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1131 Forest AVE Evanston, IL 60202

6 Beds

3.5 Baths

4,400 SqFt

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Key Details

Property Type Single Family Home

Sub Type Detached Single

Listing Status Active

Purchase Type For Sale

Square Footage 4,400 sqft

Price per Sqft $437

MLS Listing ID 12382238

Bedrooms 6

Full Baths 3

Half Baths 1

Year Built 1904

Annual Tax Amount $24,616

Tax Year 2023

Lot Dimensions 50X150

Property Sub-Type Detached Single

Property Description

Beloved, beautifully renovated SE home by the lake seeking new owners who want a move-in ready house bursting with sunlight and joy! Built in 1904 by notable architectural firm Frost and Granger (Charles Frost designed the Navy Pier Auditorium) and located on a lovely stretch of Forest Avenue, this 6 bedroom/3.1 bath historic gem contains oversized windows, high ceilings and sweeping views throughout. Unlike choppy floor plans typical of the home's era, the layout offers unobstructed east west views and 9 ft ceilings throughout most of the house. The show stopping kitchen renovation and sunroom addition were completed in 2022 and feature new Marvin windows and French doors that lead to the backyard, gas fireplace, custom shaker cabinets, marble countertops, Waterworks faucet and designer appliances. Relax in front of the kitchen's renovated gas fireplace and eat-in sunroom with custom banquets. Adjoining the kitchen, the dining room (which current owners use as a family room) is wonderful, with original plaster wall paneling and four windows that are over 6 feet high that flood the room with light. In addition to the dining (family) room, the living room is large enough to accommodate a separate dining space and seating area in front of the restored wood burning fireplace. The two separate spacious common areas on the first floor are perfect for both intimate and large gatherings. Off of the living room, two sets of floor to ceiling double French doors open to the covered terrace, which is a favorite place to gather, relax on the porch swing and enjoy al fresco dining. Two separate staircases lead to the second floor, where four of the six bedrooms and one of the laundry rooms are located. The primary bedroom has a walk-in closet and spa-like ensuite bathroom. Three other large bedrooms, a bathroom with a custom double vanity and cheerful floor tiles, and a huge walk-in linen closet complete the space. With 9 foot ceilings and a wonderful cut out detail perfect for house plants, the hallway is open and bright. The third floor is also expansive and light with 8 foot ceilings and large windows. There are two more bedrooms, a media/lounge space that could also be used as an office or workout room, an adorable bathroom, two large walk-in hallway closets and nooks in the hall perfect for study/meditation/yoga spaces. The large basement contains waterproof flooring throughout and additional laundry great for pets, sandy beach towels and sport gear/clothes. There is also an office, two large storage closets and ample space for socializing and working out. The walk-out basement offers the opportunity to explore creating in-law/au pair/rental possibilities. Outside, the back yard contains uniform cedar fencing and beautiful professional landscaping/hardscaping throughout. 2020 tear off roof for the home and two car garage and both repainted in 2022. The home's unbeatable SE location is within walking distance to the lake front parks and trails, Greenwood and Lee Street beaches, Northwestern, Dempster Street 'L', Main Street 'L' and Metra, Main Street Corridor shops and restaurants, downtown Evanston, Trader Joe's and a 30 minute drive to downtown Chicago. There are too many updates to list (please see 4 page update sheet) for this unique historic home. Listing broker is owner.

Location

State IL

County Cook

Area Evanston

Rooms

Basement Partially Finished, Exterior Entry, Full, Walk-Out Access

Interior

Interior Features Walk-In Closet(s), High Ceilings, Historic/Period Mlwk, Open Floorplan

Heating Natural Gas

Cooling Partial, Small Duct High Velocity

Flooring Hardwood

Fireplaces Number 2

Fireplaces Type Wood Burning, Gas Starter

Fireplace Y

Appliance Range, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Range Hood, Gas Cooktop, Gas Oven

Laundry Upper Level, Gas Dryer Hookup, Electric Dryer Hookup, Multiple Locations

Exterior

Garage Spaces 2.0

Roof Type Asphalt

Building

Lot Description Landscaped

Dwelling Type Detached Single

Building Description Stucco, No

Sewer Public Sewer

Water Lake Michigan, Public

Structure Type Stucco

New Construction false

Schools

Elementary Schools Lincoln Elementary School

Middle Schools Nichols Middle School

High Schools Evanston Twp High School

School District 65 , 65, 202

Others

HOA Fee Include None

Ownership Fee Simple

Special Listing Condition List Broker Must Accompany

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Listed by Stephanie Michel • @properties Christie's International Real Estate

Katie Foss

Agent | License ID: 475.156593

+1(224) 261-5782

Katie Foss

1131 Forest AVE Evanston, IL 60202

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