This beautiful quad-level home won't last long. It has been completely restored from floor to ceiling. Sitting at the end of a quiet block, this home is ready for new owners. As soon as you step into the front door you'll immediately notice the open floor plan with a working fireplace, spacious kitchen, hardwood floors, and new windows. Follow the hardwood upstairs to 3 bedrooms and a full bath. Continue downstairs to the den and additional full bath. There is a bonus room with a huge walk in closet on the 4th level.
Single-familyProperty Type
1963Year Built
7,057 sq ftLot Size
$134Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Christina Lee• The Lyons Group Real Estate
•219-218-1181 (broker)
•jeff@thelyonsgroup.com (broker)
Bought with Christina Lee• The Lyons Group Real Estate
Whether you want to move in or buy an investment property, this Quad level home is at the end of a quiet block neighboring up to some railroad tracks. Open the front door and immediately notice the open floor plan with a working fireplace, hardwood floors, and newer replacement windows. Follow the hardwood upstairs to 3 bedrooms and a full bath. This is an absolute steal people--jump on it now, or kick yourself later, and for peace of mind the seller is generously offering a 13 month home warranty with purchase of this property!!
NIRA MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #223352
Aug 15, 2008
Listed
$32,500
$16/sq ft
Looking for a home to call your own? This is an affordable, 3 bedroom, 1 1/2 bath split level home. There is a 2 car detached garage to park your cars or store your toys! Home sold in AS-IS condition. Preapproval/Proof of funds required with all offer submissions.
NIRA MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #143974
Oct 7, 2005
Listed
$39,000
$19/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2024
$2,138 (+9.7%)
$12,700 + $161,100
$173,800
2023
$1,949 (−0.9%)
$12,700 + $147,200
$159,900
2022
$1,966 (+284.4%)
$6,800 + $150,500
$157,300
2021
$512 (−3.2%)
$6,800 + $39,300
$46,100
2020
$528 (−15.9%)
$6,800 + $39,300
$46,100
2019
$628 (−15.4%)
$6,800 + $40,700
$47,500
2018
$742 (+32.2%)
$6,800 + $40,700
$47,500
2017
$561 (−50.2%)
$6,800 + $41,300
$48,100
2016
$1,127 (+4.6%)
$6,800 + $43,300
$50,100
2015
$1,077 (−79.1%)
$7,600 + $43,500
$51,100
2013
$5,152
$7,600 + $79,700
$87,300
Tax history for 946 Whitcomb St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2024
$2,138 (+9.7%)
$12,700 + $161,100
$173,800
2023
$1,949 (−0.9%)
$12,700 + $147,200
$159,900
2022
$1,966 (+284.4%)
$6,800 + $150,500
$157,300
2021
$512 (−3.2%)
$6,800 + $39,300
$46,100
2020
$528 (−15.9%)
$6,800 + $39,300
$46,100
2019
$628 (−15.4%)
$6,800 + $40,700
$47,500
2018
$742 (+32.2%)
$6,800 + $40,700
$47,500
2017
$561 (−50.2%)
$6,800 + $41,300
$48,100
2016
$1,127 (+4.6%)
$6,800 + $43,300
$50,100
2015
$1,077 (−79.1%)
$7,600 + $43,500
$51,100
2013
$5,152
$7,600 + $79,700
$87,300
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
2
Lot width
57 ft.
Lot depth
124 ft.
Lot size
7,057 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
2020
Sq. Ft.
2,066
Year built
1963
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Lake County
APN
450807130007000004
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 9, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Parking Features: Detached
Gararge Information
Has Garage(s)
Garage Spaces: 2
Interior
Bathroom Information
Bathrooms Full: 1
Bathrooms Three Quarter: 1
Heating & Cooling
Cooling: Central Air
Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
Interior Features
Has Fireplace(s)
Fireplaces Total: 1
Appliances: None
Room Information
Rooms Total: 8
Room Type(s): Bathroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bonus Room, Dining Room, Kitchen, Living Room, Other Room, Primary Bedroom
Has Basement
Basement: Walk-Out Access
Exterior
Exterior Features
Fencing: Fenced
Other Equipment: None
Construction Materials: Brick, Vinyl Siding
Living Area
Living Area: 2,050
Living Area Source: Estimated
Upper Level Finished Sq.Ft.: 600.00
Main Level Finished Sq.Ft.: 400
Lower Level Finished Sq.Ft.: 650
Basement Level Finished Sq.Ft.: 400.00
Above Grade Finished Area: 1,000
Below Grade Finished Area: 1,050
Property Information
Year Built: 1963
Levels: Multi/Split
Lot Information
Frontage Length: 57
Lot Size Source: Assessor
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Legal Description: Legal Description: GARY HEIGHTS N.20FT. L.14 BL.26 ALL L.15 BL.26
Tax Annual Amount: $528
Tax Year: 2020
Utilities
Utilities Information
Water Source: Public
Location
Multi-Unit Information
Occupant Type(s): Vacant
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,066
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 7,057 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1963
Year Renovated: 2020
County: Lake County
APN: 450807130007000004
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 8, 2026
Other
Auction Information
Auction Minimum Opening Bid: 0.00
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Frankie W McCullough Academy
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 2.0mi
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Bailly Preparatory Academy
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 5.2mi
3/10
West Side Leadership Academy
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.2mi
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8/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 80%+ chance of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
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0.31% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
2/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 102° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
1% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$261,000 – $316,000
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