PICTURE PERFECT 5+ BEDROOM FARMHOUSE! Space, Charm and Updates abound in this historic farmhouse located across from Mason Park in Evanston's highly sought after Dewey school district. This well-loved home has been beautifully maintained and offers a brand new kitchen with GE Cafe appliances, newer siding 2020, newer roof 2020, new water heater 2020, updated electric and a long list of cosmetic upgrades. Spacious floorplan boasts a massive great room with oversized bay windows overlooking the lush side yard, a newly renovated kitchen, and a huge family room perfect for lounging, play and projects! Also on the main floor, you will find a full-sized bedroom with WIC, an office, a full bathroom and glorious sun room with spanning park views! Travel upstairs to 4 additional bedrooms and a second bathroom! All of the bedrooms are large enough to accommodate a Queen or King sized bed! Dry basement is home to the laundry and an additional 35' x 21' storage space with 6.5' ceilings! Extra deep lot allows for huge yard and the construction of ALREADY APPROVED 20'x'24' 2 car garage (see attached document for approved plans). SELLERS ARE OFFERING $10k CREDIT TOWARDS THIS PROJECT!
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$625,000
1629 Florence Ave, Evanston, IL 60201
5beds
1,706sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1894
5,662.5 Square Feet Lot
$774,000 Zestimate®
$366/sqft
$4,222 Estimated rent
Home value
$774,000
$735,000 - $820,000
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Newly renovated kitchenOversized bay windowsHuge yardGlorious sun roomHuge family roomNewer sidingExtra deep lot
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Listing courtesy of:
Kirsten Coleman 646-489-7318,
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Bought with:
Christopher Gaggero
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 11855220
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Curtains/Drapes, Window Treatments)
- Level: Second
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X10
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Other), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Second
- Area: 121 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X11
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Window Treatments)
- Level: Second
- Area: 99 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X9
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Window Treatments (Window Treatments)
- Level: Second
- Area: 108 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X9
Bedroom 5
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 110 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X10
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: COMBO
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Main
- Area: 160 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X16
Foyer
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 30 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 6X5
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Updated Kitchen), Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Main
- Area: 121 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X11
Laundry
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 90 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X9
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Bay Window(s), Curtains/Drapes)
- Level: Main
- Area: 264 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 24X11
Office
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 90 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X9
Storage
- Level: Basement
- Area: 735 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 35X21
Sun room
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Main
- Area: 90 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18X5
Heating
- Radiator(s)
Cooling
- Wall Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Sink
Features
- 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath, Walk-In Closet(s), High Ceilings, Historic/Period Mlwk, Dining Combo
- Flooring: Hardwood, Carpet, Wood
- Windows: Screens, Drapes
- Basement: Unfinished,Exterior Entry,Storage Space,Full,Walk-Out Access
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 1,706 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Concrete, Garage, On Site, Garage Owned, Detached
- Garage spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 2
- Exterior features: Fire Pit
- Fencing: Wood
Lot
- Size: 5,662 sqft
- Dimensions: 37.5 X 151
Details
- Parcel number: 10134030020000
- Special conditions: List Broker Must Accompany
- Other equipment: Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Farmhouse
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1894
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 9/14/2023 | Sold | $625,000$366/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11855220 Report a problem | ||
| 9/8/2023 | Pending sale | $625,000$366/sqft |
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| 8/15/2023 | Contingent | $625,000$366/sqft |
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| 8/9/2023 | Listed for sale | $625,000+50.6%$366/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11855220 Report a problem | ||
| 2/25/2022 | Sold | $415,000-3.5%$243/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11266428 Report a problem | ||
| 1/20/2022 | Contingent | $430,000$252/sqft |
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| 12/29/2021 | Price change | $430,000-6.5%$252/sqft |
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| 12/12/2021 | Price change | $460,000-4.2%$270/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11266428 Report a problem | ||
| 11/9/2021 | Listed for sale | $480,000-4%$281/sqft |
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| 11/9/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11194522 Report a problem | ||
| 10/29/2021 | Price change | $500,000-4.8%$293/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11194522 Report a problem | ||
| 10/17/2021 | Price change | $525,000-4.5%$308/sqft |
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| 10/3/2021 | Price change | $550,000-4.3%$322/sqft |
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| 9/13/2021 | Listed for sale | $575,000$337/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11194522 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | -- | $52,000 +0% |
| 2023 | $12,588 +18.2% | $51,999 |
| 2022 | $10,649 +255.7% | $51,999 +12.6% |
| 2021 | $2,993 +8.8% | $46,177 |
| 2020 | $2,751 +1.1% | $46,177 -9.5% |
| 2019 | $2,721 -14.6% | $51,025 +4.9% |
| 2018 | $3,188 -75.4% | $48,657 |
| 2017 | $12,983 +260.7% | $48,657 |
| 2016 | $3,599 -10.2% | $48,657 +21.2% |
| 2015 | $4,006 +3.1% | $40,143 |
| 2014 | $3,885 0% | $40,143 |
| 2013 | $3,886 -53.6% | $40,143 +1.1% |
| 2012 | $8,375 -1.5% | $39,723 |
| 2011 | $8,503 +7.6% | $39,723 |
| 2010 | $7,905 -19% | $39,723 -26.8% |
| 2009 | $9,756 +5.6% | $54,300 -4% |
| 2008 | $9,240 +10.5% | $56,563 |
| 2007 | $8,363 +7.2% | $56,563 +26.9% |
| 2006 | $7,804 +1.5% | $44,575 |
| 2005 | $7,686 +3.8% | $44,575 |
| 2004 | $7,405 +14.2% | $44,575 +38.1% |
| 2003 | $6,485 +2.8% | $32,270 |
| 2002 | $6,308 +14.9% | $32,270 |
| 2001 | $5,490 +1.8% | $32,270 +30.3% |
| 2000 | $5,395 | $24,763 |
| 1999 | $5,395 | $24,763 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: West Side
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Dewey Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.2 mi
- 8/10Nichols Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1 mi
- 7/10Evanston Twp High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.3 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Dewey 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
- 60201
- West Side
- 1629 Florence Ave
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