Charming ranch style home in the heart of South Evanston offering the perfect blend of character, comfort, and convenience! This well-maintained home features 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, hardwood floors, spacious living areas, and a full basement with endless potential for additional living space, storage, or a home gym. The bright kitchen flows seamlessly into the dining area, while the large backyard and detached 2-car garage provide plenty of room for entertaining and everyday living. Situated on a quiet tree-lined street near parks, schools, shopping, dining, public transportation, and just minutes from Lake Michigan and downtown Evanston. A fantastic opportunity to own a move-in ready home in a highly sought-after location!
Active
$429,999
1604 Dobson St, Evanston, IL 60202
3beds
1,329sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1951
5,000 Square Feet Lot
$429,000 Zestimate®
$324/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Quiet tree-lined streetLarge backyardBright kitchenHardwood floors
- 104 days |
- 1,676 |
- 86 |
Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Brenda Bustamante 630-870-1000,
Smart Home Realty
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12644993
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: No additional rooms
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 280 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X20
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
- Area: 140 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X14
Bedroom 3
- Level: Main
- Area: 150 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X15
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 121 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X11
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 90 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X9
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 176 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X11
Heating
- Radiant
Cooling
- Window Unit(s)
Features
- Basement: Unfinished,Partial
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,329
- Total interior livable area: 1,329 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Yes, Detached, Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 1
Lot
- Size: 5,000 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 40x125
Details
- Parcel number: 10252240080000
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Aluminum Siding, Steel Siding, Stone
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1951
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan
Community & HOA
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Evanston
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $324/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $370,000
- Annual tax amount: $8,262
- Date on market: 5/12/2026
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
$429,000
$408,000 - $450,000
$3,383/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/4/2026 | Listed for sale | $429,999$324/sqft |
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| 7/27/2026 | Contingent | $429,999$324/sqft |
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| 6/23/2026 | Listed for sale | $429,999$324/sqft |
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| 5/20/2026 | Listing removed | $429,999$324/sqft |
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| 5/20/2026 | Contingent | $429,999$324/sqft |
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| 5/12/2026 | Listed for sale | $429,999+164.6%$324/sqft |
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| 11/29/2010 | Sold | $162,500+116.7%$122/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #07556076 Report a problem | ||
| 7/14/2010 | Sold | $75,000-75%$56/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 12/26/2008 | Listing removed | $299,900$226/sqft |
Source: NRT Chicago #07021439 Report a problem | ||
| 9/13/2008 | Price change | $299,900-10.5%$226/sqft |
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| 6/19/2008 | Listed for sale | $334,900$252/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $8,540 +3.4% | $37,000 |
| 2023 | $8,262 +4.6% | $37,000 |
| 2022 | $7,901 +14.3% | $37,000 +27.4% |
| 2021 | $6,915 +0.5% | $29,042 |
| 2020 | $6,881 +0% | $29,042 -10.4% |
| 2019 | $6,880 -6.2% | $32,414 +8.5% |
| 2018 | $7,337 +2.5% | $29,864 |
| 2017 | $7,160 +2.1% | $29,864 |
| 2016 | $7,015 +6.2% | $29,864 +11% |
| 2015 | $6,602 +0.7% | $26,901 |
| 2014 | $6,554 +2.6% | $26,901 |
| 2013 | $6,386 -1.6% | $26,901 -9.1% |
| 2012 | $6,490 -4.1% | $29,592 |
| 2011 | $6,765 +26.4% | $29,592 |
| 2010 | $5,353 -8.5% | $29,592 -12.6% |
| 2009 | $5,849 +12.6% | $33,852 -4% |
| 2008 | $5,194 +16.5% | $35,264 |
| 2007 | $4,460 -12.6% | $35,264 +12.3% |
| 2006 | $5,105 +1.5% | $31,392 |
| 2005 | $5,032 +4.5% | $31,392 |
| 2004 | $4,814 +10.5% | $31,392 +47.1% |
| 2003 | $4,357 +2.8% | $21,342 |
| 2002 | $4,237 +35.4% | $21,342 |
| 2001 | $3,130 -9.5% | $21,342 +44.1% |
| 2000 | $3,458 +2.6% | $14,808 -9.7% |
| 1999 | $3,370 | $16,393 |
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Neighborhood: Howard Street
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Dawes Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.5 mi
- 8/10Chute Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.4 mi
- 7/10Evanston Twp High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.8 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- 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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