Welcome to this charming and spacious 2 bed, 2 bath brick ranch nestled on a quiet, tree-lined street in desirable South Evanston. Solidly built with timeless character, this home offers an open-concept main level with hardwood floors throughout. The beautiful kitchen boasts maple cabinetry, quartz countertops, ceramic tile flooring, and stainless steel appliances. The main level also features a primary bedroom with two closets, a full bath, and a comfortable second bedroom. The partially finished basement provides incredible versatility with two additional rooms ideal for a bedroom, office, or den, plus a laundry area, workshop, and storage space. Huge back yard with wood deck perfect for entertaining, as well as, fire pit area and shed for storage. While there's ample street parking, the large lot offers plenty of potential to add a garage. A perfect blend of comfort and opportunity in a fantastic location!
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$465,000
1726 Dobson St, Evanston, IL 60202
2beds
1,738sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1952
6,250 Square Feet Lot
$481,600 Zestimate®
$268/sqft
$3,336 Estimated rent
Home value
$481,600
$433,000 - $535,000
$3,336/mo
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Partially finished basementQuiet tree-lined streetFire pit areaOpen-concept main levelUpdated kitchenQuartz countertopsMaple cabinetry
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Listing courtesy of:
Bucky Cross 773-848-1719,
Baird & Warner
Bought with:
Joseph Hartman
eXp Realty
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12480735
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 165 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X11
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X10
Bonus room
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 154 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X11
Den
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 238 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X14
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 110 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X10
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 121 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X11
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Breakfast Bar), Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
- Level: Main
- Area: 160 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X10
Laundry
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 176 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X11
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 285 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19X15
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
- Laundry: In Unit
Features
- 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Basement: Finished,Full
- Attic: Unfinished
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,738
- Total interior livable area: 1,738 sqft
Property
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 1
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Size: 6,250 sqft
- Dimensions: 50 X 125
Details
- Parcel number: 10252201290000
- Special conditions: None
- Other equipment: Sump Pump
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1952
Details
- Builder model: RANCH
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 11/4/2025 | Sold | $465,000+3.3%$268/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12480735 Report a problem | ||
| 9/28/2025 | Contingent | $450,000$259/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12480735 Report a problem | ||
| 9/26/2025 | Listed for sale | $450,000+36%$259/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12480735 Report a problem | ||
| 8/2/2017 | Sold | $331,000$190/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #09644656 Report a problem | ||
| 6/20/2017 | Pending sale | $331,000$190/sqft |
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| 6/9/2017 | Price change | $331,000-3.8%$190/sqft |
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| 6/1/2017 | Listed for sale | $344,000-9.5%$198/sqft |
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| 8/29/2007 | Sold | $380,000+158.5%$219/sqft |
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| 6/27/1995 | Sold | $147,000$85/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | -- | $34,611 |
| 2023 | $7,026 +4.9% | $34,611 |
| 2022 | $6,695 +32.6% | $34,611 +39.7% |
| 2021 | $5,050 -5.9% | $24,773 -4.1% |
| 2020 | $5,369 -0.1% | $25,824 -10.4% |
| 2019 | $5,376 -15.4% | $28,822 -0.9% |
| 2018 | $6,354 -8.5% | $29,071 |
| 2017 | $6,946 +2% | $29,071 |
| 2016 | $6,812 +43.5% | $29,071 +44.8% |
| 2015 | $4,746 +0.7% | $20,074 |
| 2014 | $4,715 +2.7% | $20,074 |
| 2013 | $4,590 -14.1% | $20,074 -19.1% |
| 2012 | $5,345 -16.2% | $24,809 -17.1% |
| 2011 | $6,380 -0.2% | $29,928 |
| 2010 | $6,394 -1% | $29,928 -18.6% |
| 2009 | $6,456 +11.6% | $36,750 -4% |
| 2008 | $5,785 +15% | $38,281 |
| 2007 | $5,029 +4.6% | $38,281 +27.6% |
| 2006 | $4,810 +1.4% | $30,007 |
| 2005 | $4,742 +4.6% | $30,007 |
| 2004 | $4,532 +7.5% | $30,007 +44.9% |
| 2003 | $4,215 +2.8% | $20,704 |
| 2002 | $4,099 +20% | $20,704 |
| 2001 | $3,417 +1.7% | $20,704 +29.5% |
| 2000 | $3,359 -10.6% | $15,982 |
| 1999 | $3,759 | $15,982 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Howard Street
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Dawes Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.4 mi
- 8/10Chute Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.5 mi
- 7/10Evanston Twp High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.8 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Dawes 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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- Cook County
- Evanston
- 60202
- Howard Street
- 1726 Dobson St
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