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#12209746, Brandon Aranda, Listing Office: 4 Sale Realty Advantage
$3,443
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709 N County St Waukegan, IL 60085
$289,900 List price
$3,443
Closing credit¹
3 beds
1 full, 1 partial
1,600 sqft
$181 / sqft
House
Property details
About 709 N County St
Welcome home to Waukegan's Near North Historic District! 709 N County Street is situated near all that the city has to offer and has both the modern conveniences and upgrades for today's lifestyle and the architectural details & craftsmanship that make it unique. Located just one mile from the beach, harbor, and downtown Waukegan. You don't often find details and features this well preserved in a home of this age, but here it is! Lovingly updated and maintained by current owners over the past 11 years, this character-rich home features old-wood hardwood floors throughout the first and second floors, gorgeous details including dentil and crown moulding, and a cozy wood-burning fireplace. Formal dining and living spaces seamlessly blend traditional aesthetics with modern life with the open floor plan. Rounding out the first floor are the powder room and laundry room with stacking washer and dryer. There are 3 generously sized bedrooms and 1 full bathroom on the second floor. Primary bedroom has a walk-in closet with dressing area. Bathroom was remodeled in 2019. Additional features include a full, unfinished basement, and 2 car detached garage. Create more living space in the basement if you desire, as the current owners have done with a bar and family room setup, or simply use it for extra storage. Just a little over a block to Upton Park, and a few minutes to the Genesee Theater, Waukegan Park District and the library. Updates include brand-new vinyl siding in 2023, new brick paver patio in 2023, new Trex back porch/stairs 2023. Brand new central air & furnace in 2022, vinyl fencing 2023, exterior painting and upgraded exterior lighting in 2024. Customized landscaping has been done throughout the front and back yards, including mature perennial flowers. Kitchen was given a facelift with new cabinet fronts and solid black granite counter tops and new sink in 2021. New LG microwave 2024, new Samsung refrigerator in 2020, new Bosch dishwasher 2021. Washer/dryer set 2020.
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingNatural Gas, Forced Air, Baseboard
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size1,600 sqft
BasementYes
Year built1904
MLS #12267395
Garage2 spaces
FireplaceGas Starter
Summary
- MLS Number: 12267395
- MLS Name: MRED
- Office Name: eXp Realty, LLC
- Office Phone: (888) 574-9405
- Listing Agent: Stephen Missirlian
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Nov 12, 2013 | Home Sold | $126,900 |
| Apr 21, 2010 | Home Sold | $42,500 |
| May 22, 2001 | Home Sold | $111,500 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $73,021 | $5,840 |
| 2022 | $67,072 | $5,272 |
| 2021 | $56,573 | $5,294 |
| 2020 | $52,705 | $5,275 |
| 2019 | $48,296 | $5,275 |
| 2018 | $50,215 | $5,466 |
| 2017 | $45,760 | $5,466 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
5
North Elementary School
Public District PK-5
0.2 mi
•410 Franklin St
4
Glen Flora Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.6 mi
•1110 Chestnut St
5
Hyde Park Elementary School
Public District KG-5
1.0 mi
•1525 Hyde Park Ave
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 $53,833. The most common annual income of people living in Waukegan, IL is less than $<35k. The most common type of family is single, no kids. Typical level of education for residents in this area is high school diploma.
How much money do the neighbors make?
41%
<35k
32%
35k-100k
26%
100k-200k
1%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
What types of families live nearby?
36%
Single, No Kids
18%
Single, with Kids
24%
Married, No Kids
22%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
18%
<11 yrs old
9%
12-17 yrs old
28%
18-34 yrs old
36%
35-64 yrs old
9%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
College Basketball
Mexican League Soccer
Basketball
Where do the neighbors shop?
Dillards
Burlington
Ross Dress For Less
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Logan's Roadhouse
Church's Chicken
Jasons Deli
What do the neighbors drive?
Hyundai
Chevrolet
Acura
What do the neighbors listen to?
Rock
Urban Adult Contemporary
Rhythmic Contemporary Hits
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Frequently asked questions
About 709 N County St
This home is located at 709 N County St in Waukegan, IL and zip code 60085 in the Corys neighborhood. This 1,600 square foot home was built in 1904. Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since January 9, 2025 and is currently priced at $289,900.
In January 2025, from all listings sold in Waukegan, IL there were more than 9 sold above asking price, over 22 sold below and more than 3 were sold right at the asked price. Between December and January 2025, Waukegan, IL real estate market has seen increase in the number of listings by 4.4%. In January 2025 median list price was $234,900 and the average listing age was 39 days.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.