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3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 12457070 MLS ⋅ CLOSED Status

***Multiple offers received. Highest and Best Requested by Monday 9/2 at 12pm.*** RARELY available high 1st floor sunny east facing MOVE IN READY 3bed/2bath vintage home tucked away just a few blocks from downtown Evanston! This renovated 28' extra-wide jumbo red brick three flat offers a truly elegant and spacious floor plan that feels more like a home than a condo! The space has been tastefully renovated with an artist's attention to detail and luxury rarely found at this price point! You will love the mix of modern style and classic vintage charm...so many smart upgrades have already been done for you! A beautiful covered front entry with original quarter sawn oak front door opens to a large foyer overlooking the light living room with a wood burning fireplace and lots of windows. Large separate dining room opens to a pretty sunroom with new marble tile floor for all your plants. A true cook's kitchen has granite counters, stainless steel appliances and an original built-in hutch + a custom organized pantry with side by side washer/dryer. Center hall layout with three bedrooms and two baths all on one level. Wheelchair accessible full hall bath with bright white subway tile ROLL IN shower with custom glass enclosure. Primary bedroom has two closets, a gut rehabbed en-suite bath with soaker tub, subway tile shower and Toto toilet with washlet. Second bedroom makes a great guest suite and third bedroom is the perfect den or home office with tandem flex space. Private deck and common backyard slate patio with gas grill. Central AC, a HUGE basement storage space (13x13 with built-in shelves) plus a communal recreation area featuring a pool table, refrigerator and extra freezer, and one assigned parking space in back included. Gorgeous tree-lined street surrounded by historic homes. Walk to downtown Evanston's cafes, dining, Trader Joe's, Purple line, Metra or ride your bike to the Lake and beach. Gardeners have lots of opportunities here!

1312 Oak Avenue Unit #1, Evanston

$750,000

9 Beds ⋅ 5 Baths ⋅ 12029122 MLS ⋅ CLOSED Status

This is truly a one-of-a-kind investment property in Evanston! 947 Florence Ave. has three separate homes, 947 Florence Ave, 1516 Lee St, and 1520 Lee St, on a single lot that overlooks Washington Elementary School. Owned by the same family for decades this wonderfully unique property has evolved into a perfect opportunity for an owner-occupant to live in one of three properties and rent out the other two, or, for an investor keen on the long-term value of owning and leasing four separate units in a prime residential setting. 947 Florence Ave is a two-flat with a two-bedroom 1st-floor apartment and a one-bedroom 2nd-floor apartment, an attached garage, and a private cul-de-sac. 1520 Lee St is a two-bedroom single-story home with a large unfinished basement for storage and a shared yard. 1516 Lee St is a two-story four-bedroom & 1.5 bathroom home with a full unfinished basement. This property is located adjacent to Washington Elementary School and Robert Crown Community Center, blocks from Dodge St. retail, Nichols Middle School, and ETHS. The property cannot be divided and is selling AS IS.

947 Florence Avenue, 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.

1023 Florence Avenue, Evanston

$749,000

6 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 11833754 MLS ⋅ CLOSED Status

This beautiful brick 3-flat exudes vintage charm and presents a unique income/homeowner opportunity nestled among single-family homes. Original hardwood floors grace all three units, preserving the property's classic appeal. The first floor showcases two bedrooms, a full bath, a living room with a wood-burning fireplace, and a dining room adorned with original built-ins. The second floor offers two bedrooms, an office, a light-filled living and dining room, and a delightful balcony. The third floor features a one-bedroom, one-bath unit with ample storage. Completing the property is a spacious backyard, offering a peaceful retreat. With its timeless character and income potential, this 3-flat is a rare find in a desirable neighborhood. Sold "as-is".

1823 Wesley Avenue, Evanston

$389,000

5 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 11802903 MLS ⋅ CLOSED Status

MULTIPLE OFFERS RECEIVED SELLER WILL MAKE A DECISION THIS AFTERNOON - ALL OFFERS DUE BY 5 PM. Located in Evanston's West Village Arts District. 3 blocks to fantastic Washington Elementary and the brand new Robert Crown Center featuring tennis courts, several sports fields, a library branch, and 2 ice sheets for skating and hockey. Do not miss this opportunity to own a 2 flat with 1st floor duplex-down in this highly sought-after neighborhood. DOUBLE LOT with great side and rear yards. There is NO alley access. With a zoning change you could put 2 homes on this 50' wide lot. Look at the 2 homes to the west for an idea of what can be done. Or convert to a single family and add a garage with access from Greenleaf. Use your imagination and the City of Evanston Zoning Code at CityofEvanston dot org to explore the possibilities!

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