1215 Washington Street, Evanston, Illinois 60202


$925,000

For Sale
Status: New
Sqft: 3,635
Cost/Sqft: $254
Beds: 5
Baths: 4
Year Built: 1884
Property Taxes: $15,270
Days On Market: 7
Lot Size: 0,17
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Description

OPEN 11-1 Sat 4/4 | OFFERS DUE 12pm MON 4/6. Welcome home to this enchanting 5-bedroom | 3.1-bath South Evanston farmhouse, where timeless charm meets thoughtful modern updates. Beautifully restored, curated, and full of artisan spirit, this home offers the perfect blend of vintage appeal and today's conveniences. A welcoming covered front porch invites you in and opens to a private Foyer anchored by a dramatic mahogany staircase, setting the tone for this unexpectedly spacious, flexible and thoughtfully designed home. Hardwood floors and updated modern light fixtures enhance the warm, magical, and inviting feel throughout. The main level is ideal for both everyday living and entertaining, featuring soaring 9-foot ceilings and impressive 7-foot windows that fill the home with an abundance of natural light. A generous Living Room flows seamlessly into the Dining Room and updated culinary Kitchen - the heart of the home. Designed with both style and function in mind, the Kitchen offers island seating, painted cabinetry, a convenient walk-in pantry, and high-end appliances (2020-2021), including a Fisher & Paykel refrigerator, GE Cafe range, and Bosch dishwasher. The main level also includes a versatile Den with a custom-built, whimsical yet functional rustic woodland live-edge corner desk, along with a private Guest Bedroom featuring an Ensuite Bath with dual sinks, jetted tub, and bidet. The Guest Bedroom also offers an adjoining Sunroom currently used as an artist's studio. These flexible spaces easily adapt to your needs as a home office, guest suite, in-law arrangement, or additional living space. A stylish Powder Room and a combination Mudroom/Laundry with LG washer & dryer (2020) complete the main level. Upstairs, the bright Primary Suite with skylight offers a tranquil retreat with a beautifully appointed Ensuite Bath, including a double vanity, soaking tub with overhead shower, and two nice sized closets. Three additional Bedrooms provide exceptional flexibility, with one large enough to serve as a family room, office, playroom, or studio. A full Hall Bath and a cozy Nook -perfect for reading, a writing desk, yoga, or potential walk-in closet or second-floor laundry - round out the upper level. Major updates include newer windows, newer siding and roof (2018), SpacePak central air (2019), high-efficiency boiler with two zones (2024), 75 Gal water heater (2024) 200-amp electrical service (2024), offering peace of mind for years to come. Additional features include an unfinished basement, detached 2-car garage, and a charming shed ideal for storage, hobbies, or creative use. Ideally located near parks, Robert Crown Community Center, CTA and Metra, the Main Dempster Mile shopping and dining district, as well as Evanston's beautiful beaches and lakefront bike paths. A truly special home. Do not miss this one-of-a-kind treasure!

Property Specifics

Single Family
1884
No
0.17
Cook
0 / Not Applicable
12600550
11193000200000

Nearby Schools

NAME: DISTRICT: DISTANCE:
Grade School
Oakton Elementary School
65
Middle School
Chute Middle School
65 Not in DB
High School
Evanston Twp High School
202 Not in DB

Property History

DATE: EVENT: PRICE: SOURCE:
5 Nov, 2010 Sold $275,000 MRED MLS
17 Sep, 2010 Under contract $329,000 MRED MLS
Last price change $349,000 MRED MLS
26 Mar, 2010 Listed for sale $389,000 MRED MLS
10 May, 2019 Sold $675,000 MRED MLS
16 Mar, 2019 Under contract $675,000 MRED MLS
14 Mar, 2019 Listed for sale $675,000 MRED MLS
30 Mar, 2026 Listed for sale $925,000 MRED MLS

Room Specifics

All Bedroom Info:
Total Bedrooms: 5
Bedrooms Above Ground: 5
Bedrooms Below Ground: 0
Second Bedroom Info:
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Location: —
Floor Type: —
Third Bedroom Info:
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Location: —
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Fourth Bedroom Info:
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Fifth Bedroom Info:
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Bathroom Info:
Full Bathrooms: 4
Partial Bathrooms: 1
Bathroom Amenities: Whirlpool,Double Sink,Bidet
Bathroom in Basement: 0
Additional Rooms Info:
Rooms: —
Basement: —
Basement Description: —

Other Specifics

2.5
50x145
Unfinished
Not in DB

Tax History

Year Property Taxes
2010 $1,719
2019 $10,816
2026 $15,270

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