You'll love this cozy and sunny 5 bedroom, 2 bath Victorian-style farmhouse, located in the bustling Evanston Arts District. Situated on a corner lot, the home is flooded with natural sunlight. The home features high ceilings, original woodwork, new vinyl flooring, and cozy vintage finishes. Originally built in 1911, the first floor features combined living and dining rooms, two separate bedrooms perfect for offices or workrooms, and a guest bath. The kitchen completes this floor and features white cabinets with quartz countertops, newer stainless steel appliances and a water filtration system. The second floor includes a primary bedroom and en suite with a new pedestal sink and clawfoot tub, two additional bedrooms, a family room, and an additional play/sitting/studio room. The home has very flexible living spaces with enough rooms for everyone. Outdoor space includes a rebuilt front porch with a porch swing, a front yard with many perennials, and a back deck leading to a fenced, landscaped yard. Enjoy a two car garage with EV charger. A full unfinished basement provides storage, laundry and utilities. An unfinished attic provides unlimited potential. New roof in 2021. Walkable to Washington School, the new Robert Crown Center, Penny Park, Valli shopping center, the Main-Dempster Mile business district, Downtown Evanston business district, Dempster street beach, Metra UP-N and CTA Purple station.
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$680,000
1600 Dempster St, Evanston, IL 60202
5beds
1,932sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1911
3,510 Square Feet Lot
$717,700 Zestimate®
$352/sqft
$4,686 Estimated rent
Home value
$717,700
$646,000 - $804,000
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Original woodworkCozy vintage finishesHigh ceilingsFlooded with natural sunlightCorner lotFlexible living spacesWater filtration system
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Listing courtesy of:
Roman Patzner 773-698-6648,
Fulton Grace Realty
Bought with:
Haley Levine
Compass
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12301239
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Wood Laminate), Bathroom (Full)
- Level: Second
- Area: 168 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X14
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Wood Laminate)
- Level: Second
- Area: 100 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X10
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Wood Laminate)
- Level: Second
- Area: 90 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X9
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Wood Laminate)
- Level: Main
- Area: 170 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X17
Bedroom 5
- Features: Flooring (Wood Laminate)
- Level: Main
- Area: 90 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X9
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 99 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X9
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Wood Laminate)
- Level: Second
- Area: 154 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X14
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring (Wood Laminate)
- Level: Main
- Area: 156 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X13
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 198 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X18
Sitting room
- Features: Flooring (Wood Laminate)
- Level: Second
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X12
Walk in closet
- Level: Second
- Area: 50 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X5
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air, Zoned
Cooling
- Central Air, Zoned
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Water Purifier Owned
Features
- Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Hardwood, Laminate
- Windows: Screens
- Basement: Unfinished,Full
- Attic: Unfinished
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,701
- Total interior livable area: 1,932 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Concrete, Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Size: 3,510 sqft
- Dimensions: 27 X 130
- Features: Landscaped
Details
- Parcel number: 10242020110000
- Special conditions: None
- Other equipment: Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Farmhouse,Victorian
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Other
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1911
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: Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/2/2025 | Sold | $680,000-2.7%$352/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12301239 Report a problem | ||
| 5/19/2025 | Contingent | $699,000$362/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12301239 Report a problem | ||
| 5/15/2025 | Price change | $699,000-3.6%$362/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12301239 Report a problem | ||
| 4/29/2025 | Listed for sale | $725,000+16.5%$375/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12301239 Report a problem | ||
| 3/14/2024 | Sold | $622,300-4.3%$322/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11978944 Report a problem | ||
| 12/6/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11924054 Report a problem | ||
| 11/4/2023 | Listed for sale | $650,000+160%$336/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11924054 Report a problem | ||
| 10/3/2011 | Sold | $250,000-12.3%$129/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 4/12/2011 | Listing removed | $285,000$148/sqft |
Source: NRT Chicago #07605945 Report a problem | ||
| 2/28/2011 | Price change | $285,000-4%$148/sqft |
Source: NRT Chicago #07605945 Report a problem | ||
| 1/13/2011 | Price change | $297,000-5.7%$154/sqft |
Source: NRT Chicago #07605945 Report a problem | ||
| 8/13/2010 | Listed for sale | $315,000+46.5%$163/sqft |
Source: NRT Chicago #07605945 Report a problem | ||
| 12/19/2000 | Sold | $215,000$111/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | -- | $34,000 |
| 2023 | $7,428 +4.6% | $34,000 |
| 2022 | $7,103 +20.7% | $34,000 +33.3% |
| 2021 | $5,887 -8.7% | $25,514 -8% |
| 2020 | $6,446 -2.9% | $27,722 -12.7% |
| 2019 | $6,637 -0.9% | $31,755 +13.9% |
| 2018 | $6,699 +2.4% | $27,887 |
| 2017 | $6,540 +1.8% | $27,887 |
| 2016 | $6,426 +19.4% | $27,887 +22.8% |
| 2015 | $5,384 +0.7% | $22,702 |
| 2014 | $5,347 -14.3% | $22,702 -5.6% |
| 2013 | $6,238 +29.4% | $24,039 +17.8% |
| 2012 | $4,821 +16.3% | $20,403 |
| 2011 | $4,146 -0.6% | $20,403 |
| 2010 | $4,171 -20.7% | $20,403 -34.9% |
| 2009 | $5,258 +13.7% | $31,360 -4% |
| 2008 | $4,624 +9.2% | $32,666 |
| 2007 | $4,233 -9.7% | $32,666 +20.3% |
| 2006 | $4,688 -16.3% | $27,148 |
| 2005 | $5,601 +2.6% | $27,148 |
| 2004 | $5,461 +13.1% | $27,148 +23.9% |
| 2003 | $4,827 +2.8% | $21,903 |
| 2002 | $4,694 +21.1% | $21,903 |
| 2001 | $3,876 +1.9% | $21,903 +36.4% |
| 2000 | $3,805 +2.2% | $16,055 |
| 1999 | $3,725 | $16,055 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: West Village
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Washington Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.4 mi
- 8/10Nichols Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.7 mi
- 7/10Evanston Twp High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Washington 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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