557 W Water St

Waukegan, IL 60085

$249,900
Price
4
Beds
1,200 Sq. Ft.
$208 / Sq. Ft.
1,200
Sq. Ft.
$208
per Sq. Ft.
a front view of a house with yard

Description

Welcome to this bright and spacious 4-bedroom home featuring a 2.5-car garage and additional parking in back . The interior has been completely refreshed with new flooring on main level, freshly painted and new carpeting on second level , offering a modern and comfortable feel. The updated kitchen boasts new stainless steel appliances , plenty of new counter space , and brand-new cabinets -perfect for everyday cooking and entertaining. Enjoy year-round comfort with central air and heating . There...Welcome to this bright and spacious 4-bedroom home featuring a 2.5-car garage and additional parking in back . The interior has been completely refreshed with new flooring on main level, freshly painted and new carpeting on second level , offering a modern and comfortable feel. The updated kitchen boasts new stainless steel appliances , plenty of new counter space , and brand-new cabinets -perfect for everyday cooking and entertaining. Enjoy year-round comfort with central air and heating . There is a first-floor bedroom includes a convenient powder room , while the second floor features a full bathroom and three spacious bedrooms . Located just minutes from downtown Waukegan , this home offers easy access to shopping, dining, and local amenities. "The basement includes a washer and dryer hookup along with ample storage space." Move-in ready and beautifully updated-don't miss your chance to make this charming home yours!
  1. Listed by Mary Zoubouridis • Realta Real Estate
    P: (847)-331-2448 C: (847)-331-2448 mary.zoubouridis@gmail.com

Property Details for 557 West Water Street

Area
Park City / Waukegan
Township
Waukegan
Ownership
Fee Simple
Num Of Garage Spaces
2.5
Num Of Parking Spaces
2.5
Air Conditioning Type
Central Air
Num of Interior Fireplaces
0
Heat/Fuel
Natural Gas, Forced Air
LISTING UPDATED: 11/30/2025 03:46 PM

Property Details for 557 West Water Street

StatusActive
MLS #12507125
Days on Market46
Taxes$3,622 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeDetached Single / 2 Stories
Year Built1900
Lot Size0.10 AC / 4,356 SF
CountyLake County

Location

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Building Information for 557 West Water Street

Stories-Year Built1900Building Size-Lot Size0.10 AC / 4,356 SF

Payment Calculator

$1,537 per month

30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest

Principal and Interest

$1,235

Property Taxes

$302

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 557 West Water Street

General Information
School Information
  • Elementary School District: 60
  • High School District: 60
  • Middle Or Junior School District: 60
Addtl Parking Information
  • Parking Details: Shared Driveway, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
Location and General Information
  • Postal Code Plus 4: 0
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Association Fee Includes: None
  • Master Association Fee: No
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
  • Additional Parcels: No
Property Information
Interior Features
  • Interior Property Features: 1st Floor Bedroom, Separate Dining Room
  • Num Of Rooms: 7
  • Bedrooms Total: 4
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
  • Community Features: Park, Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
  • Basement Type: Unfinished, Full
  • Bedrooms Possible: 4
  • Air Conditioning: Central Air
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service
  • Flooring: Laminate
  • Basement Sq Ft: 600
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Room Type: No additional rooms
  • Num of Baths: 1.1
Exterior Features
  • Type: 2 Stories
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Water: Public
  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, All Stainless Steel Kitchen Appliances, Range Hood
  • Other Equipment: Water Heater-Gas
Property/Lot Information
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Rebuilt: No
  • Rehabilitated: No
  • Built Before 1978: Yes
  • Age: 100+ Years
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Total Sq Ft: 1200
  • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 1200
  • Total Finished and Unfin Sq Ft: 1800
  • Upper Sq Ft: 1200
  • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Lot Dimensions: 31X131
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • Construction: Vinyl Siding
  • Roof Type: Asphalt
  • General Information: School Bus Service,Commuter Train
  • North Coordinate: 34
  • South Coordinate: 0
  • East Coordinate: 0
  • West Coordinate: 10
  • Living Area Source: Assessor
  • Assessor Square Footage: 1200
  • Unfinished Basement Sq Ft: 600
Property and Assessments
  • Buyer Financing: Conventional, FHA, VA
  • Public Document Count: 0
  • Photos Count: 2
  • OpenHouse Count: 0
Virtual Tour/Additional Media
  • Virtual Tour: None
  • Virtual Tour YN: No
Room Information
Master Bedroom Information
  • Master Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Master Bedroom
  • Master Bedroom Bath: None
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 15X8
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 12X11
Bedroom #3 Information
  • 3rd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 11X9
Bedroom #4 Information
  • 4th Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom #4 Room Dimensions: 11X8
Dining Room Information
  • Dining Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
  • Dining Room Dimensions: 13X9
Family Room Information
  • Family Room Level: N/A
  • RoomType_FR: Family Room
Kitchen Information
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 15X8
Laundry Information
  • Laundry Level: N/A
  • Room Type: Laundry
Living Room Information
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Living Room Dimensions: 12X11

Property History for 557 West Water Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Oct 30, 2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12507125

$249,900—
Aug 11, 2025

Cancelled

MRED #12386908

$269,000—
Jul 14, 2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12386908

$269,000—
Jan 17, 2011

Sold

MRED #07684421

$22,000—
Jan 4, 2011

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #303427259

$22,000

-32.1% / yr

Dec 16, 2010

Pending

MRED #07684421

—
Nov 29, 2010

Listed (Active)

MRED #07684421

$27,720—
Mar 31, 2006

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #194478020

$139,500

+16.6% / yr

May 17, 2001

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #73779896

$66,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
10/30/2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12507125

$249,900
08/11/2025

Cancelled

MRED #12386908

$269,000
07/14/2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12386908

$269,000
01/17/2011

Sold

MRED #07684421

$22,000
01/04/2011

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #303427259

$22,000

-32.1% / yr

12/16/2010

Pending

MRED #07684421

—
11/29/2010

Listed (Active)

MRED #07684421

$27,720
03/31/2006

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #194478020

$139,500

+16.6% / yr

05/17/2001

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #73779896

$66,000

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 557 West Water Street

Taxable ValueLand$5,593Additions$36,141Total$41,734
Tax Record2024$3,370 ($281 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Baths1Total Finished SqFt1,200 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,200 SqFtStories2Lot Size4,108 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1900Year Renovated1933CountyLAKEAPN08-21-322-029

Schools near 557 West Water Street

This home is within Waukegan Community Unit School District 60.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
North Elementary School
Public - PK to 5
Robert E Abbott Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Waukegan High School
Public - 9 to 12
Andrew Cooke Magnet Elementary School
Public - K to 5
Rating
School
Distance
North Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Robert E Abbott Middle School
Public6 to 8

Waukegan High School
Public9 to 12

Andrew Cooke Magnet Elementary School
PublicK to 5

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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More information about 557 West Water Street, Waukegan, IL 60085

557 West Water Street is a single family home for sale in Waukegan, IL 60085. This property was listed for sale on October 30, 2025 by Realta Real Estate, it's currently listed at $249,900. It has been on the market for a total of 46 days and was last sold on January 17, 2011. This listing's school district is Waukegan Community Unit School District 60. Nearby schools include North Elementary School, Robert E Abbott Middle School and Waukegan High School. 557 West Water Street is a 4-bed, 2-bath, 1,200 sqft single family home built in 1900.

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