This Prairie School Tudor Revival gem was designed by the nationally recognized Evanston architect Thomas Tallmadge for an Iowa farm equipment magnate moving to the big city. Now restored to its original elegance, this home has had only three owners over its longer than century existence. 1000 Forest Ave. is an iconic Evanston Landmark home that is a remarkable example of Prairie School architecture that was adapted to a suburban setting. Situated in southeast Evanston, three short blocks from the Lake Michigan shoreline at Lee Street beach, it stands out amongst its neighboring properties. 1000 Forest Avenue was designed with a focus on optimizing its southern exposure through its exquisitely maintained leaded glass windows and substantial rooms and hallways that saturate the home with natural light. Expansive entryway featuring a southern wall of original leaded glass windows and Phillippine Mahogany ceiling beams and panels adorned with ornate sconces. Phillippine Mahogany paneled library with a wood-burning fireplace and mahogany pocket doors. The immense living room with multiple seating areas, a fireplace encompassed by Giannini & Hilgart glass tiles, leads to the screened-in eastern-facing private porch. Large formal dining room with mahogany crown molding, leaded glass windows, and Giannini & Hilgart mosaic tiled fireplace. The eat-in kitchen with a breakfast nook, powder room, and mudroom round off the first floor. The second-floor features 3 bedrooms, a hall bathroom, a large linen closet, and a prodigious four-room primary suite with an attached sitting room, vanity room, primary bathroom, and two walk-in closets. The third-floor features 3 additional bedrooms, a Jack & Jill bathroom, and the original billiard room with southern-facing leaded glass windows that merge to form a pediment design. The full clean and dry basement with ample storage and laundry completes the home. As an added bonus, there is a one-bedroom coach house located above the two-car garage that is perfect for guests or to generate rental income. 1000 Forest Ave. is located in a prime Evanston location, blocks to Lake Michigan, Main St. retail, "El" and Metra stations, and directly across the street from the Lincoln Elementary School field.
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$1,470,000
1000 Forest Ave, Evanston, IL 60202
7beds
5,854sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1908
10,044 Square Feet Lot
$2,238,200 Zestimate®
$251/sqft
$4,417 Estimated rent
Home value
$2,238,200
$1.90M - $2.64M
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Listing courtesy of:
Geoff Brown, SRES 847-491-1855,
Baird & Warner,
Sandra Brown, SRES 847-744-7780,
Baird & Warner
Bought with:
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Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12025908
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 7
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Bathroom (Full)
- Level: Second
- Area: 414 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 23X18
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 289 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X17
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 352 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 22X16
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 140 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X10
Bedroom 5
- Level: Third
- Area: 140 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X10
Bedroom 6
- Level: Third
- Area: 168 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X12
Other
- Level: Third
- Area: 368 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X23
Breakfast room
- Level: Main
- Area: 91 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X7
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 378 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 21X18
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 182 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X14
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Breakfast Room)
- Level: Main
- Area: 322 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 23X14
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 551 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19X29
Play room
- Level: Third
- Area: 528 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 24X22
Screened porch
- Level: Main
- Area: 230 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X23
Sitting room
- Level: Second
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X10
Heating
- Natural Gas, Steam, Radiator(s)
Cooling
- Small Duct High Velocity
Appliances
- Included: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Windows: Screens
- Basement: Unfinished,Full
- Number of fireplaces: 3
- Fireplace features: Family Room, Living Room, Dining Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 5,854 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Screened
Lot
- Size: 10,044 sqft
- Features: Corner Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 11192160170000
- Special conditions: List Broker Must Accompany
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Tudor
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1908
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan, Public
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Park, Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
Location
- Region: Evanston
HOA & financial
HOA
- Services included: None
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/25/2024 | Sold | $1,470,000$251/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12025908 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | -- | $149,311 +0% |
| 2023 | $34,702 +4.4% | $149,310 |
| 2022 | $33,253 -2.9% | $149,310 +10.6% |
| 2021 | $34,231 +1% | $134,983 |
| 2020 | $33,881 -0.9% | $134,983 -11.3% |
| 2019 | $34,199 +23.2% | $152,135 +41.5% |
| 2018 | $27,758 +2.6% | $107,500 |
| 2017 | $27,062 +3.6% | $107,500 |
| 2016 | $26,122 -5.4% | $107,500 |
| 2015 | $27,618 -14.2% | $107,500 -14.4% |
| 2014 | $32,189 +2.4% | $125,605 |
| 2013 | $31,422 +10.5% | $125,605 +0.8% |
| 2012 | $28,440 -0.4% | $124,639 -14.2% |
| 2009 | $28,569 +4.7% | $145,274 -4% |
| 2008 | $27,285 +5% | $151,328 |
| 2007 | $25,992 +20.8% | $151,328 +37.7% |
| 2006 | $21,510 -4.4% | $109,895 -5.5% |
| 2005 | $22,489 +3% | $116,322 |
| 2004 | $21,838 +17.5% | $116,322 +35% |
| 2003 | $18,587 +2.8% | $86,165 |
| 2002 | $18,075 +1.3% | $86,165 |
| 2001 | $17,849 +1.8% | $86,165 +13.5% |
| 2000 | $17,527 +2.3% | $75,946 |
| 1999 | $17,140 | $75,946 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Main-Chicago
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Lincoln Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.1 mi
- 8/10Nichols Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.4 mi
- 7/10Evanston Twp High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Lincoln Elementary School
- Middle: Nichols Middle School
- High: Evanston Twp High School
- District: 65
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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- Illinois
- Cook County
- Evanston
- 60202
- Main-Chicago
- 1000 Forest Ave
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