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$1,075,000
10 Beds 5 Baths 12713885 MLS CONTINGENT Status
An exceptional opportunity to acquire a trophy three-flat in one of Evanston's most desirable locations, offering the rare combination of strong income potential, owner-occupant flexibility, and extraordinary parking. Set on a beautifully maintained lot with an expansive backyard, this impressive multi-family property features two oversized residences and a ground level garden unit. Units 2 and 3 offer an increasingly hard-to-find layout with four spacious bedrooms and two full baths, providing exceptional appeal for tenants seeking the comfort and scale of a single-family home with the convenience of apartment living. Generous room sizes, abundant natural light, and thoughtfully designed floor plans create an inviting living experience throughout. A true standout feature attached and detached garages suitable for 6 cars, a remarkable amenity seldom found in Evanston and a significant value-add for both owners and tenants alike. Whether you're an investor seeking stable cash flow and long-term appreciation, a live-in owner looking to offset expenses with rental income, or a multi-generational buyer searching for flexibility, this property delivers. Positioned just moments from Evanston's vibrant dining, shopping, parks, public transportation, and lakefront amenities, 1016 Austin offers the ideal blend of location, scale, and investment fundamentals. Opportunities to acquire a building of this caliber, with this unit mix, oversized garage capacity, and exceptional outdoor space, are few and far between.

1016 Austin Street, Evanston

$1,145,000
7 Beds 5 Baths 12498802 MLS CLOSED Status
Distinguished 1926 two-flat + ADU possibility on garden level, located in one of Evanston's historic neighborhoods. Set on an extra-wide lot, this architecturally striking property blends timeless character with exceptional space and curb appeal. The stately brick building sits gracefully on the west side of the lot, while the east side showcases beautifully landscaped grounds anchored by a magnificent 200-year-old tree-creating a serene, park-like setting that feels truly special. Inside, the lobby reflects the superior craftsmanship of a bygone era, with three-brick-thick walls, original millwork, and elegant tile detailing. The first and second floor units are generously scaled and rich in classic details. Each features a dramatic vaulted hallway, original woodwork, and an expansive living room centered around a wood-burning fireplace. The formal dining room ideal for entertaining adjoins the kitchen with a butler's pantry and bistro dining area. Three spacious bedrooms, two full baths complete the first and second floor units. The garden level has a studio apartment, perfect for an ADU (FAQs in Documents), accessed through a private entrance from the front lobby, offers flexible space with a comfortable living room/bedroom, efficient kitchen, and full bath-ideal for guests, extended family or possible rental. The lower level also includes a large recreation room, bonus room and two storage areas which could be used to expand the garden level unit. Rounding out the garden level is a boiler room and a shared laundry room with two washers and two dryers. Outside, two three-car garages plus a long driveway provide a total of six garage spaces (which can be accessed from alley), an exceptional amenity. Zoned R-3

1104 Austin Street, Evanston

$870,000
9 Beds 3 Baths 12407378 MLS CLOSED Status
Rare opportunity to invest in this restored & renovated, stately Evanston 3-Flat! Start fresh with new tenants at the estimated rental rates of $2,250 per unit or more. ------ Originally built in 1928, with fine exterior and interior details and flourishes, the owner just completed a multi-year renovation to create beautiful open kitchens, renovated bathrooms, hardwood flooring throughout, restored ceilings & walls, all new plumbing & lighting fixtures, including ceiling fans and more. ------ All three kitchens feature quartz counters, brand new stainless-steel appliances including built-in microwaves & dishwashers. The restoration includes mostly new windows, a new roof, new rear concrete walk-way, and a gravel driveway for parking. Each unit has 3 bedrooms, a large living room, and a full-size, separate dining room, that opens up to the kitchen, plus an unheated, fully enclosed bonus room for storage, relaxation, or full-time seasonal use. ------ The renovation includes new electric service to the building and all new wiring to each unit. Also, plumbing lines to each unit were replaced. The ground level garage space(2) are now used for storage on one side and laundry on the other side. A new owner can obtain coin/pay operated laundry machines or regular laundry machines to be installed at the supply, drain, gas, and electric line connections. ------ Since the building has been vacant for 2+ years, we do not have reliable estimates for utilities and maintenance, however, minimal lawn care is needed and the tenants pay their own cooking gas and electric. The single basement, boiler serves radiator heat to each unit. ------ You or your tenants will enjoy a convenient lifestyle with easy access to the Crown Recreation Center and Library, Washington Elementary School, 4 Suns Juice Bar, Walgreens, Food4Less, Valli Grocery & more.

1631 Monroe Street, Evanston

$655,000
7 Beds 4 Baths 11976362 MLS CLOSED Status
Take control of your future with this blast from the past! Have you heard the adage "They don't make them like they used to?" Well, there's a whole lotta truth to that with this property. Nestled between Main and Dempster, this legal 3 Flat is less than one block from Washington Elementary and sits on a 50 x 170 lot! What's inside? Unit 1 is a 3 BR / 1 BTH Unit with a Family Room. Unit 2 homes 3 BRs & 1 BTH and now available for rent, for Mar 1. Unit 3 has 5 Rooms, 1 BR & 1 BTH. The massive Basement is partially finished and has several nooks and crannies, with multiple rooms and a full bath, and ready for your creative ideas! What's outside? TWO 2-car Garages. (One is currently in use and fetches $150 for each spot.) A utility shed that makes for wonderful shelter for a home gym, your DIY projects and outdoor interests. Whether you're looking into homesteading in the City or have hobbies that get your hands dirty, this yard is topped off by a garden and storage shed and makes for the perfect space and set up for a year-round sanctuary. What's nearby? Robert Crown Community Center, Shopping, Dining, Public Transportation, Parks, River trails, the Public Library, beach and lakefront (less than 1.5 mi away), easy access into Chicago or to the rest of the North Shore, and so much more. Recent Improvements: The roofs on both buildings and one of the garages were replaced in 2021. Garage was painted. All ceilings were opened and ceiling joists were replaced. Old ceiling tiles and plaster were removed and replaced with new drywall (after new electric and lighting were installed). Two BTHs had plumbing and finishes updated. Plumbing was also updated in the KTs. Flooring in the entrance and corridors were also updated (along with ceiling tiles being replaced with drywall). KTs have some new appliances. Old wallpaper was removed and all Units got a fresh coat of paint within the last year. Carpeting was also removed and replaced with engineered hardwood flooring. Mechanicals: 1 Crown Boiler (Heat is included in the Rents). Hot Water Tanks: 2006, 2007, and 2008. Rents INCLUDE Heat & Water/Sewer/Scavenger (Tenants pay for Cooking Gas, Hot Water, Electric, and Cable/Internet.) FREE Laundry in Basement. Estimated Expenses provided by Landlord (MONTHLY AVERAGES): Water/Scavenger = $150; Common Area Electric = up to $50; Gas (Heat) = $200 Monthly Average (Very Low in Summer; Winter months can be up to $400). Don't have a 15 - 25% Down Payment? Take advantage of the newer program available allowing as low as 5% down for Owner-occupied Multi-Units. So...live in one and rent the other...or consider Multi-Generational living. (And with Unit 2 becoming available March 1st, the stars may just be aligning for you!) Not your cup of tea? This is also a great option for a turn-key Investor. If you can appreciate both the vintage charm you'll find in one of Evanston's classic homes and the investment opportunity this property can bring, then this one's for you. Call now to view this awesome opportunity that awaits.

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