MULTIPLE OFFERS RECEIVED! HIGHEST AND BEST DUE BY TUESDAY 5/12/26 BY MIDNIGHT W THE SELLER DECIDING SOMETIME ON WEDNESDAY 5/13/26. DUAL AGENCY IS NOT PERMITTED BY THE LIST AGENT. INVESTOR / REHAB OPPORTUNITY IN EVANSTON! Exceptional chance to restore and renovate this 3-bedroom, 1.1-bath single-family home located on a residential street in a strong Evanston location. The property offers approximately 1,174 square feet plus an unfinished basement and presents tremendous upside for investors, rehabbers, or buyers utilizing renovation financing. The home sustained significant damage from frozen pipes (pipes were not fixed & water is shut off) and requires a full interior renovation. All mechanical systems are currently inoperable. Exterior work and garage repairs are also needed. Due to the scope of work required, this property is best suited for cash buyers or renovation loans, however all offers will be submitted to the seller for review. Once renovated, this property has strong resale potential within the surrounding Evanston market. Great opportunity to customize finishes and maximize value in a highly desirable area. Property is being sold AS-IS, taxes 100% no survey will be provided. Buyer responsible for any inspections, repairs, and due diligence.
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$302,100
2012 Dobson St, Evanston, IL 60202
3beds
1,174sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1951
4,375 Square Feet Lot
$302,500 Zestimate®
$257/sqft
$3,380 Estimated rent
Home value
$302,500
$275,000 - $333,000
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Listing courtesy of:
Mary DeLaLeurs 630-816-6969,
Torg Realty Inc
Bought with:
Michael Bodden
Chase Real Estate LLC
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12639992
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 121 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X11
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 140 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X14
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 169 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X13
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: COMBO
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Lower
- Area: 187 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X17
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Table Space), Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
- Level: Main
- Area: 128 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8X16
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Main
- Area: 187 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X17
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Basement: Partially Finished,Full
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 1,174 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Off Alley, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 1
Lot
- Size: 4,375 sqft
- Dimensions: 35x125
Details
- Parcel number: 10251130030000
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1951
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Evanston
HOA & financial
HOA
- Services included: None
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/29/2026 | Sold | $302,100+51.1%$257/sqft |
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| 5/22/2026 | Pending sale | $199,900$170/sqft |
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| 5/20/2026 | Listing removed | $199,900$170/sqft |
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| 5/13/2026 | Pending sale | $199,900$170/sqft |
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| 5/9/2026 | Listed for sale | $199,900+10705.4%$170/sqft |
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| 8/18/2025 | Listing removed | $2,625$2/sqft |
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| 8/16/2025 | Listed for rent | $2,625$2/sqft |
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| 7/29/2025 | Listing removed | $2,625$2/sqft |
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| 7/17/2025 | Listed for rent | $2,625+22.7%$2/sqft |
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| 5/19/2017 | Listing removed | $2,140$2/sqft |
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| 5/16/2017 | Listed for rent | $2,140+15.7%$2/sqft |
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| 5/22/2014 | Sold | $1,850-99.2%$2/sqft |
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| 5/21/2014 | Listing removed | $1,850$2/sqft |
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| 5/9/2014 | Price change | $1,850+134.2%$2/sqft |
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| 4/18/2014 | Price change | $790-60.5%$1/sqft |
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| 4/16/2014 | Listed for rent | $2,000$2/sqft |
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| 6/27/2013 | Sold | $225,000-11.8%$192/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #08347737 Report a problem | ||
| 6/7/2013 | Pending sale | $255,000$217/sqft |
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| 5/22/2013 | Listed for sale | $255,000+70%$217/sqft |
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| 9/23/1999 | Sold | $150,000$128/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | -- | $31,619 |
| 2023 | $7,756 -1.2% | $31,619 -5.2% |
| 2022 | $7,851 +26.9% | $33,368 +45% |
| 2021 | $6,189 +1.4% | $23,012 |
| 2020 | $6,105 +0.1% | $23,012 -10.4% |
| 2019 | $6,096 +9% | $25,684 +27.5% |
| 2018 | $5,592 +2.7% | $20,144 |
| 2017 | $5,445 -1% | $20,144 -6.2% |
| 2016 | $5,502 -6.3% | $21,467 -0.6% |
| 2015 | $5,875 +1% | $21,602 |
| 2014 | $5,818 -1.7% | $21,602 -4% |
| 2013 | $5,920 +36.4% | $22,500 +0.5% |
| 2012 | $4,340 -0.2% | $22,396 |
| 2011 | $4,351 +8.8% | $22,396 |
| 2010 | $3,998 -13.1% | $22,396 -23% |
| 2009 | $4,601 +16.2% | $29,081 -4% |
| 2008 | $3,958 +20.3% | $30,293 |
| 2007 | $3,291 -4.3% | $30,293 +24.1% |
| 2006 | $3,440 +3% | $24,401 |
| 2005 | $3,341 +6% | $24,401 |
| 2004 | $3,153 -19.4% | $24,401 +39.2% |
| 2003 | $3,914 +2.9% | $17,526 |
| 2002 | $3,805 +6.8% | $17,526 |
| 2001 | $3,563 +1.9% | $17,526 +20.4% |
| 2000 | $3,497 +31.1% | $14,555 |
| 1999 | $2,668 | $14,555 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 60202
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Dawes Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.4 mi
- 8/10Chute Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.6 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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