Elegant, spacious, and full of light, 2252 Orrington is a 1915 Colonial sited on a 1/3 acre lot within blocks of Lake Michigan, downtown Evanston, and Northwestern University. Updated and beautifully restored, this stately home features 6+ bedrooms, main floor private office, formal living room, dining room, family room, and a large English eat-in kitchen with island. Wonderful details include original butler's pantry cabinets, plaster moldings, bay windows and the stunning central staircase. The current owners thoughtfully updated 2 bathrooms and added a screened porch off the family room and adjoining spacious deck overlooking the stunning grounds, while leaving plenty of space for a large sport court and 2 car garage. The large third floor features a large recreation room, full bath and 2 bonus rooms. Extra high ceilings in unfinished basement. 2252 Orrington is a very special "forever" home on one of the prettiest streets in Evanston. Recent improvements include: hot water heater, new boiler, all bathrooms updated and new flat roof.
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$1,792,500
2252 Orrington Ave, Evanston, IL 60201
6beds
5,090sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1916
0.36 Acres Lot
$1,836,600 Zestimate®
$352/sqft
$7,724 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,836,600
$1.65M - $2.04M
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Large sport courtBay windowsFamily roomPlaster moldingsStunning central staircaseDining roomLarge third floor
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Listing courtesy of:
Sally Mabadi, SFR 847-446-9600,
Compass
Bought with:
Lauren Weiss
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12438805
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 4
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Bathroom (Full, Double Sink)
- Level: Second
- Area: 255 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X17
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 320 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X20
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 182 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X14
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 240 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X16
Bedroom 5
- Level: Third
- Area: 234 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X18
Bedroom 6
- Level: Third
- Area: 88 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X8
Deck
- Level: Main
- Area: 768 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 24X32
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 315 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X21
Family room
- Level: Main
- Area: 208 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X13
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Table Space, Island, Custom Cabinetry), Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 304 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X19
Laundry
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 42 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 7X6
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 405 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X27
Mud room
- Level: Main
- Area: 42 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 7X6
Office
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 165 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X11
Recreation room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Third
- Area: 750 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 25X30
Screened porch
- Level: Main
- Area: 165 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X11
Sitting room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 255 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X17
Heating
- Natural Gas, Steam, Radiator(s)
Cooling
- Central Air, Small Duct High Velocity
Appliances
- Included: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Wine Refrigerator, Range Hood
- Laundry: Upper Level, Multiple Locations
Features
- Built-in Features, Bookcases
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Basement: Unfinished,Full
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 5,090 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Deck, Screened
Lot
- Size: 0.36 Acres
- Dimensions: 74 X 211
Details
- Parcel number: 11071160280000
- Special conditions: List Broker Must Accompany
- Other equipment: Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1916
- Major remodel year: 2024
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Service - 400 Amp or Greater
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan, Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Evanston
HOA & financial
HOA
- Services included: None
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1/16/2026 | Sold | $1,792,500-5.6%$352/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12438805 Report a problem | ||
| 11/6/2025 | Pending sale | $1,899,000$373/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12438805 Report a problem | ||
| 10/19/2025 | Contingent | $1,899,000$373/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12438805 Report a problem | ||
| 9/10/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,899,000-4.8%$373/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12438805 Report a problem | ||
| 8/5/2025 | Listing removed | $1,995,000$392/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12297229 Report a problem | ||
| 3/19/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,995,000+33.4%$392/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12297229 Report a problem | ||
| 6/23/2017 | Sold | $1,495,000-3.5%$294/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #09477941 Report a problem | ||
| 5/6/2017 | Pending sale | $1,550,000$305/sqft |
Source: Baird & Warner #09477941 Report a problem | ||
| 5/1/2017 | Price change | $1,550,000-3.1%$305/sqft |
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| 3/20/2017 | Price change | $1,599,000-4.5%$314/sqft |
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| 1/16/2017 | Listed for sale | $1,674,500+53.6%$329/sqft |
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| 12/29/2003 | Sold | $1,090,000$214/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | -- | $140,000 |
| 2023 | $33,387 +4.3% | $140,000 |
| 2022 | $31,997 -11.9% | $140,000 +0.8% |
| 2021 | $36,315 +1.2% | $138,946 |
| 2020 | $35,884 -4.8% | $138,946 -12.9% |
| 2019 | $37,697 +4.9% | $159,500 +22.7% |
| 2018 | $35,919 +5.4% | $130,000 |
| 2017 | $34,064 +15.6% | $130,000 +10.2% |
| 2016 | $29,464 +24.1% | $118,001 +30.5% |
| 2015 | $23,739 +3.5% | $90,400 +2.4% |
| 2014 | $22,946 +9.6% | $88,318 +6.8% |
| 2013 | $20,927 +9.7% | $82,683 |
| 2012 | $19,082 +4.2% | $82,683 |
| 2011 | $18,321 +0.2% | $82,683 |
| 2010 | $18,277 +8.5% | $82,683 |
| 2009 | $16,844 +7.1% | $82,683 0% |
| 2008 | $15,724 +3.7% | $82,690 |
| 2007 | $15,161 -35.1% | $82,690 -26.4% |
| 2006 | $23,366 +7% | $112,414 |
| 2005 | $21,832 +5.6% | $112,414 +10.1% |
| 2004 | $20,680 +16.7% | $102,111 +23.5% |
| 2003 | $17,725 +3% | $82,679 |
| 2002 | $17,203 +6.6% | $82,679 |
| 2001 | $16,137 +1.8% | $82,679 +18.8% |
| 2000 | $15,852 +2.3% | $69,616 |
| 1999 | $15,490 | $69,616 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 60201
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Orrington Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.4 mi
- 7/10Haven Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.9 mi
- 7/10Evanston Twp High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.4 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Orrington Elementary School
- Middle: Haven 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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