This is a carousel with tiles that activate property listing cards. Use the previous and next buttons to navigate.
1/20
$245,000 Just Listed
This is a carousel with tiles that activate property listing cards. Use the previous and next buttons to navigate.
1/20
Property Description
Charming 1950s brick ranch home with timeless character and endless potential! Inside, you'll find beautiful hardwood floors and quality plaster walls that reflect durability and character. Enjoy 3 comfortable bedrooms all with ceiling fans, 2 full bathrooms, central air, plus an attached garage for convenience. The partially finished basement expands your living space with a family room, a full bathroom, and abundant storage. The lower level is ideal for hobbies, an office, entertaining or watching movies & playing games. Out back, enjoy a nice backyard with plenty of room for outside fun, pets, gardening and summer gatherings! This home has great bones and undeniable potential and has been in the same family for years. But, now it's ready for its next chapter! Selling "AS IS" because an estate owns it. Great location near restaurants, public transportation and shopping.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 535 N McAree Rd
General
- Price: $245,000
- Taxes: $4,212 (2024)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12578651
- Updated: 3/24/2026
- Added to Site: 1 day(s) ago
Rental Information
- Complex Features: Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
Interior
- Basement: Partially
- Interior Features: 1st-Floor Bedroom
- Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Humidifier
- Flooring: Hardwood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Basement Baths: Yes
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
Additional Information
- Equipment: Ceiling Fan(s)
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Attached garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 1
- Total Spaces: 1
- Parking Features: Concrete, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
Location
- Area: Park City / Waukegan
- County: Lake
- Township: Waukegan
- Driving Directions: Grand Ave and N. McAree Rd, south on McAree to number. Home on left just past University Ave. Light brick ranch home and dark brown garage door.
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
- Construction: Brick, Frame, Plaster
- Exterior Const.: Brick, Frame, Plaster
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Partially Finished, Full
- Roof: Asphalt
- Sub-Flooring: Hardwood
- Square Feet: 1,099
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Year Built: 1959
- Built Before 1978: Yes
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.2
- Lot Size Range: Less than .25 Acre
- Lot Dimensions: 60 x 140
Financial Considerations
- Parking Included: Yes
- Assessment Year: 1959
- Tax Amount: $4,212.6
- Tax Year: 2024
- Pays Sewer: Public Sewer
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Property ID: 8201060020000
Listed by Baird & Warner
Get Pre-Approved Today
Get a Great Insurance Rate
Schools
Schools serving 535 N McAree Rd
School District:Waukegan Community Unit School District 60
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Whittier Elementary School, Waukegan, IL 901 North Lewis Avenue, Waukegan, IL 60085 | K-5 | 0.6 mi |
Robert E Abbott Middle School 1319 Washington Street, Waukegan, IL 60085 | 6-8 | 1.1 mi |
Waukegan High School 1011 Washington Street, Waukegan, IL 60085 | 9-12 | 1.3 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 535 N McAree Rd
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
2/24/2026
Listed
$245,000
—
MLS
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 535 N McAree Rd
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2024
$3,940
-3%
$64,545
12%
2023
$4,050
4%
$57,787
10%
2022
$3,886
1%
$52,432
9%
2021
$3,851
2%
$48,273
7%
2020
$3,779
—
$44,972
9%
2019
$3,779
10%
$41,210
12%
2018
$3,430
12%
$36,842
13%
2017
$3,072
15%
$32,595
15%
2016
$2,677
10%
$28,324
12%
2015
$2,424
15%
$25,350
—
2014
$2,109
-6%
$25,350
8%
2013
$2,250
-33%
$23,455
-24%
2012
$3,349
—
$30,776
—
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 535 N McAree Rd
535 N McAree Road, Waukegan, IL 60085 (MLS# 12578651) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 535 N McAree Road is currently listed for $245,000 and was received on March 24, 2026. Want to learn more about 535 N McAree Road? 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.

