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Welcome to 1208 Dewey Avenue or "HIDDEN HOUSE" as it has been called for its siting at the back of the lot shielded by the magnificent Magnolia tree, an array of perennial blooming shrubs, boxwoods and peonies, as well as a shady bluestone patio! This country cottage in cosmopolitan Evanston has been recently updated "from top to bottom" with new navy blue vinyl siding, refinished honey pine floors, an up-to-date, "step-saver" kitchen with Corian counters, dishwasher, stove, lighting and sustainable flooring. The 1st floor full bath boasts a glass box vented window, Marmoleum flooring and an Econo wall mounted space heater. The 2nd floor includes two bedrooms and a family room with a display window over looking the sunny patio and the landscaped yard The bedrooms are carpeted, the Primary bedroom features a "tete a tete" balcony! The basement/lower level benefits from a cordoned off space with a bathroom, new washer & dryer, glass block vented windows and storage shelves. The larger area, which might be used as another bedroom or guest suite, offers baseboard heating with its own thermostat, waterproofing and a sump pump-both with transferable warranties. The concrete parking space is conveniently located behind the house, just steps from the back door entry to the kitchen!

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 11763903 MLS ⋅ CLOSED Status

Welcome to 1208 Dewey Avenue or "HIDDEN HOUSE" as it has been called for its siting at the back of the lot shielded by the magnificent Magnolia tree, an array of perennial blooming shrubs, boxwoods and peonies, as well as a shady bluestone patio! This country cottage in cosmopolitan Evanston has been recently updated "from top to bottom" with new navy blue vinyl siding, refinished honey pine floors, an up-to-date, "step-saver" kitchen with Corian counters, dishwasher, stove, lighting and sustainable flooring. The 1st floor full bath boasts a glass box vented window, Marmoleum flooring and an Econo wall mounted space heater. The 2nd floor includes two bedrooms and a family room with a display window over looking the sunny patio and the landscaped yard The bedrooms are carpeted, the Primary bedroom features a "tete a tete" balcony! The basement/lower level benefits from a cordoned off space with a bathroom, new washer & dryer, glass block vented windows and storage shelves. The larger area, which might be used as another bedroom or guest suite, offers baseboard heating with its own thermostat, waterproofing and a sump pump-both with transferable warranties. The concrete parking space is conveniently located behind the house, just steps from the back door entry to the kitchen!

1208 Dewey Avenue, Evanston

$755,000

The definition of charm in Dewey school! A beautiful front porch welcomes you to the updated 1893 farmhouse. Inside you'll find flexible living space, tall ceilings and tons of natural light! Formal Living and Dining Rooms lead to a huge eat-in Kitchen overlooking the east-facing backyard. Skylights bring in a constant stream of sun. Two Bedrooms (one currently used as an office) are on the main level and the 2nd floor is a primary retreat featuring a large bedroom with vaulted ceilings and skylights. A private office/sitting room (or nursery) is adjacent to the bedroom. A large primary bathroom rounds out the 2nd level. The living space continues with a partially finished basement- a perfect guest retreat with bedroom and living space plus full bathroom. There's office/artist studio/workout area and plenty of storage. When you walk outside, you find a beautifully appointed firepit area, garden shed/play house, 2-car garage and so much room for gardening and/or play space! 3 blocks from Dewey Elementary School and a short walk to downtown Evanston, this is urban suburban at its best!

3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 11996226 MLS ⋅ CLOSED Status

The definition of charm in Dewey school! A beautiful front porch welcomes you to the updated 1893 farmhouse. Inside you'll find flexible living space, tall ceilings and tons of natural light! Formal Living and Dining Rooms lead to a huge eat-in Kitchen overlooking the east-facing backyard. Skylights bring in a constant stream of sun. Two Bedrooms (one currently used as an office) are on the main level and the 2nd floor is a primary retreat featuring a large bedroom with vaulted ceilings and skylights. A private office/sitting room (or nursery) is adjacent to the bedroom. A large primary bathroom rounds out the 2nd level. The living space continues with a partially finished basement- a perfect guest retreat with bedroom and living space plus full bathroom. There's office/artist studio/workout area and plenty of storage. When you walk outside, you find a beautifully appointed firepit area, garden shed/play house, 2-car garage and so much room for gardening and/or play space! 3 blocks from Dewey Elementary School and a short walk to downtown Evanston, this is urban suburban at its best!

1563 Dewey Avenue, Evanston

$1,250,000

Under contract in Private Network. Stunning 6 bedroom home updated throughout set on a gorgeous, secluded 2/3 acre lot with one bedroom coach house. Centrally located only moments to downtown Evanston, public transportation and Evanston's beautiful beaches, this home features beautiful light-filled rooms, beamed ceilings, arched moldings, custom woodwork, six fireplaces, spacious deck overlooking the stunning rear gardens, and wonderful amenities throughout. The front entry leads you to a gorgeous entry foyer with fireplace, grand staircase, and central access to the living room, dining room, family room and kitchen. The charming kitchen with original butler's pantry and separate breakfast room opens to the deck and beautiful yard. Don't miss the gorgeous sun room also opening to the deck and yard. The second floor offers plentiful space with four bedrooms, two baths, and laundry room. The spacious primary bedroom suite with fireplace includes his and hers baths and walk in closet. The lovely third floor offers 2 huge bedrooms, a full bath, and lots of storage. Charming 1 bedroom coach house needs mechanical updates but offers wonderful option for rental or guest space once completed. Very special.

6 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 11934901 MLS ⋅ CLOSED Status

Under contract in Private Network. Stunning 6 bedroom home updated throughout set on a gorgeous, secluded 2/3 acre lot with one bedroom coach house. Centrally located only moments to downtown Evanston, public transportation and Evanston's beautiful beaches, this home features beautiful light-filled rooms, beamed ceilings, arched moldings, custom woodwork, six fireplaces, spacious deck overlooking the stunning rear gardens, and wonderful amenities throughout. The front entry leads you to a gorgeous entry foyer with fireplace, grand staircase, and central access to the living room, dining room, family room and kitchen. The charming kitchen with original butler's pantry and separate breakfast room opens to the deck and beautiful yard. Don't miss the gorgeous sun room also opening to the deck and yard. The second floor offers plentiful space with four bedrooms, two baths, and laundry room. The spacious primary bedroom suite with fireplace includes his and hers baths and walk in closet. The lovely third floor offers 2 huge bedrooms, a full bath, and lots of storage. Charming 1 bedroom coach house needs mechanical updates but offers wonderful option for rental or guest space once completed. Very special.

1220 Ridge Avenue, Evanston

$1,255,000

1104 Colfax Street is a classic northeast Evanston home with a versatile floor plan conveniently located in Orrington Elementary. The living room with wood-burning fireplace & two sunny exposures opens into a well-proportioned dining room. The large kitchen has incredible cabinet space, granite counters, newer appliances, a pantry, & a peninsula. A breakfast room adjacent to the kitchen has room for a six to eight seat table & opens into the family room with a 10' vaulted ceiling & French doors facing south, allowing for incredible natural light & views of the beautiful backyard. A first-floor au pair/in-law/guest suite has a generously sized bedroom & full bathroom. Upstairs, a large landing leads to three bedrooms, the laundry room, & the primary suite, which includes a full bathroom with separate tub & shower, & a room adjoining the primary bedroom which could be used as a home office, library, or a yoga/workout room. Finished space in the basement has ample room for a pool table, ping-pong table, game room, craft room, etc. A very large storage room also houses the furnace & hot water heater. The home sits on one of the deepest residential lots in the neighborhood, and the views from the screen porch & patio of the beautifully landscaped backyard are absolutely gorgeous. Walk to Metra, the El, NU's campus & athletic facilities, Evanston Hospital, Lighthouse Beach, downtown, Noyes St. & Central St. business districts, Canal Shores, D & D Finer Foods, & Ten Mile House. 1104 Colfax Street is an incredible property, nestled in one of Evanston's most sought-after neighborhoods.

5 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 11979020 MLS ⋅ CLOSED Status

1104 Colfax Street is a classic northeast Evanston home with a versatile floor plan conveniently located in Orrington Elementary. The living room with wood-burning fireplace & two sunny exposures opens into a well-proportioned dining room. The large kitchen has incredible cabinet space, granite counters, newer appliances, a pantry, & a peninsula. A breakfast room adjacent to the kitchen has room for a six to eight seat table & opens into the family room with a 10' vaulted ceiling & French doors facing south, allowing for incredible natural light & views of the beautiful backyard. A first-floor au pair/in-law/guest suite has a generously sized bedroom & full bathroom. Upstairs, a large landing leads to three bedrooms, the laundry room, & the primary suite, which includes a full bathroom with separate tub & shower, & a room adjoining the primary bedroom which could be used as a home office, library, or a yoga/workout room. Finished space in the basement has ample room for a pool table, ping-pong table, game room, craft room, etc. A very large storage room also houses the furnace & hot water heater. The home sits on one of the deepest residential lots in the neighborhood, and the views from the screen porch & patio of the beautifully landscaped backyard are absolutely gorgeous. Walk to Metra, the El, NU's campus & athletic facilities, Evanston Hospital, Lighthouse Beach, downtown, Noyes St. & Central St. business districts, Canal Shores, D & D Finer Foods, & Ten Mile House. 1104 Colfax Street is an incredible property, nestled in one of Evanston's most sought-after neighborhoods.

1104 Colfax Street, Evanston

$1,695,000

Beautiful newer construction in desirable Northwest Evanston checks off all the boxes! This gorgeous 5 bedroom, 4.1 bath home on a beautiful tree- lined street seamlessly blends family living with modern fresh space. The expansive foyer welcomes all to this bright and spacious home and boasts a large walk-in coat closet. With 10' ceilings and oversized windows throughout, the first floor is sure to delight beginning with the Living Room which centers on a gas fireplace and serves as a formal sitting room and/or music room. The formal Dining Room has been the centerpiece of many special celebrations and sure to be the host of many more! The butler's pantry boasts loads of cabinet space and leads to the beautiful Chef's Kitchen. Centered around the massive 8 1/2 ' island, this custom Kitchen features beautiful cabinets, granite countertops, built in fridge, Thermador oven range and a new Bosch dishwasher. Overlooking the lovely backyard is the huge Breakfast Room flooded with natural light. The separate mudroom is the perfect drop zone complete with a bench and cubbies. Completing this open living space is the large Family Room anchored by the gas fireplace with a beautiful marble surround. The spacious second floor with 9' ceiling height features a gracious Primary Suite which includes a lovely sitting area, an impressive walk-in-closet and the bathroom with two vanities, a standing shower, whirlpool tub and a separate toilet room. Three additional Bedrooms, two full Bathrooms, and a full Laundry Room complete with storage space also reside on the second floor. As you continue up to the sun-filled third floor you will find still more terrific living space with 9' ceilings and an open floorplan that can be used as office, exercise/yoga room or a tree-top retreat. The basement also with 9' ceilings makes for an excellent entertainment/lounge area, playroom and/or exercise room. With the existing pool table and ping pong table already in place, this inviting & massive space is sure to be the favorite hangout spot for everyone! A large 5th bedroom and full bath serves as a lovely guest suite. And storage will never be a problem with a massive mechanical and storage room with rows of shelving available. The lush & large backyard with sprinkler system finishes off this property with a lovely paver patio, beautiful professional landscaping and 2-car garage. Ideally located, this special home is only blocks to Central Street shops, restaurants, trains and more! With 5500 sf living space, this house is such a gem and truly not to be missed!!

4 Beds ⋅ 5 Baths ⋅ 11899659 MLS ⋅ CLOSED Status

Beautiful newer construction in desirable Northwest Evanston checks off all the boxes! This gorgeous 5 bedroom, 4.1 bath home on a beautiful tree- lined street seamlessly blends family living with modern fresh space. The expansive foyer welcomes all to this bright and spacious home and boasts a large walk-in coat closet. With 10' ceilings and oversized windows throughout, the first floor is sure to delight beginning with the Living Room which centers on a gas fireplace and serves as a formal sitting room and/or music room. The formal Dining Room has been the centerpiece of many special celebrations and sure to be the host of many more! The butler's pantry boasts loads of cabinet space and leads to the beautiful Chef's Kitchen. Centered around the massive 8 1/2 ' island, this custom Kitchen features beautiful cabinets, granite countertops, built in fridge, Thermador oven range and a new Bosch dishwasher. Overlooking the lovely backyard is the huge Breakfast Room flooded with natural light. The separate mudroom is the perfect drop zone complete with a bench and cubbies. Completing this open living space is the large Family Room anchored by the gas fireplace with a beautiful marble surround. The spacious second floor with 9' ceiling height features a gracious Primary Suite which includes a lovely sitting area, an impressive walk-in-closet and the bathroom with two vanities, a standing shower, whirlpool tub and a separate toilet room. Three additional Bedrooms, two full Bathrooms, and a full Laundry Room complete with storage space also reside on the second floor. As you continue up to the sun-filled third floor you will find still more terrific living space with 9' ceilings and an open floorplan that can be used as office, exercise/yoga room or a tree-top retreat. The basement also with 9' ceilings makes for an excellent entertainment/lounge area, playroom and/or exercise room. With the existing pool table and ping pong table already in place, this inviting & massive space is sure to be the favorite hangout spot for everyone! A large 5th bedroom and full bath serves as a lovely guest suite. And storage will never be a problem with a massive mechanical and storage room with rows of shelving available. The lush & large backyard with sprinkler system finishes off this property with a lovely paver patio, beautiful professional landscaping and 2-car garage. Ideally located, this special home is only blocks to Central Street shops, restaurants, trains and more! With 5500 sf living space, this house is such a gem and truly not to be missed!!

2720 Noyes Street, Evanston

$670,000

Welcome to 933 Sherman-the perfect balance of urban/suburban with Vintage touches and modern amenities. This Victorian home has been lovingly maintained since it was updated in 2007. The original architectural features include bulls eye moldings, 10 foot high ceilings on the first floor, wood burning fireplace, bay window, vintage front staircase and wonderful front porch for summer relaxation. The first floor is bright and open with living room and large dining room. The main floor also features a den/5th bedroom with ensuite full bath and shower, perfect as an office or guest suite. The eat in kitchen features wood cabinets, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances and breakfast bar. On the second floor you will find a master suite with private bath and a nicely appointed walk-in closet. Three additional bedrooms and a remodeled hall bath round out the second floor. The back staircase leads directly to the basement. which was fully finished in 2010, and offers an office/play space, family room with built-ins and tons of closet storage, utility room, separate laundry room, and a half bath. This home also has two zoned HVAC systems, replacement vinyl thermopane windows, complete interior plumbing and electric upgrades, 200 AMP service, drain tile and sump pump with battery back up, new sewer line to the street, hardwood floors on both main and second floors, Hardie board exterior siding with insulation for energy savings and a vintage appearance, The outdoor space is defined by a brick patio and brick two car tandem driveway on the north side of the house, and a yard with perennial gardens on the south side of the house. Wonderful walk to location - the lake, Main St. shopping, schools, Metra and the Purple line, and downtown Evanston. A great home in an even better location!!

4 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 11896188 MLS ⋅ CLOSED Status

Welcome to 933 Sherman-the perfect balance of urban/suburban with Vintage touches and modern amenities. This Victorian home has been lovingly maintained since it was updated in 2007. The original architectural features include bulls eye moldings, 10 foot high ceilings on the first floor, wood burning fireplace, bay window, vintage front staircase and wonderful front porch for summer relaxation. The first floor is bright and open with living room and large dining room. The main floor also features a den/5th bedroom with ensuite full bath and shower, perfect as an office or guest suite. The eat in kitchen features wood cabinets, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances and breakfast bar. On the second floor you will find a master suite with private bath and a nicely appointed walk-in closet. Three additional bedrooms and a remodeled hall bath round out the second floor. The back staircase leads directly to the basement. which was fully finished in 2010, and offers an office/play space, family room with built-ins and tons of closet storage, utility room, separate laundry room, and a half bath. This home also has two zoned HVAC systems, replacement vinyl thermopane windows, complete interior plumbing and electric upgrades, 200 AMP service, drain tile and sump pump with battery back up, new sewer line to the street, hardwood floors on both main and second floors, Hardie board exterior siding with insulation for energy savings and a vintage appearance, The outdoor space is defined by a brick patio and brick two car tandem driveway on the north side of the house, and a yard with perennial gardens on the south side of the house. Wonderful walk to location - the lake, Main St. shopping, schools, Metra and the Purple line, and downtown Evanston. A great home in an even better location!!

933 Sherman Avenue, Evanston

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