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731 N Lake Street

Grayslake, Illinois

Three bedroom home

$120,000

Listed by Mel Metts

Just touch-up paint, shampoo carpets, and move right in! Within past 10 years: New roof, remodeled kitchen w/new cabinets, countertops, appliances, & Pergo flooring, bathroom w/ceramic tile floor, vanity & fixtures, carpeting throughout. Crown molding and recessed lighting in living room. Partial basement. Spacious laundry room, private backyard, paver patio, 2 car garage. Near downtown & train stations. Note: adjacent to Com-Ed substation. Home has been a rental and is now vacant. With homestead, 2015 taxes would have been $940 less.

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391 N Lake Street

Grayslake, Illinois

Three bedroom home, including a basement bedroom

$134,900

Listed by Mel Metts

Cute bungalow in the heart of Grayslake! Walk to town, schools, park. Big corner lot across from Grayslake Central HS and right on the parade route! Beautiful mature landscaping including tall hedges. Crown molding and hardwood floors in liv/din combo, 3 bedrooms including one on lower level, lots of closets, walkout basement, whole house fan. 

Improvements since 2010: new roof, 200A electrical service, high efficiency furnace with central A/C, high efficiency water heater, refinished hardwood, some new windows. 

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1016 Sheridan Road Map it!

Winthrop Harbor, Illinois

Mixed Use Building

Four commercial units, eight apartments

Asking $499,000

Listed by Mel Metts

Bank owned. Eleven-year-old mixed use building with four commercial units plus eight two-bedroom apartments. Eleven units have gas forced air heat and air conditioning unit. Commercial units average 1,600 sq. ft. Each apartment is approx 850 sq. ft. Front commercial unit operates as a restaurant/bar while the remaining commercial units are vacant. Four apartments are occupied. Here is an opportunity to acquire a modern, well maintained property for a fraction of the cost to build new. Call listing agent to schedule showing appointment. Taxes prorated at 100%.

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1317 Sheridan Road Map it!

Winthrop Harbor, Illinois

0.45 ACRES

Asking $18,000

Listed by Mel Metts

Vacant Land with approximately 102 feet of frontage along the east side of Sheridan
Road and an average depth of 196 feet along the north and south sides. The property appears to be level and generally at grade with the street and adjacent properties. It slopes moderately from the northwest to the southeast. The far southeast side is about 5 feet lower than a ridge in the middle of the site.

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1400 Sheridan Road Map it!

Winthrop Harbor, Illinois

1.8 ACRES

Asking $31,000

Listed by Mel Metts

Vacant Land. The subject site is basically rectangular in shape and has approximately 200 feet of frontage along the west side of Sheridan Road and an average depth of approximately 329 feet. According to the FEMA Flood Insurance Rate Map Community Panel Number 17097C0077K, dated 9/18/2013, the subject property is not located in a designated special flood hazard area (Zone A). The subject site is located in Zone “X,” the minimal risk area. All typical public and private utilities are available to the site, but per Winthrop Harbor building department, are on the east side of the road and will have to be extended under the street.

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2602 Gideon Avenue

Zion, Illinois

Three bedroom, two bath home

Listed by Mel Metts

Three bedroom, 2+ baths, three-car garage, fenced yard, large deck. Move-in condition but could use some basement and exterior updating. Front and alley parking in addition to garage; ramp to deck and front door. The roof has been professionally inspected and given five to eight years projected life. Modern kitchen with center island and lots of cabinets and counterspace; central a/c, ceiling fans throughout, generous room sizes, plentiful large closets, master bedroom with full bath (shower stall)! Half-bath in basement. Paintable aluminum siding.

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3417 Stonegate Road

Waukegan, Illinois

Four-bedroom quad level home

$1,650

Listed by Mel Metts

Rehabbed in 2013! Spacious quad-level; all new kitchen with 42" cabinets and granite, plus stainless appliances. Crown molding! Upgraded baths with new showers and marble tiles. Four large bedrooms; three bedrooms have double closets! New high efficiency furnace, central a/c and water heater. First floor laundry room. Fenced backyard with spacious deck for summer fun! Mature shade trees. Add $35/month if owner furnishes laundry.

Two-year lease (military clause ok). Pets accepted with additional rent. Limit of 2 pets, and certain dog breeds are not accepted.

Pet friendly! Sorry, no Section 8.

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734 Drury Court Map it!

Gurnee, Illinois

1-bedroom, 1.5 bath loft town house

Listed by Mel Metts

Heather Ridge townhome. Lake County's best kept secret! Corner unit! Outstanding 2 story loft townhome incl wood burning, vaulted stone fireplace with floor-to-ceiling shelves. Newer ceramic tile in baths. Energy-efficient windows keep utilities under control. Electric furnace and central air. 1 car detached garage, visitor parking and so much more. Patio, balcony, 3 clubhouses, 4 pools, tennis, golf. Hiking path.

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SOLD! $47,500

1028 Berwick Blvd

Waukegan, Illinois

3-bedroom, 1 baths, two-car garage

Sold by Mel Metts

Approved Short Sale Quick Close possible.

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2505 Frolic Avenue

Waukegan, Illinois

Four-bedroom quad level home

$1,475

Listed by Mel Metts

Desirable home in North Waukegan!!! This nice Quad level offers good size living room, separate dining room with french doors to large deck. Three bedrooms on main level. Hardwood floors in dining & living room and two bedrooms. Large family room in lower level with master bedroom, and private bath plus sub basement. Detached two car garage, fenced yard. Newer Furnace. Add $30 if washer & dryer provided. Two cats/dogs allowed with additional rent: $15/cat, $25/dog and certain dog breeds will not be approved. See list and renter qualifications under More Info. Note 1/1/16 availability.

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1116 Park Avenue Map it!

North Chicago, Illinois

Four units plus three-car garage

One 3br, two 1br, one Studio

Listed by Mel Metts

Attractive brick 4-unit in very good condition plus 3-car garage! Newer windows throughout, newer roof, entry doors, updated baths, many recent upgrades! New electrical service. Garage has newer roof, siding & overhead doors. Perfect for investor or owner-occupant. Allow 24 hours so we can notify tenants, please.

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SOLD! $226,200

38812 N Pine Grove

Wadsworth, Illinois

5-bedroom, 2.5 baths, 2.5-car garage

Sold by Mel Metts

Amazing custom Wadsworth 2400 SF quad level.

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2316 Jenkinson Court

Waukegan, Illinois

Two bedrooms, one bath

Asking $52,900

Listed by Mel Metts

Well maintained two-bedroom home with hardwood, newer furnace and central a/c, fenced yard, storage shed. Strategically located near Waukegan High School and close to shopping and public transportation. Available for quick close; move-in condition. Not foreclosure or short sale. Laundry as-is (but working). Current tax reflects no exemptions.

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RENTED! $1,490

2252 Alta Vista Map it!

Waukegan, Illinois

3-4 bedroom, 2 bath, 2.5-Car Garage

$1,465

Listed by Mel Metts

Clean, clean, clean! Redecorated Tri-Level with two full baths, three bedrooms on upper level plus family room (or legal fourth bedroom) on lower level. Nearly new kitchen with 42" cherry cabinets and stainless appliances. Two car garage plus screen room. Central A/C. Refinished oak flooring. Desirable Buckley Hills location. 

Add $35/month if washer & dryer are required. Two-year lease (military clause ok). Pets accepted with additional rent. Limit of 2 pets, and certain dog breeds are not accepted.

Pet friendly! Sorry, no Section 8.

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SOLD! $145,500

36323 N Edgewood Drive

Gurnee, Illinois

4-bedroom, 2 baths, 2.5-car garage

Sold by Mel Metts

Nicely updated 4 br spacious ranch in move in condition. Commute friendly location and shopping nearby. Low taxes. Oversized 2.5 car garage and long driveway, deck, woodburning stove, Family Room, large backyard, 2 full baths, spacious kitchen with breakfast bar.

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2705 Elmwood Avenue

Waukegan, Illinois

4-bedroom, 2 baths

Listed by Mel Metts

Four-year-old rehab! Originally a 3 bedroom; center bedroom converted to dining room. Lovely arches separate rooms; crown molding in living and dining rooms. Two legal basement bedrooms plus bath + huge family room and gas/electric laundry hookup. Sliders to 10 x 10 deck. Separate 8 x 14 patio. Two-car garage. Fully fenced + gated. Newer stove & refrigerator! Pet friendly. Add $50 if washer/dryer are required. Twenty-four month lease required. Sorry, no Section 8.

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SOLD! $45,000

619 Butrick St

Waukegan, Illinois

3-bedroom, 1.5 baths, one-car garage

Sold by Mel Metts

HUD OWNED HOME CASE #: 137-337638. 

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SOLD! $55,000

1050 McAree

Waukegan, Illinois

3-bedroom, 2 baths

Sold by Mel Metts

This is a Fannie Mae Homepath property. Large home of 1344 square feet. Three bedrooms, 2 baths, ample size lot of over 1/2 acre. Nice large deep yard. Home is substantially back off over road. Private setting. Some upgrades done. Very close to shopping, restaurants and schools. Bus stop nearby to down town Waukegan where there is a Metra station serving Chicago.

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2312 Dover Road Map it!

Waukegan, Illinois

4-bedroom, 2 baths

Listed by Mel Metts

Rehabbed in 2012! North Waukegan location directly behind McCall Elementary School and Firemen's Park. Blocks from Waukegan Airport, shopping and transportation. Kitchen boasts subway tile backsplash; slider to raised deck; new laminate flooring; crown molding. Shared master bath on lower level with oversize shower and marble walls. New furnace and central a/c. Fenced yard! Pet friendly! Pet rent $25/cat or $50/approved dog. Two pet limit.

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734 Drury Court Map it!

Gurnee, Illinois

1-bedroom, 1.5 bath loft town house

Listed by Mel Metts

Heather Ridge townhome. Lake County's best kept secret! Corner unit! Outstanding 2 story loft townhome incl wood burning, vaulted stone fireplace with floor-to-ceiling shelves. Newer ceramic tile in baths. Energy-efficient windows keep utilities under control. Electric furnace and central air. 1 car detached garage, visitor parking and so much more. Patio, balcony, 3 clubhouses, 4 pools, tennis, golf. Hiking path.

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2419 Yeoman Street

Waukegan, Illinois

Four-bedroom ranch style home

Listed by Mel Metts

Redecorated Brick Ranch with main floor Family Room w/WB Stone Fireplace, Master bedroom with full bath, two more bedrooms on main level plus fourth bedroom in basement. Formal dining room and partially finished basement. Two car garage. Two new split-system A/C units installed. Refinished oak flooring. Desirable northside location. Add $50/month if washer & dryer are required.

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RENTED! $1,200

40445 Bluff Drive

Antioch, Illinois

2-bedroom, 1.5 baths, 1-Car Garage

Listed by Mel Metts

Affordable waterfront living on Bluff Lake! Two bedrooms, 1.5 baths, w/b fp, dw, laundry, central heat and a/c. One car garage. Huge deck! Pier not provided but you can install your own. Pet friendly (except dangerous breeds - see list). Addl rent: $25 dog, $15 cat. Limit 2. Each adult must complete application, pay $30 fee, pass bkgnd check. We want clean, stable residents, who are good neighbors and pay on time.

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RENTED! $1,550

533 Jennifer Circle

Mundelein, Illinois

3-bedroom, 2.5 baths, 2.5-Car Garage

Townhouse, attached 4 unit

Listed by Mel Metts

Spacious 3BR, 2.1 Bth 2 Story Townhouse with Full Unfinished Bsmt & Attached 2 Car Garage. All Appliances Included. Many upgrades including hardwood and kitchen appliances. Great interior Location near park, Close to shopping & restaurants. NOTE: Renter pays water & sewer which has averaged $60 every two months. No pets. No Section 8. Rent reduced to $1550 for 18 month lease!.

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SOLD! $91,400

32481 Bakers Drive

Lakemoor, Illinois

3-bedroom, 2.5 bath duplex

Listed by Mel Metts

Bright, airy and roomy home. Modern, two-story unit with huge master bedroom and huge deck! Very desirable neighborhood.

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SOLD! $301,400

720 Barron Blvd

Grayslake, Illinois

Four 2-bedroom apartments

Listed by Mel Metts

Well-maintained by the same owner for 15+ years, this 4-unit has updated kitchens, baths, roof, windows, furnaces, central A/C, driveway and lot paving. Units are 700-728 s.f. Excellent tenants, highly visible location, energy-efficient. Owner's basement workshop, tenant storage and coin wash/dry. Grayslake schools, of course! Zoned R-4.

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SOLD! $106,000

2524 Dunlay Court

Waukegan, Illinois

4-bedroom, 2 bath, 2.5-Car Garage

Sold by Mel Metts

2066 SF Builders Home! Custom Two Bedroom Brick & Stone Ranch on Private Circular Street. Wood Floors + Woodwork Thruout. Two Stone Fireplaces. Stone Fenced Yard w/Shed. Updated Mechanicals Including Newer A/C. Just Awaiting Some Finishing Touches. Conveniently Located Near Area Amenities. Fannie Mae HomePath Property.

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SOLD! $80,750

3224 Ezekiel Place

Zion, Illinois

4-bedroom, 2 bath, 2.5-Car Garage

Listed by Mel Metts

Brick ranch, brick (20 ft deep) garage w/attached storage shed. Home faces wooded Sharon Park. Three br plus 4th br in full basement. Two baths. Per owner, hardwood under carpet on first floor. Well maintained, but dated. Small fenced backyard. Fused electrical panel so not FHA qualified. Appliances stay!

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RENTED! $1,900

416 Camden Cove

Winthrop Harbor, Illinois

4-bedroom, 2.5 bath, 2-Car Garage

Listed by Mel Metts

Beautiful Executive Rental! Open, airy floor plan. Huge great room with wb fireplace and huge beautiful windows with seats overlooking secluded professionally landscaped backyard; ideal for bird watching! Huge porches both front and back. Bmt fam rm w/wet bar and tons of storage. Ldry hookup on 1st floor; 2nd flr ldry if rented furnished. Two car garage. Quiet cul de sac near school & parks. Washer/dryer excluded unless rented as furnished.

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SOLD! $106,000

33242 N Park St East

Grayslake, Illinois 60030

3-bedroom, 1 bath, one-car garage

Sold by Mel Metts

Amazing Home! Island kitchen w/granite countertops & Amish chestnut cabinets & bath 2011. Walk-in pantry. 2005:windows, siding, wood laminate floors, central air & roof. Wooded & fenced yard with patio & shed. Workbench area in attached garage. Convenient 2 blocks to beach, park & boat launch for residents only. Amenities include:Wildwood Park Dist & Warren Township Center. Walk to University Center + CLC.

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SOLD! $405,000

203-205 Newberry

Libertyville, Illinois

2-flat. Each unit has two bedrooms, 1 bath.

Listed by Mel Metts

Prime redevelopment opportunity next to renowned School Street Project. Corner double lot zoned R-7. Current land use is a rental duplex; retain income stream until your development is ready to break ground. Backup package under More Information.

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SOLD! $160,000

261 Fairlawn Ave

Mundelein, Illinois

4-bedroom, 2 bath, 2-Car Garage

Listed by Mel Metts

Roomy ranch in very good condition. Just south of Carl Sandburg School, blocks from High School. Dead end street. Finished basement, newer kitchen, appliances, furnace, windows, roof, Mohawk carpet.

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RENTED! $1,650

36799 N. Grandwood Drive Map it!

Gurnee, Illinois

4-bedroom, 2 bath, 2.5-Car Garage

Listed by Mel Metts

Check out this quality rehab. Exterior freshly painted. Four bedrooms, two baths, brand-new kitchen with 42" cherry cabinets, marble counter, stainless appliances. See-through fireplace graces the living and dining rooms. Huge yard. Excellent Grandwood Park location with view of and access to Grandwood Park and Lake.

Pet friendly! Sorry, no Section 8.