Sold301d on marketHistoric · 100 yrs
2605 Thayer St
Evanston, IL, 60201 • 60201 • Cook County
$725,000
$663/sqft
2Beds
2Baths
1,094Sqft
0.13 acLot
1926Built
Property DNA
Bungalow Style
Built 1926 · 100 years of history
Outdoor Living
Patio
2-Car Garage
Garage Door Opener · On Site · Garage Owned · Detached · Garage
Hardwood Floors
Quality flooring throughout
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301 days on market
Established listing
$663/sqft
Price per square foot
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About this home
Single Family · Built 1926 · Historic
Situated on a block with one of the longest-running block parties in Evanston sits 2605 Thayer - a charming, classic and refreshed Chicago bungalow. Fantastic blend of vintage architectural appeal combined with updates to enjoy today. Modern first-floor master suite, plus second bedroom and full bathroom, two work-from-home office spaces. Beautiful windows, hardwood floors, fresh decor and decorative fireplace plus built-in bookshelves in the living room that opens to the dining room. Updated kitchen boasts full height solid wood cabinets, granite counters and stainless appliances, with adjacent TV room/reading room/office. The second floor offers endless opportunities with abundant storage and extra sitting room/home office/future third bedroom. Partially finished basement offers a playroom, office, storage & laundry, mechanical room and new mudroom area. Fully fenced backyard with patio and two-car garage plus parking space. Updated garage, electrical panel and wiring, modern master suite, and central air. In a highly walkable pocket of Evanston surrounded by grocery stores, parks & playgrounds, restaurants & shops, award-winning bakeries, cafes and more. A 10-minute (or less) walk to Central Street Metra, Wilmette Library, and the Green Bay Bike Trail. HIGHEST AND BEST OFFERS DUE BY THURSDAY, MAY 15TH AT 9:00 AM- NO ESCALATION CLAUSES.
Standout features identified
Our analysis highlights decorative fireplace, partially finished basement, and fully fenced backyard as key attractions of this home.
Estimated monthly payment
Based on current rates
$4,474/month
Principal & Interest$3,507
Property Tax$725
Insurance$242
Down payment20% ($145,000)
3%50%
Est. 6.08% rate · 30yr fixed · $580,000 loan
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Key facts and listing details
TypeSingle Family Residence
Year Built1926
HeatingNatural Gas
CoolingCentral Air
Parking2 Garage spaces
Lot5,623 sqft
Property
Home typeSingle Family
Sub-typeSingle Family Residence
StyleBungalow
Year built1926
Stories1
Systems
HeatingNatural Gas
CoolingCentral Air
RoofAsphalt
ConstructionBrick
Water / SewerLake Michigan / Public Sewer
Parking & Outdoor
ParkingGarage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
Garage2 spaces
BasementPartially Finished,Full
Lot5,623 sqft
Location & Tax
Neighborhood60201
Annual tax$12,123
Parcel0534310024
Bathrooms & Fees
Full baths2
Features & details
10 categories of property features
Interior Features
Interior
1st Floor Bedroom
1st Floor Full Bath
Built-in Features
Appliances
Range
Microwave
Dishwasher
Refrigerator
Washer
Dryer
Disposal
Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
Range Hood
Flooring
Hardwood
Heating
Natural Gas
Cooling
Central Air
Laundry
Gas Dryer Hookup
In Unit
Accessibility
No Disability Access
Exterior Features
Parking
Garage Door Opener
On Site
Garage Owned
Detached
Garage
Construction
Brick
Patio & Porch
Patio
Room details
19 rooms detailed
Master Bedroom
Main21×9 ft189 sqft
Flooring (Hardwood)Bathroom (Full)
Bedroom2
Main12×9 ft108 sqft
Flooring (Hardwood)
Bedroom3
Bedroom4
Other
Other
Listing insights
Market data and value estimates
StatusSold
Days on market301
Est. value$826,700
Est. rent$2,618/mo
Tax rate1.99%
Price/sqft$663
On marketMay 12, 2025
PostedMay 12, 2025
Last sold$725,000
MLS statusClosed
MLS updatedJun 13, 2025
Tour days6
Views13
Favorites2
How are the schools in Evanston?
3 schools rated nearby
Location
Evanston, IL, 60201
Price history
10 events
DateEventPrice$/sqftSource
Jun 12, 2025Sold$725,000$663MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Jun 9, 2025Pending Sale$650,000$594MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
May 15, 2025Contingent$650,000$594MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
May 12, 2025Listed For Sale$650,000$594MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Dec 15, 2017Sold$500,000$457MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Nov 3, 2017Pending Sale$510,000$466@properties
Oct 28, 2017Listed For Sale$510,000$466@properties
Jun 5, 2012Sold$395,000$361Public Record
Apr 18, 2012Listed For Sale$395,000$361@properties
Jun 16, 2005Sold$297,000$271Public Record
Sold$725,000
Jun 12, 2025•$663/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Pending Sale$650,000
Jun 9, 2025•$594/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Contingent$650,000
May 15, 2025•$594/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Listed For Sale$650,000
May 12, 2025•$594/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Sold$500,000
Dec 15, 2017•$457/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Pending Sale$510,000
Nov 3, 2017•$466/sqft•@properties
Listed For Sale$510,000
Oct 28, 2017•$466/sqft•@properties
Sold$395,000
Jun 5, 2012•$361/sqft•Public Record
Listed For Sale$395,000
Apr 18, 2012•$361/sqft•@properties
Sold$297,000
Jun 16, 2005•$271/sqft•Public Record
Tax history
25 years of records
YearTax paidAssessed value
Apr 10, 2023$12,123$50,077
Apr 10, 2022$11,632$50,077
Apr 10, 2021$10,502$39,575
Apr 10, 2020$10,362$39,575
Apr 10, 2019$10,112$43,157
Apr 10, 2018$9,546$34,842
Apr 10, 2017$8,396$34,842
Apr 10, 2016$8,186$34,842
Apr 10, 2015$7,337$29,988
Apr 10, 2014$8,297$33,809
Apr 10, 2013$8,773$33,809
Apr 10, 2012$7,895$35,908
Apr 10, 2011$7,643$35,908
Apr 10, 2010$7,651$35,908
Apr 10, 2009$7,011$35,686
Apr 10, 2008$7,268$40,905
Apr 10, 2007$6,851$40,905
Apr 10, 2006$6,986$35,137
Apr 10, 2005$6,872$35,137
Apr 10, 2004$5,508$35,137
Apr 10, 2003$2,440$28,627
Apr 10, 2002$2,364$28,627
Apr 10, 2001$2,957$28,627
Apr 10, 2000$2,868$20,253
Apr 10, 1999$2,945$20,253
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Neighborhood details
Local context around this listing
Evanston, IL • Cook County
Nearby neighborhoods
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Nearby cities
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Nearby zip codes
602016020260203602046020860209
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