Charming, solid and spacious brick 2-flat in highly desirable South Evanston. This well-maintained property offers a perfect opportunity for both investors and owner-occupants alike. Both floors are 2 BR plus tandem room, 1 BA units. Tandem room can be used as a nursery, office or large walk in closet. Large living room has built in bookcases and stained glass windows, original to the building. Separate formal dining room is perfect for entertaining. Delightful back yard with 2 car garage that is adjacent to wonderful Leider Park. Recent updates include a new furnace (2023), new concrete walkways (2022), and a rebuilt back porch and steps (2022). The first-floor unit features a long-term tenant, while the second-floor unit is currently vacant-ready for a new renter or for an owner to move in and enjoy. With its prime location, just minutes from downtown Evanston, the lakefront, and convenient transportation to Chicago, this 2-flat is a rare find that combines investment potential with neighborhood charm. 2nd Floor Unit is available to be shown. 1st Floor Unit is currently rented and will be available for 2nd showing only with 24 hour notice.
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$615,000
1408 Seward St, Evanston, IL 60202
4beds
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Multi Family
Built in 1926
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$634,200 Zestimate®
$--/sqft
$3,188 Estimated rent
Home value
$634,200
$571,000 - $704,000
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Built in bookcasesSeparate formal dining roomStained glass windows
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Listing courtesy of:
Richard Castellini 847-491-1855,
Baird & Warner,
Carolyn Castellini 847-525-9278,
Baird & Warner
Bought with:
Karen Long
Compass
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12477667
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Heating
- Steam
Features
- Basement: Unfinished,Full
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Lot
- Size: 4,420 sqft
- Dimensions: 34 x 130
Details
- Parcel number: 10244230030000
- Special conditions: None
- Other equipment: Ceiling Fan(s)
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: MultiFamily
- Architectural style: Brownstone,Traditional
- Property subtype: Multi Family
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1926
- Major remodel year: 2023
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Storm Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
Community
- Community features: Park, Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
Location
- Region: Evanston
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/2/2025 | Sold | $615,000-0.6% |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12477667 Report a problem | ||
| 10/27/2025 | Contingent | $619,000 |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12477667 Report a problem | ||
| 10/16/2025 | Price change | $619,000-4% |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12477667 Report a problem | ||
| 9/25/2025 | Listed for sale | $645,000+76.7% |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12477667 Report a problem | ||
| 5/4/2001 | Sold | $365,000 |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | -- | $48,403 |
| 2023 | $11,059 -5.2% | $48,403 -8.7% |
| 2022 | $11,666 +57% | $53,000 +71.2% |
| 2021 | $7,429 +0.6% | $30,953 |
| 2020 | $7,388 -10.7% | $30,953 -19.2% |
| 2019 | $8,273 -1.5% | $38,285 +13.6% |
| 2018 | $8,400 +2.5% | $33,693 |
| 2017 | $8,195 +2.5% | $33,693 |
| 2016 | $7,996 +21.9% | $33,693 +26% |
| 2015 | $6,561 +0.7% | $26,749 |
| 2014 | $6,513 +2.6% | $26,749 |
| 2013 | $6,346 -11.6% | $26,749 -17.6% |
| 2012 | $7,179 +3.1% | $32,466 |
| 2011 | $6,960 -0.2% | $32,466 |
| 2010 | $6,971 -24.7% | $32,466 -35.2% |
| 2009 | $9,253 +2.6% | $50,096 -8.6% |
| 2008 | $9,019 +10.7% | $54,804 |
| 2007 | $8,144 +22.9% | $54,804 +58.3% |
| 2006 | $6,629 -16% | $34,617 -8.3% |
| 2005 | $7,890 +2.6% | $37,747 |
| 2004 | $7,691 +15.4% | $37,747 +26.5% |
| 2003 | $6,663 +2.9% | $29,840 |
| 2002 | $6,478 +56.5% | $29,840 |
| 2001 | $4,139 +1.7% | $29,840 +57.6% |
| 2000 | $4,068 | $18,929 |
| 1999 | $4,068 | $18,929 |
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Neighborhood: 60202
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Oakton Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.3 mi
- 8/10Chute Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.2 mi
- 7/10Evanston Twp High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.3 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Oakton Elementary School
- Middle: Chute 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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Estimated market value
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