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$399,988

42886 Washington Ave

Winthrop Harbor, IL
Active
4
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
0.92
Lot Size (acres)
1978
Year Built
78
Days On Market

First time offered for sale. This lovingly cared for sprawling split level has been tastefully updated and ready for new owners. Newer kitchen, windows and more. Freshly painted and really ready to move right in! Back yard has big mature trees with room for toys. Sub basement ready for a project area and easily access from the stairs in oversized garage. No HOA. Solid home with room for the largest gatherings!

Listing Information

Listing Updated
08/22/2026
Listed By
Marc Frisco · REMAX Elite, 2629253000
MLS#
12734067
Source
Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
Status
Active

Facts & Features

Location

Community Information

Address
42886 N Washington Ave, Winthrop Harbor, IL 60096
City
Winthrop Harbor
County
Lake
Zip Code
60096

Architecture

Bedrooms
4
Bathrooms
2
Year Built
1978
Construction Materials
Vinyl Siding, Brick
Foundation
Concrete Perimeter
Roof
Asphalt
Garage
Yes
Garage Spaces
2
Parking Features
Attached, Garage Door Opener, Asphalt, Garage

Features & Amenities

Appliances
Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Range
Cooling
Central Air
Heating
Natural Gas

Property Features

Lot Size
0.92 Acres
Lot Features
Wooded
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer

Square Footage

Total
1,480 sq. ft.

Tax & Financial Information

List Price
$399,988
Annual Taxes
$8,584

Schools

100/100
Zion Central Middle School
Middle · Grades 06–08 · 2.6 mi
City
Zion
Students
527
Parent reviews
1.0★ avg · 4 reviews
Student body
48% Hispanic / Latino · 38% Black · 7% Two or More Races
Free/reduced lunch
84%
Phone
(847) 379-0227
99/100
Elmwood Elementary School
Elementary · Grades 03–05 · 3.1 mi
City
Zion
Students
364
Student body
49% Hispanic / Latino · 41% Black · 5% Two or More Races
Free/reduced lunch
90%
Phone
(847) 379-0319
95/100
West Elementary School
Elementary · Grades 03–05 · 2.3 mi
City
Zion
Students
543
Student body
52% Hispanic / Latino · 39% Black · 6% Two or More Races
Free/reduced lunch
91%
Phone
(847) 379-0817
78/100
Westfield School
Elementary · Grades PK–04 · 0.8 mi
City
Winthrop Harbor
Students
352
Parent reviews
5.0★ avg · 4 reviews
Student body
44% White · 35% Hispanic / Latino · 10% Two or More Races
Free/reduced lunch
58%
Phone
(847) 872-5438
78/100
Kenneth Murphy School
Elementary · Grades KG–05 · 3.9 mi
City
Beach Park
Students
401
Parent reviews
5.0★ avg · 2 reviews
Student body
43% Hispanic / Latino · 27% Black · 21% White
Free/reduced lunch
42%
Phone
(847) 599-5060
53/100
North Prairie Junior High
Middle · Grades 05–08 · 0.3 mi
City
Winthrop Harbor
Students
247
Student body
48% White · 34% Hispanic / Latino · 9% Two or More Races
Free/reduced lunch
49%
Phone
(847) 731-3089
53/100
Beulah Park Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–02 · 1.7 mi
City
Zion
Students
264
Student body
42% Hispanic / Latino · 40% Black · 11% Two or More Races
Free/reduced lunch
74%
Phone
(847) 379-0005
53/100
Lakeview School
Grades PK–PK · 2.1 mi
City
Zion
Students
233
Student body
41% Hispanic / Latino · 41% Black · 9% White
Free/reduced lunch
76%
Phone
(847) 379-0477

School ratings are provided for informational purposes only and are subject to change. Attendance boundaries are for reference only — contact the school or district directly to verify enrollment eligibility.

Historical Data

Price History

DateEventPrice
08/16/2026Listed for sale$399,988

Listed by Marc Frisco · REMAX Elite · 2629253000

Listing information provided exclusively for consumers' personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed by the MLS. Copyright 2026, Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED). All rights reserved.

Last Updated: August 22, 2026 at 5:08 AM | Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED) | MLS#: 12734067

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