523 S McAlister Avenue, Waukegan, IL 60085 - Photo 1

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$270,000

Sold
Closed
Single Family
3 Beds
2 Full Baths
1,194 Sq. Ft.
1 Car Garage

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Property Description

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

Full Property Details for 523 S McAlister Ave

General

Sold For: $270,000
Taxes: $3,389 (2024)
Status: Closed
Type: Single Family
Source: MRED
MLS ID: 12682991
Added to Site: 112 day(s) ago

Interior

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
Driving Directions: Belvidere & Lewis East to McAlister South to #

School Information

School District: 60
Midd School District: 60

Community

Assoc. Fees Include: None

Heating & Cooling

Cooling Type: None
Heating Type: Natural Gas, Forced Air

Utilities

Water: Public

Structural Information

Construction: Frame
Exterior Const.: Frame
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

Disclosures and Reports

Ownership: Fee Simple
Property ID: 8282210200000

Listed by Netgar Investments Inc
Sold by Better Homes and Gardens

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Schools

Schools serving 523 S McAlister Ave

School District:Waukegan Community Unit School District 60

Name	Grades	Distance
Carman-Buckner Elementary School 520 Helmholz Avenue, Waukegan, IL 60085	K-5	0.2 mi
Thomas Jefferson Middle School, Waukegan, IL 600 South Lewis Avenue, Waukegan, IL 60085	6-8	1.1 mi
Waukegan High School 1011 Washington Street, Waukegan, IL 60085	9-12	0.6 mi

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Price & Sales History for 523 S McAlister Ave

Date

Details

Price

Change

Source

8/27/2026

Sold

$270,000

0.75%

MLS

6/19/2026

Listed

$268,000

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MLS

Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.

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