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$1,450,000
5 Beds 5 Baths 12515051 MLS CLOSED Status
Beautifully updated 1896 Myron Hunt-designed double house, perfectly situated in one of Evanston's most desirable locations. Offering approximately 3,500 sq ft above grade plus an additional 1,000 sq ft walkout finished basement, this historic home blends architectural charm with modern comfort. Set on an expansive 70x165 lot, the property features stunning landscaped gardens, a patio with pergola, brick paver driveway, raised garden beds, new perimeter fence, and a detached 2-car garage-a perfect outdoor retreat for entertaining or relaxing. A gracious front porch leads to a welcoming foyer and a classic floor plan filled with natural light. The living room showcases large windows, custom sisal carpet, built-in bookcases, and a gas fireplace (new liner and firebox). The inviting family room addition offers a second fireplace, built-in bookcases and desk, and radiant heated floors, creating a warm, open-concept space for everyday living. The fully renovated kitchen is a chef's dream, featuring radiant heated floors, quartzite counters and backsplash, exquisite tilework, custom cabinets, and a Bertazzoni induction range. Upstairs, the second floor includes three bedrooms, two baths (both with radiant heated floors), and a convenient laundry closet. The primary suite offers custom closets and recessed lighting, plus a stylishly renovated primary bathroom. The third floor adds exceptional versatility with two additional bedrooms-each with semi-custom built-ins, mini-split systems, and an updated full bath featuring a newer shower, vanity, and door. The finished basement includes a family room, office/den/gym, full bath, second laundry room, and a large storage closet. Additional highlights include new Marvin windows on the first and second floors (except one middle bedroom and the hall bath), and new windows on the third floor. Enjoy a prime location-just four blocks from downtown Evanston-with easy access to Metra, Purple Line, restaurants, cafes, boutiques, gyms, and the vibrant cultural scene of the North Shore. For outdoor enthusiasts, the lakefront and running/bike path are just minutes away. Top-rated Evanston schools-from elementary through high school-are all within a few blocks. A perfect blend of history, elegance, and modern living. See the feature sheet for a complete list of updates.

1570 Ashland Avenue, Evanston

$650,000
4 Beds 3 Baths 12470030 MLS CLOSED Status
Welcome to this warm and inviting 4 Bedroom / 3 Bath home just outside of downtown Evanston, offering the best of both convenience and comfort. Stroll into downtown in under 15 minutes, shop the farmer's market in 12 mins, or catch the train in 13 minutes. You'll also love being right down the street from the brand-new, state-of-the-art Foster School, set to open in 2026. The heart of the home is the bright and sunny gourmet kitchen, featuring white cabinets, quartz countertops, a farmhouse sink, stainless steel appliances, an island, and plenty of room for a family table. The first floor also offers refinished wood floors, a cozy fireplace, and a main floor en-suite with a renovated full bath. Upstairs, you'll find three more bedrooms, a new family bath, and a spacious laundry room that makes everyday living easier. The finished basement is a huge, flexible recreational space, with high ceilings, natural light, a wet bar, full bath, and direct walkout access-perfect for a mudroom setup, kids' playroom, or movie nights. But the real gem is outside: an extremely large private fenced yard, complete with patio and oversized garage. Whether it's summer barbecues, soccer practice, or simply letting the kids and pets run free, this yard has room for it all. With schools, parks, shops, and transportation just a short walk away, this home is a rare find for families looking for space, convenience, and community.

2118 Jackson Avenue, Evanston

$1,940,000
6 Beds 5 Baths 12324834 MLS CLOSED Status
This landmark beauty sits on a lovely property in Evanston's Historic District and has been carefully updated with modern amenities to enjoy today's lifestyle. Original enhancements were done in 1900, by Ernest Mayo. The next few owners have continued to improve an already fabulous home. The front porch and swing welcome you to 1138 Judson. Enter through the vestibule into the foyer, featuring a 3 story staircase and soaring ceilings. From this main artery you can proceed to the living, dining, or family room and on to the kitchen. Both entertaining and stylish everyday living is made better with an opened wall to make the family and dining room airy and useful while still maintaining the integrity of turn of the century style. Additional overhead lighting brings life & light to these stately rooms. The vast formal living room is enhanced by a circular sun-room. The functioning pocket doors, leaded glass windows, fireplaces and wood floors with much original millwork, are throughout this delightful home. The updated and timeless Kitchen won a preservation award and the butler pantry was enhanced to match the kitchen in 2017. Not only adding more storage but adding an attractive bar or buffet. The bright chef's kitchen features a Sub-Zero refrigerator, 6 burner Wolf stove with two ovens and a commercial hood. Dual Fisher Paykel dishwashers and two stacked GE Monogram chiller drawers just add to the high end level of the kitchen. The large island is central to the kitchen but there is also spacious table room with plenty of seating for family and friends. This is the heart of the home. Front and back stairs usher you up to the two stories of bedrooms. The primary bedroom is adorned with a fireplace and new luxurious bath. Enjoy the Quartz double bowl sink, steam shower with multiple heads and radiant heated floor, finished in 2019. There are 3 other bedrooms on this second floor. One enjoys the privacy of its own bathroom while the other two share a hall bath. A common space includes a library/sitting/play area. The laundry is also located on the second floor. Access the third floor from both front and back stairs presenting two more bedrooms, sitting room and bathroom as well as a huge walk in closet. The views from up there are quite impressive and the touch of leaded glass charming. From here, descend all the way down past the kitchen on the back stairs to the partially updated walkout basement. There is a 2nd laundry room, sans the washer and dryer. Cubbies and much storage as well as a second refrigerator. The mechanical workings of the home are located in the older basement. The foundation, history and strength of this home offers so much. The basement adds potential for additional living space; your imagination will bring this space to life with room for work out, games ,or a wine cellar Enjoy the view from the many windows in the kitchen of the lush backyard. The porch flows to the deck and bluestone patio with professional landscaping and mature greenery all around. A much sought after 3 car detached garage just finishes the package and yet there's more. Three blocks to the Lake and convenient to both Dempster and Main street trains, shopping and restaurants. Location, Location, Location!

1138 Judson Avenue, Evanston

$853,000
4 Beds 3 Baths 12208239 MLS CLOSED Status
Enjoy a prime Evanston McCulloch Park location! This special home offers 3 or 4 bedrooms, 2.1 baths, plus a versatile 1-bedroom, 1-bath coach house above a two-car garage. It's an opportunity to update the home exactly the way you envision. On the market for the first time in 40 years, this property provides an excellent opportunity to remodel the kitchen, bathrooms, floors, and decor to your taste. Existing updates include a first-floor office/sunroom, windows, roof, whole-house generator, electric blinds in bedroom and kitchen, and sump pump. There is hot water heat, and Space Pak air conditioning. Inside, you'll find a formal living room with a fireplace, a first-floor office, den or sunroom, a large dining room, and an eat-in kitchen. The first-floor ADA-accessible bedroom with a private bath could also be converted into a large family room with access to rear deck. The full walkout basement offers great potential for additional living space or storage. In addition to the two-car garage, there are two exterior parking spaces. The coach house offers fantastic potential as a home office, guest suite, or rental to help cover taxes or mortgage expenses. This home is ideal for those scaling up or down and is conveniently located in the Central Street area, east of Green Bay Road, with close proximity to transportation, shopping, restaurants, parks, schools, Canal Shore Golf Course, and Northwestern sports.

1723 Chancellor Street, Evanston

$1,000,000
4 Beds 3 Baths 12150898 MLS CLOSED Status
A Must-See! Step into this exquisitely remodeled four-bedroom home, perfectly situated on an oversized lot within the highly sought-after Willard School District. This modern and spacious residence is nestled on a serene, tree-lined street, offering a peaceful retreat for you and your family. Current owners completely remodeled the exterior; adding a crisp, blue, hardie board fiber cement siding around the home. As you enter, you will be greeted by a sun-drenched living room that invites you to kick off your shoes and unwind. The cozy fireplace adds a touch of warmth, making it the ideal spot for those chilly winter evenings. For the culinary enthusiast, the stunning modern kitchen is a dream come true, featuring elegant quartz countertops, a sleek tile backsplash, and designer Cafe' appliances. The spacious island provides ample seating, making it perfect for casual dining or entertaining guests. Enjoy meals in the charming separate dining room or take advantage of the expansive composite deck in the lovely backyard, perfect for al fresco dining and gatherings. The primary bedroom is a true sanctuary, boasting soaring vaulted ceilings, a generous walk-in closet, and a luxurious en-suite bathroom complete with a separate soaking tub for ultimate relaxation. The second floor offers three additional spacious bedrooms and another meticulously updated full bathroom, ensuring comfort for family and guests alike. The finished basement is a versatile space featuring a cozy carpeted family room, a laundry area, and a playroom or fitness zone, along with convenient walkout access to the backyard. The fenced outdoor space is an entertainer's paradise, providing ample green space for children or pets to play. Conveniently located near shopping, coffee shops, parks, and transportation, this home truly embodies the perfect blend of comfort, style, and convenience. Welcome home to your dream oasis!

2433 Cowper Avenue, Evanston

$720,000
4 Beds 2 Baths 12088173 MLS CLOSED Status
Charming 4-bedroom 2-bathroom Chicago style brick bungalow in the Orrington/Haven/ETHS Evanston schools district. Step into this beautifully crafted home with skylights, surround sound, hardwood floors, unique built-ins and custom millwork throughout. Generously sized family room/living room exudes warmth with a beautiful fireplace, wood trim, and floor to ceiling curtains. A designated dining room leads to the kitchen in back with custom cabinetry and granite counters. An enclosed sunroom off the kitchen provides additional living space. Exit the sunroom into an enclosed oasis with beautifully landscaped places to relax and entertain. Enjoy the ease of a first floor primary bedroom accompanied by a full bathroom. Upstairs you'll find three additional bedrooms and a full bathroom, offering ample space for a variety of living arrangements. This home is 3-zoned with toasty ceramic heated floors for the bonus room and thoughtfully warm to touch heat for the kitchen floors to preserve the flooring it was made for. The rest of the house is on a nest thermostat. The full unfinished walkout basement is currently a workshop and provides the potential to create additional living space to suit your needs. The 1 car garage in the back is as/is and not accessible from the street. No alley behind. It can be used as a large shed or converted to something else. There is a driveway in front to park a car along with easy street parking. Don't miss this opportunity to make this your home and neighborhood. Move in ready!

2144 Asbury Avenue, Evanston

$645,000
3 Beds 3 Baths 12006625 MLS CLOSED Status
Discover the perfect blend of classic charm and modern luxury in this 3-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom South Central Evanston Colonial home. With a host of modern upgrades, situated just a stone's throw from Leah Lomar Park and a five minute drive to Chute Elementary, this home is ideally situated for both comfort and convenience. The main level offers a bright and open circular floor plan featuring an updated kitchen with farmhouse sink, stainless steel appliances and heated floor. Wood burning fireplace in the huge living room is perfect for those colder nights or enjoy the sun room off the kitchen on warmer days. Three spacious bedrooms and one full bathroom complete the upper level. The finished walkout basement (completed in 2020) offers a large recreation room, full bathroom, an additional room that can be used as an office or storage as well as a large laundry room. This property also features a huge and cozy fenced in backyard with patio, front and back yard sprinkler system and a two car heated garage with sub panel with two 220V outlets. Upgrades/features include new roof 2022, space pack air conditioning 2017, Navien tankless water heater 2017, new fence 2021, NEST thermostat, ABT stainless steel kitchen appliances 2017, washer 2022, dryer 2020 and new R60 attic insulation in 2020. Convenient access to shopping, dining, and public transportation. Don't miss your opportunity to make this Colonial beauty your forever home. Contact us today to schedule a viewing and experience the charm of Evanston living at its finest!

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