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$2,480,000   Price Analysis
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1203 Forest Ave
Evanston, IL 60202
7 bed 6 bath 6,627 SqFt ($374/SqFt)
0.3 acre lot. Built 1905
Listed 2024-02-19, Taxes $34,767
Ⓧ USDA Ineligible
due to price & location

near Evanston

Property Details

* No Longer For Sale *
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This Ernest Mayo home built in 1905 fe atures an equally stunning exterior and interior and is located on a prominent corner in the Lakeshore Historic District - two blocks from the lake and walking distance to both downtown Evanston and the Dempster/Main Streets shopping districts. Once inside the entry foyer, you will be transported to another time period but with all of today's amenities creating a cohesive design between historical and contemporary. Original architectural details include custom woodwork, oak floors, tiled fireplaces, hardware, stained glass windows and interior doors, built ins and an impressive front oak staircase - in addition to the recently updated mechanicals and newer appliances. Seventeen plus rooms, seven bedrooms (several used as home offices), 5.1 modernized bathrooms and a full basement provide ample and flexible living space for all. The stunning entrance hall with decorative fireplace and oak staircase set the tone on the first floor. Entertainment sized living and dining rooms with stained glass windows and wood burning fireplaces, tiled floor sunroom and the huge custom designed kitchen with separate breakfast room, Wolf six burner stove/oven, Thermador refrigerator, Bosch dishwasher and walk in pantry are all located on main level. The stunning family room features built ins, vaulted ceiling and additional stained glass windows. The primary suite consists of a bedroom with double closets, primary bath with soaking tub, double vanity and walk in shower and a sitting room with more closets and a fireplace. Three additional bedrooms, two bathrooms and linen room complete the second floor. The astounding space on the third floor includes three bedrooms, two bathrooms and a bright playroom is perfect for teens, nanny or gusts!

The basement is full and is used for laundry, storage, utilities, rec room, exercise room and a temperature controlled wine room. Enjoy the landscaped yard with two outdoor porches, large patio for entertaining guests and family, perennial gardens, play space and a two car garage. Walk two blocks to the lake and beach and a short walk to trains, schools and shopping. Please see the list of improvements, history of the house, floor plans and Landmark status under additional information.


Presented by Geoff Brown at
Baird & Warner Evanston.
Listing Agent Photo

Property MLS #11984595 from MRED

Bedrooms: 7
Bedrooms Possible: 7
Primary Bedroom Dimensions: 16 x 13
Bedroom 2 Dimensions: 15 x 10
Bedroom 3 Dimensions: 15 x 11
Bedroom 4 Dimensions: 15 x 13
Bedroom 5 Dimensions: 14 x 30
Bedroom 6 Dimensions: 30 x 17
Bedroom 7 Dimensions: 22 x 10
Primary Bedroom Level: Second
Bedroom 2 Level: Second
Bedroom 3 Level: Second
Bedroom 4 Level: Second
Bedroom 5 Level: Third
Bedroom 6 Level: Third
Bedroom 7 Level: Third

Total Rooms: 16
Bedroom 5, Bedroom 6, Bedroom 7, Breakfast Room, Office, Play Room, Sitting Room, Foyer, Heated Sun Room, Other Room
Play Room: 29 x 17
Play Room Level: Third
Sitting Room: 21 x 15
Sitting Room Level: Second
Heated Sun Room: 16 x 10
Heated Sun Room Level: Main
Other Room: 31 x 13
Other Room Level: Main
Laundry: 20 x 19
Laundry Level: Basement
Basement Features: Full
Entry Foyer Dimensions: 13 x 9
Family Room Dimensions: 22 x 16
Living Room Dimensions: 28 x 17
Office/Study Room Dimensions: 12 x 9
Basement Sqft: 2171
Entry Foyer Level: Main
Family Room Level: Second
Living Room Level: Main
Office/Study Room Level: Main
Basement Description: Partially Finished

Total Bathrooms: 6
Full Bathrooms: 5
1/2 Bathrooms: 1

Vaulted/Cathedral Ceilings
Hardwood Floors
Built-in Features
Bookcases
Coffered Ceiling(s)
Historic/Period Mlwk
Flooring: Hardwood, Ceramic Tile

Range
Microwave
Dishwasher
High End Refrigerator
Washer
Dryer
Disposal
Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
Range Hood
Laundry Features: Gas Dryer Hookup

Cooling Features: Space Pac, Zoned
Fireplace Features: Wood Burning, Decorative
Heating Features: Natural Gas, Steam, Radiator(s)
Number of Fireplaces: 4

Breakfast Room Dimensions: 17 x 12
Breakfast Room Level: Main
Dining Area Dimensions: 22 x 15
Dining Area Level: Main
Kitchen Dimensions: 20 x 17
Kitchen Level: Main

Deck
Patio
Storms/Screens

Lot Description: Corner Lot, Fenced Yard, Landscaped
Lot Size Acres: 0.2961433
Lot Size Dimensions: 86 X 150
Lot Size Square Feet: 12900

Driveway: Concrete
Garage Spaces: 2
Garage Description: Detached
Garage Features: Garage Door Opener(s)
Parking Total: 2

Elementary School: Lincoln Elementary School
High School: Evanston Twp High School
High School District: 202

Nichols Middle School is a public middle school located approximately 0.5 miles away.
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Dewey Elementary School is a public elementary school located approximately 1 miles away.
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Evanston Twp High School is a public high school located approximately 1.4 miles away.
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Chiaravalle Montessori School is a private elementary and middle school located approximately 0.2 miles away.
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Community Features: Park, Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved

Annual Tax Amount: 32190.36
Source Listing Status: Closed
County: Cook
Directions: One block south of Dempster and two blocks west of Sheridan Road. NE corner of Forest and Hamilton.
Tax Year: 2022
Ownership: Fee Simple
Source Property Type: Residential
Parcel Number: 11192040050000
Township: Evanston
Property Subtype: Detached Single
Source System Name: C2C

YearAssessments
Building + Land
Total
Tax
2020$112,667 + $23,220
$135,887
$34,767
2019$124,644 + $23,220
$147,864
$33,841
2018$106,777 + $19,350
$126,127
$33,614
2017$113,507 + $19,350
$132,857
$34,548
2016$133,910 + $19,350
$153,260
$38,153
2015$107,205 + $16,447
$123,652
$32,451
2014$107,205 + $16,447
$123,652
$32,157
2013$107,205 + $16,447
$123,652
$31,402
2012$133,602 + $18,382
$151,984
$35,322
2011$64,147 + $17,466
$81,613
$17,950
2010$64,147 + $17,466
$81,613
$17,908
2009$64,147 + $17,466
$81,613
$16,508
2007$64,147 + $17,461
$81,608
$14,853
2006$57,348 + $24,252
$81,600
$16,735

Sold 2024-04-30
$2,380,000
MRED
Listed 2024-02-19
$2,480,000
MRED
Listing removed 2024-02-19
$2,480,000
MRED
Listing removed 2024-01-10
$2,480,000
MRED
Listed 2023-09-15
$2,480,000
MRED
Sold 2010-05-10
$2,133,000
Public Record
Sold 1996-03-11
$816,000
Public Record

Total Square Feet Living: 6627
Year Built: 1905
Property Age: 119
Roof: Rubber, Tile
Levels or Stories: 3
Architectural Style: Tudor

Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Lake Michigan, Public

Other Equipment: TV-Cable, Sump Pump, Multiple Water Heaters

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