Sold1028d on marketHistoric · 129 yrs
1126 Michigan Ave
Evanston, IL, 60202 • 60202 • Cook County
$1,600,000
7Beds
4Baths
0.19 acLot
1897Built
Property DNA
Victorian Style
Built 1897 · 129 years of history
Outdoor Living
Patio · Screened
4 Fireplaces
Family Room · Living Room · Master Bedroom · Other
2-Car Garage
Garage Door Opener · On Site · Other · Detached · Garage
Market activity
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1028 days on market
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About this home
Single Family · Built 1897 · Historic
Splendid classic Evanston landmark 1897 Queen Anne Victorian home on one of the most desired blocks in southeast Evanston. This impressive home features 6 bedrooms, 3.1 bathrooms on three full floors of living. The large footprint allows for considerate room sizes, high ceilings, an abundance of natural light, striking woodwork, original stained glass, and ample storage. Tremendous first-floor living room with granite-encased fireplace & original built-ins, large dining room w/ fireplace, private office, open updated kitchen w/ attached family room & laundry room, powder room, and relaxing screened-in back porch. The second floor features a primary suite w/ a custom closet and updated bathroom, three additional bedrooms, sunroom/office, & full bathroom. The third floor features a guest bedroom, full bathroom, & rec room/6th bedroom. Large basement with extensive storage including a large cedar closet. Private backyard w/ 2-car detached garage. Perfect location on a tree-lined street 2 blocks from Lake Michigan, close to Dempster St retail/"El", Main St retail, Metra, & "El", schools, and Sheridan Rd for a fast commute to Chicago. Recent improvements include: Roof, Gutters, Boiler, AC, Chimneys rebuilt, hot water heaters, whole exterior house painted. Showings Saturday 3/25 for one day, then it will be live next week with showings starting 3/31.
Estimated monthly payment
Based on current rates
$10,435/month
Principal & Interest$8,302
Property Tax$1,600
Insurance$533
Down payment20% ($320,000)
3%50%
Est. 6.75% rate · 30yr fixed · $1,280,000 loan
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Key facts and listing details
TypeSingle Family Residence
Year Built1897
HeatingNatural Gas, Steam, Baseboard, Radiant, Radiator(s), Sep Heating Systems - 2+
CoolingSmall Duct High Velocity
Parking2 Garage spaces
Lot8,318 sqft
Property
Home typeSingle Family
Sub-typeSingle Family Residence
StyleVictorian
Year built1897
Stories3
Systems
HeatingNatural Gas, Steam, Baseboard, Radiant, Radiator(s), Sep Heating Systems - 2+
CoolingSmall Duct High Velocity
RoofAsphalt
Water / SewerLake Michigan / Public Sewer
Parking & Outdoor
ParkingGarage Door Opener, On Site, Other, Detached, Garage
Garage2 spaces
BasementUnfinished,Full
Fireplaces4
Lot8,318 sqft
Location & Tax
Neighborhood60202
Annual tax$26,345
Parcel1119210012
Bathrooms & Fees
Full baths3
Features & details
11 categories of property features
Interior Features
Appliances
Double Oven
Dishwasher
Refrigerator
Washer
Dryer
Disposal
Humidifier
Heating
Natural Gas
Steam
Baseboard
Radiant
Radiator(s)
Sep Heating Systems - 2+
Cooling
Small Duct High Velocity
Fireplace
Family Room
Living Room
Master Bedroom
Other
Windows
Skylight(s)
Accessibility
No Disability Access
Exterior Features
Parking
Garage Door Opener
On Site
Other
Detached
Garage
Patio & Porch
Patio
Screened
Community
Curbs
Sidewalks
Street Lights
Street Paved
Security
Security System
Other Equipment
TV-Cable
Ceiling Fan(s)
Sprinkler-Lawn
Room details
19 rooms detailed
Master Bedroom
Second19×15 ft285 sqft
Flooring (Hardwood)Bathroom (Full)
Bedroom2
Second17×14 ft238 sqft
Flooring (Hardwood)
Bedroom3
Second17×12 ft204 sqft
Flooring (Carpet)
Bedroom4
Second13×11 ft143 sqft
Flooring (Carpet)
Bedroom5
Third20×19 ft380 sqft
Flooring (Carpet)
Bedroom6
Third14×9 ft126 sqft
Flooring (Carpet)
Listing insights
Market data and value estimates
StatusSold
Days on market1028
Est. value$1,908,500
Est. rent$6,698/mo
Tax rate1.99%
On marketMar 30, 2023
PostedMar 30, 2023
Last sold$1,600,000
MLS statusClosed
MLS updatedJun 18, 2023
Tour days6
Views12
How are the schools in Evanston?
3 schools rated nearby
Location
Evanston, IL, 60202
Price history
9 events
DateEventPrice$/sqftSource
Jun 16, 2023Sold$1,600,000—MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Apr 26, 2023Pending Sale$1,550,000—MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Dec 28, 2011Sold$1,063,500—MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Aug 13, 2011Price Change$1,280,000—Prairie Shore Properties
Jul 7, 2011Price Change$1,395,000—Prairie Shore Properties
May 4, 2011Price Change$1,495,000—Prairie Shore Properties
Nov 13, 2010Price Change$1,599,000—Prairie Shore Properties
Sep 22, 2010Price Change$1,650,000—Prairie Shore Properties
May 5, 2010Listed For Sale$1,750,000—Prairie Shore Properties
Sold$1,600,000
Jun 16, 2023•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Pending Sale$1,550,000
Apr 26, 2023•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Sold$1,063,500
Dec 28, 2011•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Price Change$1,280,000
Aug 13, 2011•Prairie Shore Properties
Price Change$1,395,000
Jul 7, 2011•Prairie Shore Properties
Price Change$1,495,000
May 4, 2011•Prairie Shore Properties
Price Change$1,599,000
Nov 13, 2010•Prairie Shore Properties
Price Change$1,650,000
Sep 22, 2010•Prairie Shore Properties
Listed For Sale$1,750,000
May 5, 2010•Prairie Shore Properties
Tax history
25 years of records
YearTax paidAssessed value
Apr 10, 2023$28,974$123,000
Apr 10, 2022$27,777$123,000
Apr 10, 2021$26,346$102,607
Apr 10, 2020$26,054$102,607
Apr 10, 2019$29,739$130,355
Apr 10, 2018$23,910$90,708
Apr 10, 2017$23,302$90,708
Apr 10, 2016$22,324$90,708
Apr 10, 2015$23,595$90,620
Apr 10, 2014$23,385$90,620
Apr 10, 2013$22,831$90,620
Apr 10, 2012$24,540$106,350
Apr 10, 2011$26,224$118,298
Apr 10, 2010$26,142$118,298
Apr 10, 2009$27,733$140,045
Apr 10, 2008$26,493$145,881
Apr 10, 2007$24,978$145,881
Apr 10, 2006$24,060$116,507
Apr 10, 2005$23,660$116,507
Apr 10, 2004$21,875$116,507
Apr 10, 2003$20,522$94,944
Apr 10, 2002$19,956$94,944
Apr 10, 2001$17,403$94,944
Apr 10, 2000$17,089$74,100
Apr 10, 1999$16,711$74,100
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Evanston, IL • Cook County
Nearby neighborhoods
Central StreetChicago-DempsterDowntownHoward StreetMain-ChicagoNoyes and FosterSouthwestWest EndWest SideWest Village
Nearby cities
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Nearby zip codes
602016020260203602046020860209
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