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#12393869, Nancy Drabek, Listing office: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
$269,000 List price
557 W Water St Waukegan, IL 60085
4 beds
1 full, 1 partial
1,200 sqft
0.10 acres
$224 / sqft
House
Property details
About 557 W Water St
Spacious and beautifully updated, this two-story home offers four bedrooms and 1.5 bathrooms-perfect for comfortable family living. The brand-new kitchen features abundant cabinet space, expansive countertops, extra deep stainless sink and modern appliances, including a double oven, dishwasher, and refrigerator-ideal for cooking and entertaining. New bathroom vanities with new faucets and countertops. Enjoy new flooring and carpeting throughout, fresh painted interior, all-new interior and exterior doors for a refreshed, contemporary feel. The home also includes a full basement with laundry hook-ups and plenty of storage space, plus a 2.5-car detached garage. Conveniently located near downtown Waukegan, Lake Michigan, and the Metra station, this home offers both comfort and accessibility. Marketed AS-IS - but truly move-in ready!
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingNatural Gas, Forced Air
StatusActive
(New)
(New)
CoolingCentral Air
Size1,200 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.1 Acres
Year built1900
ParkingShared Driveway, On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
MLS #12386908
Garage2 spaces
Summary
- Partial Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Refrigerator
- Basement: Yes
- Interior: 1st Floor Bedroom, Separate Dining Room
- Total Bedroom Count: 4
- Garage Space: 2 spaces
- Parking: Shared Driveway, On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
- Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
- Cooling: Central Air
- List Price: $269,000
- Price/SqFt: $224
- HOA Amount: $0
- Annual Tax Amount: $2,840
- Tax Year: 2023
- Directions: WASHINGTON & LEWIS E2 PARK S2 WATER E2 ADDRESS
- Year Built: 1900
- Living Area: 1,200 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.1 Acres
- MLS Number: 12386908
- MLS Name: MRED
- Office Name: RE/MAX United
- Office Phone: (847) 215-5555
- Listing Agent: Mary Zoubouridis
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Jan 25, 2011 | Home Sold | $22,000 |
| Apr 28, 2006 | Home Sold | $139,500 |
| May 17, 2001 | Home Sold | $66,000 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $35,741 | $2,840 |
| 2022 | $29,052 | $2,296 |
| 2021 | $22,030 | $2,206 |
| 2020 | $19,466 | $2,220 |
| 2019 | $17,838 | $2,220 |
| 2018 | $17,312 | $2,178 |
| 2017 | $15,316 | $2,178 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
5
Andrew Cooke Magnet Elementary School
Public Magnet PK-5
0.2 mi
•522 Belvidere Rd
3
Carman-Buckner Elementary School
Public District PK-5
0.7 mi
•520 Helmholz Ave
5
North Elementary School
Public District PK-5
0.8 mi
•410 Franklin St
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $36,316. Most Waukegan, IL residents have annual incomes less than $<35k. Most families are single, no kids. The most common level of education of people living in this area is high school diploma.
How much money do the neighbors make?
48%
<35k
44%
35k-100k
7%
100k-200k
1%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
What types of families live nearby?
48%
Single, No Kids
18%
Single, with Kids
8%
Married, No Kids
26%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
21%
<11 yrs old
11%
12-17 yrs old
25%
18-34 yrs old
37%
35-64 yrs old
6%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Figure Skating
Pro Boxing
NHRA Drag Racing
Where do the neighbors shop?
Family Dollar
Burlington
Big Lots
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Church's Chicken
Popeyes
Golden Corral
What do the neighbors drive?
Cadillac
Dodge
Kia
What do the neighbors listen to?
Jazz
Urban Contemporary
Adult Standards
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 557 W Water St
The listing price of 557 W Water St property is $269,000.
The property 557 W Water St is a house located in Waukegan, Illinois, 60085.
Active Listing: 557 W Water St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 557 W Water St are: Andrew Cooke Magnet Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Carman-Buckner Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), North Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Robert E Abbott Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Miguel Juarez Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Thomas Jefferson Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Waukegan High School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), North Chicago Community High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Lake Forest High School (GreatSchools Rating 10/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $2,840 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on January 25, 2011 for $22,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 557 W Water St has 4 bedrooms and 1 full and 1 half bathrooms.
The property 557 W Water St is 1,200 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 557 W Water St is 1900.
This home is located at 557 W Water St in Waukegan, IL and zip code 60085 in the McKays neighborhood. This 1,200 square foot home, which was built in 1900, sits on a 0.10 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since July 14, 2025 and is currently priced at $269,000.
While more than 29 listings in Waukegan, IL in June 2025 were sold above asking price, there were more than 7 listings sold at asking price, and more than 13 were sold below. The number of homes for sale in Waukegan, IL increased by 21.1% between May and June 2025. While the average time on the market in June 2025 was 12 days, the median list price was $240,000.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.