Amazing Victorian-era home in the sought-after Lakeshore Historic District in Southeast Evanston! Located on the highly regarded 700 block of Michigan, it's just a block from Lake Michigan and surrounded by beautiful parks. Homes rarely come on the market here, and often sell privately. This charming property boasts original details from 1875, like intricate crown moldings, high ceilings, a grand staircase and three fireplaces, blended with modern updates. The spacious first floor is perfect for entertaining, working, or simply relaxing. You'll love the light-filled living room with its wood-burning marble surround fireplace and French doors leading to a three-season skylighted porch. The dining room also features a wood-burning fireplace, built-in corner cabinets, and more French doors also opening to the same enclosed porch. The cozy library with wall-to-wall bookshelves is the perfect retreat, while the kitchen has been partially remodeled with a eat-in area overlooks a lovely English garden and brick patio. Those who love to cook will appreciate the separate walk-in pantry with built-in floor to ceiling cabinets that can house food items as well store beautiful table linens. Upstairs, there are four bedrooms and recently remodeled baths and a flexible floor plan. The oversized primary bedroom has a dressing area and ample storage, ideal for creating a personal primary suite + office space. The second bedroom boasts yet another fireplace with hand-painted tile surround. Third bedroom is surrounded by windows on three sides with meticulously maintained frames. The finished basement adds extra living space, perfect for family fun or workouts. Just steps away from the lake, parks, and vibrant shops and restaurants along Main-Dempster Mile. Quick and easy access to the Loop through close-by CTA / Metra trains and hopping down Sheridan Road. Some recent improvements include: Kitchen, skylights, fencing, bathrooms, new fireplace flu, new water heater, painting. Don't miss this wonderful home that you can move right into!
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$1,200,000
725 Michigan Ave, Evanston, IL 60202
4beds
2,495sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1875
8,712 Square Feet Lot
$1,267,400 Zestimate®
$481/sqft
$4,428 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,267,400
$1.14M - $1.42M
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Victorian-era homeWood-burning marble surround fireplaceThree fireplacesFinished basementHigh ceilingsSpacious first floorEnglish garden
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Listing courtesy of:
Karla Koziura 847-372-8119,
Baird & Warner
Bought with:
Tommy Choi
Keller Williams ONEChicago
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12281506
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Bathroom (Full)
- Level: Second
- Area: 323 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19X17
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 176 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X16
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 144 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X9
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 221 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X13
Other
- Level: Main
- Area: 80 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8X10
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 169 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X13
Other
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 680 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X40
Foyer
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 42 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 7X6
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Table Space, Pantry-Walk-in, Breakfast Room, Custom Cabinetry, Granite Counters, Pantry, Updated Kitchen), Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
- Level: Main
- Area: 168 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X12
Library
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 144 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X12
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 575 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 23X25
Office
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 130 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X10
Heating
- Radiator(s), Zoned, Radiant Floor
Cooling
- Small Duct High Velocity, Zoned
Appliances
- Included: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, High End Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Range Hood, Gas Cooktop, Gas Oven
- Laundry: Gas Dryer Hookup, In Unit, Laundry Chute, Sink
Features
- Built-in Features, Bookcases, High Ceilings, Granite Counters, Separate Dining Room, Pantry
- Flooring: Hardwood, Carpet, Wood
- Windows: Screens, Skylight(s), Drapes
- Basement: Finished,Exterior Entry,Bath/Stubbed,Rec/Family Area,Storage Space,Daylight,Full,Walk-Out Access
- Number of fireplaces: 3
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, More than one, Living Room, Bedroom, Dining Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 2,495 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Off Alley, Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Other, Lighting
- Fencing: Fenced,Wood
Lot
- Size: 8,712 sqft
- Dimensions: 50X174
- Features: Mature Trees
Details
- Additional structures: Garage(s)
- Parcel number: 11194110080000
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar, Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1875
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
Location
- Region: Evanston
HOA & financial
HOA
- Services included: None
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/10/2025 | Sold | $1,200,000-5.9%$481/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12281506 Report a problem | ||
| 3/17/2025 | Contingent | $1,275,000$511/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12281506 Report a problem | ||
| 2/20/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,275,000+82.1%$511/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12281506 Report a problem | ||
| 2/20/2020 | Sold | $700,000-3.4%$281/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #10600873 Report a problem | ||
| 1/7/2020 | Pending sale | $725,000$291/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Evanston #10600873 Report a problem | ||
| 1/3/2020 | Listed for sale | $725,000$291/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Residential #10600873 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | -- | $70,000 |
| 2023 | $16,144 +4.4% | $70,000 |
| 2022 | $15,466 -6.2% | $70,000 +6.9% |
| 2021 | $16,488 -3.8% | $65,462 |
| 2020 | $17,140 +12.8% | $65,462 -7.8% |
| 2019 | $15,189 +4.6% | $71,000 +20% |
| 2018 | $14,518 -12.4% | $59,174 -13.2% |
| 2017 | $16,564 +2.5% | $68,156 |
| 2016 | $16,165 +19.2% | $68,156 +23.8% |
| 2015 | $13,560 +0.8% | $55,071 |
| 2014 | $13,456 +2.6% | $55,071 |
| 2013 | $13,120 -15.7% | $55,071 -21.5% |
| 2012 | $15,572 +4.2% | $70,181 |
| 2011 | $14,944 +5.8% | $70,181 |
| 2010 | $14,119 +5.2% | $70,181 -2.5% |
| 2009 | $13,416 -3.7% | $72,000 -12.4% |
| 2008 | $13,932 +8% | $82,200 |
| 2007 | $12,903 +8.8% | $82,200 +26.1% |
| 2006 | $11,861 -0.7% | $65,202 |
| 2005 | $11,942 +3.4% | $65,202 |
| 2004 | $11,554 +10.3% | $65,202 +32.1% |
| 2003 | $10,473 +2.8% | $49,348 |
| 2002 | $10,185 +13.7% | $49,348 |
| 2001 | $8,958 +1.8% | $49,348 +26.1% |
| 2000 | $8,800 +2.3% | $39,126 |
| 1999 | $8,598 | $39,126 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 60202
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Lincoln Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.3 mi
- 8/10Nichols Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.7 mi
- 7/10Evanston Twp High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.8 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Lincoln 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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