2252 Orrington Avenue, Evanston, Illinois 60201
$1,899,000
For Sale
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Status: | Active |
Sqft: | 5,090 |
Cost/Sqft: | $373 |
Beds: | 6 |
Baths: | 5 |
Year Built: | 1916 |
Property Taxes: | $33,387 |
Days On Market: | 13 |
Lot Size: | 0,36 |
Description
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.
Property Specifics
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1916 | |
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12438805 | |
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Nearby Schools
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Grade School
Orrington Elementary School |
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Middle School
Haven Middle School |
65 | Not in DB | |
High School
Evanston Twp High School |
202 | Not in DB |
Property History
DATE: | EVENT: | PRICE: | SOURCE: |
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10 Sep, 2025 | Listed for sale | $1,899,000 | MRED MLS |



























Room Specifics
Total Bedrooms: 6
Bedrooms Above Ground: 6
Bedrooms Below Ground: 0
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Full Bathrooms: 5
Bathroom Amenities: Double Sink
Bathroom in Basement: 1
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Other Specifics
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74 X 211 | |
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Not in DB | |
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Tax History
Year | Property Taxes |
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2025 | $33,387 |
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