Marquette Highlands Home for Sale

Marquette Highlands in Waukegan is a neighborhood with a mix of architectural styles, featuring homes built from the 1930s to the 1980s, including ranch, split-level, Cape Cod, Colonial, and Tudor styles. The community is centered around several rectangular, sidewalk-lined blocks along Golf Road, with a small pocket of homes separated by Jack Benny Middle School and Nuestra Señora De Guadalupe church. Bowen Park, less than a mile east, offers a castle-themed playground, wooded trails, and the Waukegan History Museum, making it a popular spot for families. The nearby Larsen Nature Preserve and Callahan-Franklin Dog Exercise Area provide additional outdoor activities. Glen Flora Country Club’s 18-hole course is directly east, offering golfing opportunities. Local dining options include Tute’s Bakery and Taqueria, La Fondita Restaurante Mexicano, and Bob & Anne’s Restaurant, while shopping needs are met at North Lewis Avenue’s developments, including Lewis Fresh Market and Aldi. The neighborhood hosts the Annual Greenwood Avenue Community Block Party in late July, featuring music, food, and activities for children. Scoop Waukegan, held downtown 2 miles south, is another popular event with classic cars, live entertainment, and local food. Commuters have access to the Amstutz Expressway, Interstate 94, and the Waukegan Metra Station, providing connections to Naval Station Great Lakes, Chicago O’Hare International Airport, and downtown Chicago. Vista Medical Center – East is a mile south, and Waukegan National Airport, 3 miles northeast, offers airshows and flight lessons. The area has a lower crime risk compared to the national average, contributing to its appeal for potential homebuyers.