1005 Michigan Avenue, Evanston, Illinois 60202


$1,750,000

Sold
Status: Closed
Sqft: 6,120
Cost/Sqft: $293
Beds: 6
Baths: 5
Year Built: 1913
Property Taxes: $33,483
Days On Market: 1905
Lot Size: 0,34
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Description

Stately landmark home built in 1913 designed by renowned Chicago architect Howard Van Doren Shaw is situated on a huge prime corner lot on one of Evanston's prettiest streets just two blocks from the lake, and a short walk to Main St. shops, restaurants and trains. This three story brick home was first renovated in 2009-2010 with continued improvements: new electric, new plumbing, new bathrooms, new kitchen, new boiler, two new space Pak AC systems, refinished oak floors, new windows in second floor sunroom, new elevator, new fence, new deck, Generac generator and landscaped backyard. Enter through the double front door into the spacious first floor featuring French doors, archways, oak floors, beautiful front staircase, library with fireplace , living room with impressive woodburning fireplace, sunroom/family room, formal dining room, and white cabinet kitchen with black granite countertops, large island, heated floors, table space, butlers pantry, Thermodor and Bosch appliances, and a custom wood ceiling. The second floor is accessible by both front and back staircases, plus an elevator running from basement to third floor. There are four corner bedrooms (two with fireplaces) including two that share a Jack & Jill bathroom, and a primary bedroom with a private shower bathroom, walk in closet and adjoining sun room with wonderful natural light. More space on the third floor - perfect for teens and guests! Two bedrooms, a new bathroom and a huge playroom/studio. The basement features a tiled laundry room, half bath, storage room and enormous utility/additional storage room with built in shelving. Brand new in 2020 - slate tile and bitumen roofs on the house, copper downspouts, and a new garage roof. Fabulous yard ( double lot measuring 100 by 150) with a wood deck, brick patio, new cedar fence, perennials and pathways. A true oasis to enjoy all year around! This is an estate sale.

Property Specifics

Single Family
Georgian
1913
Full
No
0.34
Cook
0 / Not Applicable
None
Lake Michigan,Public
Public Sewer
10849508
11192180090000

Nearby Schools

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

Property History

DATE: EVENT: PRICE: SOURCE:
28 Aug, 2009 Sold $1,200,000 MRED MLS
18 Aug, 2009 Under contract $1,275,000 MRED MLS
17 Aug, 2009 Listed for sale $1,275,000 MRED MLS
13 Nov, 2020 Sold $1,750,000 MRED MLS
23 Sep, 2020 Under contract $1,795,000 MRED MLS
Last price change $1,850,000 MRED MLS
8 Sep, 2020 Listed for sale $1,850,000 MRED MLS

Room Specifics

All Bedroom Info:
Total Bedrooms: 6
Bedrooms Above Ground: 6
Bedrooms Below Ground: 0
Second Bedroom Info:
Dimensions: —
Location: —
Floor Type: Hardwood
Third Bedroom Info:
Dimensions: —
Location: —
Floor Type: Hardwood
Fourth Bedroom Info:
Dimensions: —
Location: —
Floor Type: Hardwood
Fifth Bedroom Info:
Dimensions: —
Location: —
Floor Type: —
Sixth Bedroom Info:
Dimensions: —
Location: —
Floor Type: —
Bathroom Info:
Full Bathrooms: 5
Partial Bathrooms: 2
Bathroom Amenities: —
Bathroom in Basement: 1
Additional Rooms Info:
Rooms: Bedroom 5,Bedroom 6,Library,Heated Sun Room,Foyer,Walk In Closet,Deck,Other Room,Play Room
Basement: Full
Basement Description: Partially Finished

Other Specifics

2
Concrete Perimeter
Off Alley
Deck, Brick Paver Patio, Storms/Screens
Corner Lot,Fenced Yard,Landscaped
100 X 150
Pull Down Stair,Unfinished
Full
Elevator, Hardwood Floors, Walk-In Closet(s)
Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Cooktop, Built-In Oven, Down Draft, Gas Cooktop, Electric Oven
Not in DB
Park, Curbs, Gated, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
Wood Burning

Tax History

Year Property Taxes
2009 $26,103
2020 $33,483

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