Welcome home to a perfect treetop escape in Evanston! This delightful one bed, one bath condo on the third floor offers an abundance of natural light with its east and west exposure. The spacious bedroom provides ample room for relaxation, while the fresh paint throughout enhances the bright and inviting atmosphere. Hardwood floors in the main living space and bedroom and a gas fireplace add polish and comfort. Kitchen has new luxury vinyl floor and sink, lots of freshly painted cabinets and ample counter space. In-unit washer and dryer offer convenience. The brand new furnace and ac unit ensure efficient heating and cooling year round. Storage will never be a concern with plenty of closet space and storage unit. Situated just south of vibrant main st, you'll have easy access to shops, restaurants, parks, CTA, METRA and Northwestern shuttle, making it an ideal location. Don't miss the chance to make this condo your new sanctuary!
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$220,000
553 Elmwood Ave APT 3, Evanston, IL 60202
1beds
800sqft
Condominium, Single Family Residence
Built in 1916
-- sqft lot
$244,600 Zestimate®
$275/sqft
$1,819 Estimated rent
Home value
$244,600
$232,000 - $257,000
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Spacious bedroomGas fireplaceNorthwestern shuttleBrand new furnaceNew luxury vinyl floorEasy access to shopsAmple room
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Listed by:
Mary Summerville, SRES 847-507-2644,
Coldwell Banker Realty,
Jason Cox,
Coldwell Banker Realty
Bought with:
Jennifer Bustillo
Compass
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 11980326
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: No additional rooms
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 176 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X11
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 140 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X10
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Table Space, Galley)
- Level: Main
- Area: 126 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X9
Laundry
- Level: Main
- Area: 27 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9X3
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 198 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18X11
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
- Laundry: Washer Hookup, In Unit, Laundry Closet
Features
- Open Floorplan
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Basement: None
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas Log, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 800 sqft
Property
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Details
- Parcel number: 11193230231006
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Condo
- Property subtype: Condominium, Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1916
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Services included: Water, Insurance, Exterior Maintenance, Scavenger
- HOA fee: $249 monthly
Location
- Region: Evanston
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $275/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $164,900
- Annual tax amount: $3,879
- Date on market: 3/1/2024
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Ownership: Condo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/27/2024 | Sold | $220,000+12.8%$275/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11980326 Report a problem | ||
| 3/5/2024 | Contingent | $195,000$244/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11980326 Report a problem | ||
| 3/1/2024 | Listed for sale | $195,000+5.4%$244/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11980326 Report a problem | ||
| 5/5/2022 | Sold | $185,000+3.4%$231/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11355022 Report a problem | ||
| 5/2/2022 | Pending sale | $178,900$224/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11355022 Report a problem | ||
| 4/3/2022 | Contingent | $178,900$224/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11355022 Report a problem | ||
| 3/31/2022 | Listed for sale | $178,900+23.4%$224/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11355022 Report a problem | ||
| 4/10/2019 | Listing removed | $1,400$2/sqft |
Source: Fulton Grace Realty #10316426 Report a problem | ||
| 3/28/2019 | Price change | $1,400-6.7%$2/sqft |
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| 3/22/2019 | Listed for rent | $1,500+42.9%$2/sqft |
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| 7/6/2017 | Sold | $145,000$181/sqft |
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| 3/13/2017 | Pending sale | $145,000$181/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Evanston #09516184 Report a problem | ||
| 3/1/2017 | Listed for sale | $145,000-14.2%$181/sqft |
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| 7/4/2012 | Listing removed | $1,050$1/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Evanston-Central #08067568 Report a problem | ||
| 5/17/2012 | Listed for rent | $1,050$1/sqft |
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| 8/29/2009 | Listing removed | $169,000$211/sqft |
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| 8/17/2009 | Price change | $169,000-5.6%$211/sqft |
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| 5/16/2009 | Listed for sale | $179,000-2.7%$224/sqft |
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| 5/4/2006 | Sold | $184,000+8.2%$230/sqft |
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| 11/18/2003 | Sold | $170,000$213/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $4,178 +3.3% | $16,490 +0% |
| 2023 | $4,045 +4.2% | $16,489 |
| 2022 | $3,880 +8.7% | $16,489 +24.3% |
| 2021 | $3,568 +1.4% | $13,268 |
| 2020 | $3,520 +0.6% | $13,268 -10% |
| 2019 | $3,500 +1.8% | $14,747 +19% |
| 2018 | $3,440 +2.7% | $12,390 |
| 2017 | $3,349 +5.5% | $12,390 |
| 2016 | $3,176 -11.4% | $12,390 -6% |
| 2015 | $3,585 +1% | $13,182 |
| 2014 | $3,550 +2.4% | $13,182 |
| 2013 | $3,468 -11.8% | $13,182 -19.7% |
| 2012 | $3,933 +4.8% | $16,420 |
| 2011 | $3,754 +0.5% | $16,420 |
| 2010 | $3,735 +0.4% | $16,420 -7.5% |
| 2009 | $3,721 +2.8% | $17,759 -4% |
| 2008 | $3,621 +3.8% | $18,499 |
| 2007 | $3,487 -6.3% | $18,499 +5.7% |
| 2006 | $3,722 +13.6% | $17,501 |
| 2005 | $3,276 -8.1% | $17,501 |
| 2004 | $3,566 | $17,501 |
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Neighborhood: 60202
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Oakton Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.2 mi
- 8/10Chute Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.5 mi
- 7/10Evanston Twp High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Oakton 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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