$239,000
- 2 Beds
- 2 Baths
822 S Martin Luther King Junior Ave, Waukegan, IL 60085

Regina Stewart
House of Real Estate
(224) 505-4650
$239,000
822 S Martin Luther King Junior Ave, Waukegan, IL 60085
Regina Stewart
House of Real Estate
(224) 505-4650
$512,500
515 8th St, Waukegan, IL 60085
Hanon Hines Illinois Real Estate Partners Inc
$385,000
1110 W Pacific Ave, Waukegan, IL 60085
Zach Kennedy Compass
$318,888
518 Franklin St, Waukegan, IL 60085
Richard Lewis Double R Realty LLC
$1,500,000
2116 & 2101 Williamsburg Dr, Waukegan, IL 60085
Toynoia Briggity eXp Realty - Chicago North Ave
Waukegan's mile-long municipal beach along Lake Michigan provides year-round waterfront recreation, while the historic Genesee Theatre brings Broadway shows and national acts to the heart of downtown. The 6.5-mile Illinois Beach State Park showcases diverse plant life and pristine shoreline. Downtown Waukegan features local art galleries, monthly ArtWauk events, and distinctive murals celebrating hometown author Ray Bradbury. The 700-slip Waukegan Harbor and Marina serves as a gateway to Lake Michigan boating and fishing. Local dining ranges from authentic Middle Eastern cuisine at Papa Marco's Grill & Kabob to classic Italian treats at Tina's Italian Bake Shop.
The housing market spans multiple price points across distinct neighborhoods. Single-family homes in Bonnie Brook have a median price of $305,000, while Downtown Waukegan's median price is $145,000. Shore Highlands and Fair Oaks Estates feature single-family homes with median prices of $295,000 and $286,000 respectively. The Greens at Midlane North has a median single-family home price of $265,800. One-bedroom condos throughout Waukegan have a median price of $85,000, while two-bedroom condos have a median price of $225,000.
Property taxes in Lake County stand at 2.68%, with Illinois state income tax at 4.95%. The combined sales tax rate is 8.89%. Commuters benefit from Metra's Union Pacific North Line to Chicago and access to Interstate 94. Top-rated schools include Libertyville High School and St. Patrick School. The Great Lakes Naval Training Center maintains a significant presence in the community.
On average, homes in Waukegan, IL sell after 18 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Waukegan, IL over the last 12 months is $85,000, down 59% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
In Waukegan, there are currently 5 multi-family homes for sale, providing an appealing investment opportunity for buyers. With multi-family homes priced between $239,000 to $1,500,000, there's a range to accomodate every budget. As of August, 2025 the median home price in Waukegan is $104,900, while the average sale price is $143,133, offering insights into the local housing market. On average, multi-family homes spend 18 days listed before being sold. Multi-family homes include a variety of property types, from duplexes, triplexes, and fourplexes, to apartment complexes, all within a single building divided to accommodate multiple families living separately. These multi-family properties for sale offer investors the chance to generate rental income. Whether you're considering a duplex for a beginner investment or an apartment complex for a more substantial venture, there are investment properties available to meet your requirements. Explore the range of multi-family homes for sale in Waukegan, IL.