523 S McAlister Ave

General

  • Price: $275,000
  • Taxes: $3,389 (2024)
  • Status: Active
  • Type: Single Family
  • Source: MRED
  • MLS ID: 12620298
  • Updated: 4/17/2026
  • Added to Site: 3 day(s) ago

Rental Information

  • Complex Features: Park, Sidewalks

Interior

  • Basement: Unfinished
  • Interior Features: 1st-Floor Bedroom, 1st-Floor Bath
  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator

Rooms

Bathrooms

  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 2

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 3

Parking

  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Total Spaces: 1
  • Parking Features: Asphalt, No Garage, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage

Location

  • Area: Park City / Waukegan
  • County: Lake
  • Township: Waukegan
  • Driving Directions: Belvidere & Lewis East to McAlister South to #

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: Natural Gas, Forced Air

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water: Public

Structural Information

  • Construction: Frame
  • Exterior Const.: Frame
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Desc.: Unfinished, Full
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Square Feet: 1,194
  • Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
  • Year Built: 1930
  • Built Before 1978: Yes

Lot Features

  • Lot Size (Acres): 0.1113
  • Lot Size Range: Less than .25 Acre
  • Lot Dimensions: 100 x 49
  • Lot Features: Corner Lot

Financial Considerations

  • Parking Included: Yes
  • Assessment Year: 1930
  • Tax Amount: $3,389.16
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Pays Sewer: Public Sewer

Disclosures and Reports

  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Property ID: 8282210200000

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Schools serving 523 S McAlister Ave

School District:Waukegan Community Unit School District 60
NameGradesDistance
Carman-Buckner Elementary School
520 Helmholz Avenue, Waukegan, IL 60085
K-50.2 mi
Thomas Jefferson Middle School, Waukegan, IL
600 South Lewis Avenue, Waukegan, IL 60085
6-81.1 mi
Waukegan High School
1011 Washington Street, Waukegan, IL 60085
9-120.6 mi
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Price
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4/15/2026
Listed
$275,000
139.13%
MLS
4/10/2025
Sold
$115,000
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Tax History for 523 S McAlister Ave

Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2024
$3,327
25%
$39,056
12%
2023
$2,667
6%
$34,967
30%
2022
$2,509
11%
$26,869
16%
2021
$2,258
144%
$23,066
16%
2020
$926
1%
$19,917
9%
2019
$921
121%
$18,251
53%
2018
$417
-8%
$11,904
13%
2017
$455
-6%
$10,531
-19%
2016
$486
-8%
$13,075
12%
2015
$531
-48%
$11,702
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2014
$1,012
-12%
$11,702
-31%
2013
$1,154
-32%
$16,975
-24%
2012
$1,697
—
$22,274
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523 S McAlister Avenue, Waukegan, IL 60085 (MLS# 12620298) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 523 S McAlister Avenue is currently listed for $275,000 and was received on April 15, 2026. Want to learn more about 523 S McAlister 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.

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