Welcome to 1728 Seward Street, a beautifully renovated 2-bedroom, 1-bath home on a tree-lined street in Evanston. The charming curb appeal is matched by an inviting interior that blends warmth and style, featuring hardwood floors, modern light fixtures, and a cohesive, thoughtfully designed layout. The updated kitchen offers stainless steel appliances, ample cabinetry. The dining room is currently being used as a bedroom, while the fully finished basement extends your living space with a large rec room, home office area and family room. Step outside to a professionally landscaped backyard retreat with a spacious deck and lush gardens - perfect for relaxing or hosting guests. This home offers the perfect balance of comfort, character, and convenience in one of Evanston's most desirable neighborhoods.
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$465,000
1728 Seward St, Evanston, IL 60202
2beds
1,770sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1953
4,317 Square Feet Lot
$488,700 Zestimate®
$263/sqft
$2,215 Estimated rent
Home value
$488,700
Estimated sales range
Not available
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Tree-lined streetModern light fixturesFully finished basementHome office areaLush gardensFamily roomProfessionally landscaped backyard
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Benjamin Lissner 312-401-9176,
Baird & Warner,
Michael Hoover,
Baird & Warner
Bought with:
Megan Livatino
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12419383
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Recreation Room, Storage
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (All)
- Level: Main
- Area: 154 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X11
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (All)
- Level: Main
- Area: 110 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X10
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (All)
- Level: Main
- Area: 99 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X9
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 135 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X9
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
- Level: Main
- Area: 176 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X11
Laundry
- Features: Flooring (Wood Laminate)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 276 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 23X12
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (All)
- Level: Main
- Area: 216 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18X12
Recreation room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 390 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 26X15
Storage
- Level: Basement
- Area: 312 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 26X12
Heating
- Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Range, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
- Laundry: In Unit, Sink
Features
- 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath, Built-in Features
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Basement: Finished,Full
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Basement
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 1,770 sqft
Property
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Deck, Patio
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Size: 4,317 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 37X116.7
- Features: Mature Trees
Details
- Additional structures: None
- Parcel number: 10244200160000
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Step Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stucco
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1953
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan, Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Park, Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Paved
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Evanston
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $263/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $300,000
- Annual tax amount: $6,545
- Date on market: 7/22/2025
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/28/2025 | Sold | $465,000+3.6%$263/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12419383 Report a problem | ||
| 7/29/2025 | Contingent | $449,000$254/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12419383 Report a problem | ||
| 7/22/2025 | Listed for sale | $449,000+78.5%$254/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12419383 Report a problem | ||
| 6/3/2003 | Sold | $251,500$142/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $6,766 +3.4% | $30,000 +0% |
| 2023 | $6,545 +4.7% | $29,999 |
| 2022 | $6,254 +12.2% | $29,999 +24.7% |
| 2021 | $5,572 +0.3% | $24,049 |
| 2020 | $5,557 -0.1% | $24,049 -10.5% |
| 2019 | $5,564 +4.9% | $26,871 +19.2% |
| 2018 | $5,305 +2.4% | $22,544 |
| 2017 | $5,182 +0.8% | $22,544 |
| 2016 | $5,138 +35.1% | $22,544 +35.7% |
| 2015 | $3,803 +0.6% | $16,608 |
| 2014 | $3,781 +2.8% | $16,608 |
| 2013 | $3,678 -26% | $16,608 -28.6% |
| 2012 | $4,973 +2.4% | $23,260 |
| 2011 | $4,856 +13.9% | $23,260 |
| 2010 | $4,262 -20.3% | $23,260 -26.1% |
| 2009 | $5,349 +13.6% | $31,463 -4% |
| 2008 | $4,707 +17.9% | $32,776 |
| 2007 | $3,991 +2.9% | $32,776 +27.9% |
| 2006 | $3,879 +1.4% | $25,628 |
| 2005 | $3,827 +5.1% | $25,628 |
| 2004 | $3,640 +4.1% | $25,628 +46.6% |
| 2003 | $3,496 -7.9% | $17,485 |
| 2002 | $3,796 +43.1% | $17,485 |
| 2001 | $2,652 +1.7% | $17,485 +36% |
| 2000 | $2,608 +2.8% | $12,856 |
| 1999 | $2,538 | $12,856 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 60202
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Dawes Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.2 mi
- 8/10Chute Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.3 mi
- 7/10Evanston Twp High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.2 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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Estimated market value
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- Illinois
- Cook County
- Evanston
- 60202
- 1728 Seward St
