Superb 5-bedroom Victorian Home in Desirable NE Evanston. A charming front porch, recognized by Evanston's Preservation & Design Award and enclosed by Phantom Screens, introduces this home's rare blend of historic character and modern convenience. The first floor includes a spacious living room, sitting room, formal dining room and office/library. The kitchen features 42" glazed wood cabinets, granite countertops, high-end stainless-steel appliances, and a tile backsplash. A thoughtfully designed two-story addition includes a breakfast room adjacent to the kitchen-perfect for a casual meal or entertaining a large group, a spacious family room warmed by a wood-burning fireplace with gas starter, and a practical mudroom/ laundry. The second floor offers four bedrooms: a modern primary suite including an updated private bathroom and walk-in closet, an additional en-suite bedroom, two more bedrooms (one with an office alcove), and a full hall bathroom. The third floor provides additional versatile space with a large playroom/exercise room, a fifth bedroom or WFH office, and another full bathroom. Discover vintage details like exquisite bulls-eye molding, high ceilings, hardwood floors and original antique lighting. Outside, enjoy a professionally landscaped yard. Make extra use of this property's ample parking because Downtown Evanston's and Noyes Street's shopping, dining, and entertainment, Metra and "El" trains, Northwestern University, and Lake Michigan beaches all lie within an easy walk of this fabulous location.
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$1,500,000
2039 Orrington Ave, Evanston, IL 60201
5beds
4,393sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1889
0.28 Acres Lot
$1,602,400 Zestimate®
$341/sqft
$6,992 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,602,400
$1.43M - $1.79M
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Jackie Mack, ABR,CRS 847-274-6676,
Jameson Sotheby's International Realty
Bought with:
Brian Aurelio
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12320772
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 4
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Breakfast Room, Utility Room-Lower Level, Office, Foyer, Sitting Room, Walk In Closet, Bedroom 5, Play Room, Bonus Room
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Bathroom (Full)
- Level: Second
- Area: 374 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 22X17
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 182 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X13
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 143 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X11
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X11
Bedroom 5
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Third
- Area: 280 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20X14
Bonus room
- Level: Basement
- Area: 210 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X14
Breakfast room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 190 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19X10
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 154 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X11
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Main
- Area: 352 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 22X16
Foyer
- Level: Main
- Area: 105 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X7
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Breakfast Room, Granite Counters), Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 160 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X10
Laundry
- Level: Main
- Area: 78 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X6
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 196 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X14
Office
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 104 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X8
Play room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Third
- Area: 434 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 31X14
Sitting room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 210 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X14
Other
- Level: Basement
- Area: 728 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 28X26
Walk in closet
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 121 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X11
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air, Steam, Zoned
Cooling
- Central Air, Zoned
Appliances
- Included: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Humidifier
- Laundry: In Unit
Features
- Walk-In Closet(s)
- Basement: Partially Finished,Full
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Gas Log, Gas Starter, Decorative, Family Room, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 4,393 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Balcony
Lot
- Size: 0.28 Acres
- Dimensions: 68X179X68X180
Details
- Parcel number: 11182000230000
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Victorian
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1889
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Evanston
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $341/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,040,000
- Annual tax amount: $24,374
- Date on market: 3/28/2025
- Listing terms: Cash
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/23/2025 | Sold | $1,500,000+0.3%$341/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12320772 Report a problem | ||
| 4/14/2025 | Pending sale | $1,495,000$340/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12320772 Report a problem | ||
| 4/4/2025 | Contingent | $1,495,000$340/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12320772 Report a problem | ||
| 3/28/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,495,000+180.8%$340/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12320772 Report a problem | ||
| 5/30/1996 | Sold | $532,500$121/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | -- | $104,000 |
| 2023 | $24,375 +4.3% | $104,000 |
| 2022 | $23,363 -11.4% | $104,000 +1.2% |
| 2021 | $26,379 +1.1% | $102,730 |
| 2020 | $26,086 -3.5% | $102,730 -13.6% |
| 2019 | $27,045 +24.3% | $118,858 +43.5% |
| 2018 | $21,753 +2.6% | $82,832 |
| 2017 | $21,201 -1% | $82,832 -4.9% |
| 2016 | $21,421 -0.4% | $87,142 +5.2% |
| 2015 | $21,506 +0.9% | $82,830 |
| 2014 | $21,316 +0.1% | $82,830 -2.2% |
| 2013 | $21,302 +9.1% | $84,726 -0.4% |
| 2012 | $19,519 +4.2% | $85,101 |
| 2011 | $18,737 -5.8% | $85,101 -10.1% |
| 2010 | $19,896 -6.6% | $94,712 -13% |
| 2009 | $21,295 +2.7% | $108,914 -6.2% |
| 2008 | $20,743 +6.7% | $116,113 |
| 2007 | $19,441 +12.7% | $116,113 +29.6% |
| 2006 | $17,256 +1.6% | $89,623 |
| 2005 | $16,981 +3.1% | $89,623 |
| 2004 | $16,467 -2.9% | $89,623 +13.8% |
| 2003 | $16,954 +2.8% | $78,752 |
| 2002 | $16,486 +33.4% | $78,752 |
| 2001 | $12,363 +1.8% | $78,752 +48% |
| 2000 | $12,142 +2.3% | $53,225 |
| 1999 | $11,869 | $53,225 |
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Neighborhood: 60201
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Orrington Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.7 mi
- 7/10Haven Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1 mi
- 7/10Evanston Twp High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.3 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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