846 S Genesee Street, Waukegan, IL 60085
Lake County
Key Facts
Description
Unlock the potential of this classic Waukegan property located at 846 S. Genesee St.! This home is ready for its next chapter and offers an excellent opportunity for investors, experienced rehabbers, or buyers looking for their next renovation project. With solid potential and a prime location close to schools, parks, shopping, and major transportation routes, this property is the perfect canvas to restore and customize to your vision. The home is currently in need of significant repairs and will require a skilled buyer to bring it back to its full potential. Cash offers are strongly preferred due to the condition of the property. The home is being sold AS-IS, and the seller will make no repairs or provide repair credits. Don't miss this chance to transform a property with tremendous upside into something truly special. Schedule your showing today and imagine the possibilities!
Property Information
Property Type
Residential
Sub-Type
Single Family Residence
Year Built
1935
Living Area
1,364 sq ft
Lot Dimensions
33x77
Parking Spaces
3
Ownership
Fee Simple
Days on Market
7
MLS® Listing#
12691938
Property Features
Cooling
Heating
Basement
Construction
Sewer
Water Source
Rooms
- Bedroom 214X12Main
- Bedroom 313X12Second
- Bedroom 412X12Second
- Dining Room
- Family Room
- Kitchen
- Laundry
- Living Room
- Master Bedroom16X13Main
Financial Details
Annual Taxes
$3,475
Tax year 2024
Parcel Number
08284170290000
Directions
Audrey Nixon Blvd East, North on Genesee St to home
Affordability Calculator
$28,000
Estimated monthly payment
$745/mo
Principal $112,000 · Est. interest $156,250 over 30 yrs
Neighborhood Market Statistics
How this home compares to active listings in Waukegan, IL
- $291,176
- Median Listing Price
- 26
- Median Days on Market
- 1,541
- Median Sq Ft
- $185
- Median Price / Sq Ft
- 47
- Active Listings
- This home’s price is 52% below the area median.
- Its price per sq ft is 45% below the area median.
Market statistics compiled from active EXIT Realty® and MLS listings in Waukegan, IL.
Location
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Nearby Schools
Carman-Buckner Elementary School
Elementary · 0.4 mi away
Evelyn Alexander School
Elementary · 0.6 mi away
St Martin de Porres High School
Secondary · 0.6 mi away
Cristo Rey St Martin College Prep
School · 0.6 mi away
Andrew Cooke Magnet School
Elementary · 0.8 mi away
Lyon Magnet School
Elementary · 1.1 mi away
AOEC Stephens' Center
School · 1.1 mi away
Waukegan High School
Secondary · 1.2 mi away
John R. Lewis Middle School
Secondary · 1.2 mi away
Novak-King Middle School
School · 1.4 mi away
Most Blessed Trinity Academy
School · 1.4 mi away
North Chicago Community High School
Secondary · 1.5 mi away
Miguel Juarez Middle School
Secondary · 1.5 mi away
North Elementary School
Elementary · 1.8 mi away
Neal Math Science Academy
School · 1.8 mi away
Washington Elementary School
Elementary · 1.8 mi away
Hyde Park Elementary School
Elementary · 1.8 mi away
Lions Math & Science Christian Academy
School · 1.8 mi away
North Chicago Cusd
School · 1.9 mi away
AJ Katzenmaier Academy
School · 1.9 mi away
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|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2205 Williamsburg Drive, Waukegan, IL | $175,000 | 3 | 2 | 1,240 |
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| 728 N Ash Street, Waukegan, IL | $180,000 | 4 | 2 | 1,814 |
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Listing Courtesy: Real Broker, LLC - (224) 234-9711
Last Updated: 2026-07-06