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12674 W Crescent Avenue

Waukegan, IL 60085
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Bed 4

Bed

Bath 2

Bath

SqFt2,132

Sqft

Acres1.01

Acre(Lot)

COUNTRY LIVING, ROOM TO GROW, AND A RARE OPPORTUNITY FOR FUTURE EXPANSION ALL IN ONE! Situated on 1.01 acres (fenced) in unincorporated Waukegan with lower taxes, this spacious 4-bedroom, 2-bath home offers the perfect blend of comfort, flexibility, and opportunity. The sun-filled living room welcomes you with soaring cathedral ceilings, a trendy exposed wood beam, plush newer carpet on all of the main floor, and an open, airy feel that continues throughout the main living spaces. The kitchen is designed for both everyday living and entertaining, featuring custom cherry cabinetry, granite countertops, a stylish fully vented hood, a Thermador stove, pantry closet, and all appliances included. Enjoy a formal dining area overlooking the living room. Upstairs you'll find two bedrooms, includin g the primary bedroom with shared access to the full bath featuring double sinks and a solid-surface vanity. Beautiful plaster ceilings add character and quality throughout the upper level. The lower level offers a spacious family room plus two additional bedrooms. Bedroom 3 features a unique built-in desk nook perfect for studying or working from home, while Bedroom 4 includes a gun safe that stays with the property and the cabinet with counter. Laundry room complete with Washer & Dryer (freezer does not stay). Step outside and discover what truly sets this property apart! The two-level deck was rebuilt in 2023 and overlooks mature trees, raised flower beds, grapevines, and a fully fenced acre of land. According to the seller, the property may have the potential to be divided into an additional buildable lot, creating a unique opportunity for future expansion, multigenerational living, investment potential, or the chance to build your dream home while remaining on-site. Buyer to do their own due diligence on splitting the lot. Additional features include a detached 2-car garage, 16x12 shed with loft, BRAND-NEW roof on the home, garage, and shed (2026), approximately 10-year-old furnace, central air conditioning and water heater, well and septic with a 3,500-gallon holding tank, and a sump pump with battery backup. HOMES WITH THIS MUCH LAND, THIS MANY UPDATES, AND THIS KIND OF FUTURE POTENTIAL ARE HARD TO FIND. Whether you're looking for space to spread out today or possibilities for tomorrow, this property delivers both!

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Property Type : Residential

Price : $399,900

AD Id : 84815485

MLS Id : MRD12672749

Beds : 4

Lot Size : 1.01 Acre

Living Area Size : 2,132

Year Built : 1978

Garage : 2

County : Lake

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Feature Features

  • Bedroom Information

    Total Bedroom: 4 Room Types: No additional rooms

    Bathroom Information

    Total Baths: 2 Full Baths: 2

    Room Information

    Rooms Total: 8

    Interior Features

    Roof: Asphalt Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Range Hood

    Roofing Information

    Asphalt
  • Flooring Information

    Construction Materials: Aluminum Siding, Brick
  • Heating & Cooling

    Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air Cooling: Central Air WaterSource: Well

  • Building Information

    Year Built: 1978

  • Lot Information

    Lot Dimensions: 300 x 148 Lot Description: Corner Lot Lot Acres: 1.01 Lot Size: 1.0-1.99 Acres

    Property Information

    Property Type: Residential Style: Bi-Level Sub Type: Detached Single Type Detached: Raised Ranch

  • Listing Price Information

    Original List Price:$399900

  • Tax Information

    Annual Tax: $5062.08 Tax Year: 2025 Parcel Number: 08183040080000 Tax Exemption: Homeowner,Senior

  • Parking Information

    Total Parking: 6 Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Off Street, Driveway, Owned, Garage Is Parking Included in Price: Yes

    Garage Information

    Garage Space: 2

    Homeowners Association Information

    Included Fees: None

  • Utility Information

    Sewer: Septic Tank Water Source: Well
  • Location Information

    City: Waukegan Direction: Take N Green Bay Rd north of Grand Ave. Turn right (east) on W Crescent Ave. House will be on the left.
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MLS: MRED #12672749 LISTED BY: Lori Mattice, RE/MAX Plaza 847-596-6100 SOURCE: Midwest Real Estate Data LLC (MRED) (Listings courtesy of Midwest Real Estate Data LLC (MRED) as distributed by MLS GRID)

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