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Single-familyProperty Type
1954Year Built
6,311 sq ftLot Size
$281Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 spacesParking
Listed by Peter Childs• Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
Single family home in the Lake County Gardens subdivision is now on the market. Built in 1954 the home offers 3 bed, 1 bath, with just under 775 square feet of living space in addition to a full basement, and a detached garage. It is situated on a respectably sized lot measuring about 0.15 acres with a fenced backyard. Needs updating and TLC. Located in close proximity to public transportation, parks, and schools.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,689 (+2.7%)
$9,009 + $56,118
$65,127
2024
$4,568 (+3.6%)
$9,009 + $56,118
$65,127
2023
$4,411 (−15.6%)
$8,388 + $52,251
$60,639
2022
$5,228 (+16.4%)
$7,577 + $47,204
$54,781
2021
$4,493 (−0.3%)
$7,219 + $52,259
$59,478
2020
$4,504 (+0.5%)
$6,250 + $42,843
$49,093
2019
$4,481 (+30.4%)
$5,336 + $36,574
$41,910
2018
$3,436 (+6.3%)
$6,796 + $25,094
$31,890
2017
$3,232 (+52.2%)
$6,796 + $25,094
$31,890
2016
$2,124 (+7.8%)
$6,014 + $16,710
$22,724
2015
$1,971 (−14.6%)
$5,226 + $14,520
$19,746
2013
$2,307 (−25.1%)
$5,133 + $14,046
$19,179
2012
$3,080 (−4.5%)
$6,735 + $18,430
$25,165
2011
$3,225 (−7.2%)
$7,127 + $23,321
$30,448
2010
$3,476 (−0.6%)
$7,198 + $29,619
$36,817
2008
$3,496 (+6.7%)
$11,130 + $31,335
$42,465
2007
$3,278
$10,985 + $30,929
$41,914
Tax history for 2531 W Cheyenne Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,689 (+2.7%)
$9,009 + $56,118
$65,127
2024
$4,568 (+3.6%)
$9,009 + $56,118
$65,127
2023
$4,411 (−15.6%)
$8,388 + $52,251
$60,639
2022
$5,228 (+16.4%)
$7,577 + $47,204
$54,781
2021
$4,493 (−0.3%)
$7,219 + $52,259
$59,478
2020
$4,504 (+0.5%)
$6,250 + $42,843
$49,093
2019
$4,481 (+30.4%)
$5,336 + $36,574
$41,910
2018
$3,436 (+6.3%)
$6,796 + $25,094
$31,890
2017
$3,232 (+52.2%)
$6,796 + $25,094
$31,890
2016
$2,124 (+7.8%)
$6,014 + $16,710
$22,724
2015
$1,971 (−14.6%)
$5,226 + $14,520
$19,746
2013
$2,307 (−25.1%)
$5,133 + $14,046
$19,179
2012
$3,080 (−4.5%)
$6,735 + $18,430
$25,165
2011
$3,225 (−7.2%)
$7,127 + $23,321
$30,448
2010
$3,476 (−0.6%)
$7,198 + $29,619
$36,817
2008
$3,496 (+6.7%)
$11,130 + $31,335
$42,465
2007
$3,278
$10,985 + $30,929
$41,914
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Permits
Beds
2
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
6,316 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1975
Sq. Ft.
1,382
Year built
1954
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Lake County
APN
08-08-312-002
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 15, 2026.
Sep 12, 2023 • Final
Solar
Electrical
Solar
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Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Cars: 2
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Garage Parking
Detached Garage
Garage On-Site
Owned Garage
Asphalt Driveway
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 4
# of Bedrooms (Above Grade): 2
# of Bedrooms (Below Grade): 2
Master Bedroom Information
Size: 14X13
On Main Level
Carpet Flooring
Bedroom #2 Information
Size: 12X11
On Main Level
Carpet Flooring
Bedroom #3 Information
Size: 11X10
In Basement
Carpet Flooring
Bedroom #4 Information
Size: 11X10
In Basement
Carpet Flooring
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 2
Bathroom(s) in Basement
Living Room Information
Size: 16X14
On Main Level
Hardwood Flooring
Dining Room Information
Size: 6X7
On Main Level
Hardwood Flooring
Kitchen Information
Size: 10X10
On Main Level
Hardwood Flooring
Additional Rooms Information
Great Room
Full Basement
Finished Basement
Additional Room #1 Information
Great Room
Size: 17X14
In Basement
Carpet Flooring
Interior Features
Hardwood Flooring, 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath
Heating & Cooling
Gas Heating, Forced Air Heating
Central Air Conditioning
Exterior
Building Information
Sq. Ft. Source: Other
Built Before 1978
Recent Rehab (Y/N): Yes
Age: 61-70 Years
Aluminum Siding
Lot Information
Dimensions: 6315
Less Than .25 Acre
Property Information
# of Rooms: 8
Ownership: Fee Simple
Aprox. Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 0
Rehab Year: 2017
Rebuilt
Rebuilt Year: 2017
Parcel Identification Number: 08083120020000
Financial
Financial Information
Tax: $1,971.84
Tax Year: 2015
Special Service Area: N
Finance Code: FHA
Utilities
Utility Information
Water: Lake Michigan, Public
Sewer (Public)
200+ Amp Service
Location
School Information
Elementary School District: 60
Junior High District: 60
High School District: 60
Location Information
Township: WAUKEGAN
Corporate Limits: WAUKEGAN
Directions: From south on N McAree Rd towards Dakota Rd, Turn left onto W Cheyenne Rd
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,382
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 6,316 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1954
Year Renovated: 1975
County: Lake County
APN: 08-08-312-002
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 15, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Possession: Closing
Holds Earnest Money: No
Seller Concessions: No
Around this home
Schools
Clearview Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.2mi
3/10
Miguel Juarez Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.9mi
2/10
Waukegan High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.2mi
1/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.15% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
2/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 98° expected this year, 14 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Waukegan, IL • 60087
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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76
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66
49
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 10.2 hours in
June and 3.3 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
10.2 hrs
3.3 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$241,000 – $291,000
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