$245,000
SOLD FEB 17, 2025
3 Beds
1 Bath
1,210 Sq Ft
7,183 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$202 Per Sq Ft

7% Above List Price

3 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Ranch Style House
  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Laundry Room
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Living Room
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

About This Home

As of February 2025

Welcome to 959 Judge Avenue in Waukegan-a beautifully renovated ranch-style home that seamlessly blends modern amenities with classic charm. This 1,210 square foot residence, situated on a 7,183 square foot lot, offers three spacious bedrooms and a meticulously updated bathroom, making it an ideal choice for families and individuals alike. Key features include Completely Renovated Interior. Every aspect of this home has been thoughtfully updated, ensuring a move-in-ready experience for the new owners. Modern Kitchen: The heart of the home boasts brand-new cabinets, gleaming granite countertops, and state-of-the-art stainless steel appliances, providing both functionality and style for your culinary endeavors.Fresh Aesthetic: The entire interior has been freshly painted, complemented by new light fixtures that enhance the home's bright and welcoming atmosphere. New modern flooring flowing throughout the entire home. Comfort Upgrades: Experience year-round comfort with the newly installed central air conditioning system, ensuring a pleasant environment during all seasons. Updated Bathroom: The bathroom has been fully remodeled with contemporary fixtures and finishes, offering a spa-like retreat within your own home. Enhanced Infrastructure: Significant updates include a new driveway, modernized electrical system, and numerous other improvements that provide peace of mind and convenience. Additional Highlights Important updates: New roof, new electrical, most plumbing updated, new water heater, and more. Built in 1952:** This home retains its original charm while offering modern comforts, combining the best of both worlds. Attached Car Garage: The property includes an attached garage, providing secure parking and additional storage space.Prime Location: Situated on a dead-end street, this home offers a peaceful living environment while being conveniently close to local amenities, schools, and parks. This meticulously renovated property at 959 Judge Avenue is a rare find in today's market. With its comprehensive updates and prime location, it presents a unique opportunity for those seeking a turnkey home in Waukegan. Don't miss the chance to make this exceptional property your new home.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Rocio Mena

HomeSmart Connect LLC License #475160353

HomeSmart Connect LLC

Last Buyer's Agent

Yessenia Martinez

Compass License #475202742

Compass

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,286

Year Built

  • Built in 1952 | Remodeled in 2024

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Driveway
  • Parking Space is Owned

Home Design

  • Ranch Style House
  • Slab Foundation
  • Asphalt Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,210 Sq Ft Home
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 Potential Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Additional Features

  • 7,183 Sq Ft Lot
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,286

Year Built

Built in 1952 | Remodeled in 2024

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Type Detached: 1 Story
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • ArchitecturalStyle: Ranch
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: 1 Story
  • Year Built: 1952
  • Age: 71-80 Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: School Bus Service
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): Yes
  • Rehab Year: 2024
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Year Renovated: 2024

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
  • Basement: None
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • LivingArea: 1210
  • Room Type: No additional rooms
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 1210
  • Basement Description: Slab
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Total Sq Ft: 1210
  • Basement Sq Ft: 0
  • Total Sq Ft: 1210
  • Main Level Sq Ft: 1210
  • ResoLivingAreaSource: Assessor

Exterior Features

  • List Price: 229900
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Waterfront: No
  • Exterior Building Type: Vinyl Siding

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • ParkingTotal: 2
  • Driveway: Asphalt
  • Garage Details: Garage Door Opener(s)
  • Garage On-Site: Yes
  • Garage Ownership: Owned
  • Garage Type: Attached
  • Parking: Garage

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: None

Schools

  • Middle/Junior School District: 60

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Acres: 0.1649
  • Lot Dimensions: 7919
  • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Special Assessments: N

Rental Info

  • Board Number: 10

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 4286
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Tax Exemptions: None

Map

Range of Values:

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
02/17/2025 02/17/25 Sold $245,000 +6.6% $202 / Sq Ft
12/25/2024 12/25/24 Pending -- -- --
12/21/2024 12/21/24 For Sale $229,900 +98.0% $190 / Sq Ft
08/02/2024 08/02/24 Sold $116,100 0.0% $96 / Sq Ft
06/27/2024 06/27/24 Pending -- -- --
06/24/2024 06/24/24 Off Market $116,100 -- --
06/22/2024 06/22/24 For Sale $105,000 -- $87 / Sq Ft
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2023 $4,245 $45,447 $8,767 $36,680
2022 $4,245 $43,420 $8,472 $34,948
2021 $3,737 $35,847 $7,406 $28,441
2020 $3,786 $33,396 $6,900 $26,496
2019 $3,810 $30,602 $6,323 $24,279
2018 $3,569 $27,608 $7,955 $19,653
2017 $3,474 $24,425 $7,038 $17,387
2016 $3,280 $21,225 $6,116 $15,109
2015 $3,209 $18,997 $5,474 $13,523
2014 $3,215 $19,003 $6,886 $12,117
2012 $3,984 $20,588 $7,460 $13,128
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $237,650 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Deed History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $245,000 Chicago Title
Deed $117,000 Chicago Title
Source: Public Records

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Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 12258753

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 08-17-418-011