Downtown Waukegan Multifamily Home for Sale

Downtown Waukegan is a vibrant neighborhood with a rich history and a variety of attractions. The Genesee Theater, a historic venue, hosts performances, throwback movies, and kids' shows. Across the street, Nightshade and Dark’s Pandemonium Brewing offers an LGBTQ-friendly atmosphere with drag shows, 80s nights, and food trucks. The area also features the Instagram-famous Hair Culture studio and the Lucky Scottie Restaurant, a bar and gaming spot with live music. Art enthusiasts can enjoy the monthly Art Wauk event, showcasing local art in galleries and murals. Parks like Bradbury Park, named after author Ray Bradbury, and Besley Park, with its playground and community garden, provide green spaces. The Waukegan Harbor & Marina and Waukegan Municipal Beach offer water-related activities near Lake Michigan. The neighborhood is highly walkable, with a 15-minute walk to the Metra station for a one-hour trip to downtown Chicago. For drivers, Interstate 94 is about 6 miles west. Despite the presence of three Superfund sites, ongoing remediation efforts are in place. The local schools, part of Waukegan Community Unit School District 60, have average ratings.