1226 Darrow Avenue, Evanston, Illinois 60202


$495,000

Sold
Status: Closed
Sqft: 1,706
Cost/Sqft: $292
Beds: 3
Baths: 2
Year Built: 1914
Property Taxes: $9,199
Days On Market: 466
Lot Size: 0,12
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Description

This charming 3-bed, 2-bath home blends modern updates with cozy character, making it an easy choice for your next move. The bright, open floor plan features a main-level family room and a dedicated dining area-great for everyday living or casual entertaining. While thoughtfully updated in 2025, the home retains a welcoming, lived-in feel. Dark-stained oak hardwood floors add warmth and a modern touch, while the kitchen offers both style and practicality with quartz countertops, an eye-catching backsplash, and stainless steel appliances. Recessed lighting and updated fixtures throughout provide a fresh look without sacrificing comfort. The first-floor bathroom has been refreshed, and the kitchen and bath benefit from newer plumbing-helping you settle in with confidence. Location-wise, you'll love the convenience. Just a block away, you'll find local staples like Valli Produce, Zentil, Starbucks, and Blink Fitness. Plus, you're only 10 minutes from Lake Michigan and Northwestern University. Commuting is a breeze with the Dempster St. Bus offering easy access to Downtown Evanston and O'Hare.

Property Specifics

Single Family
1914
No
0.12
Cook
0 / Not Applicable
12311514
10242000270000

Nearby Schools

NAME: DISTRICT: DISTANCE:
Grade School
Washington 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:
2 Feb, 2015 Sold $285,000 MRED MLS
12 Dec, 2014 Under contract $325,000 MRED MLS
23 Oct, 2014 Listed for sale $325,000 MRED MLS
19 Aug, 2021 Sold $415,000 MRED MLS
19 Jul, 2021 Under contract $410,000 MRED MLS
17 Jul, 2021 Listed for sale $410,000 MRED MLS
21 Apr, 2025 Sold $495,000 MRED MLS
19 Mar, 2025 Under contract $499,000 MRED MLS
13 Mar, 2025 Listed for sale $499,000 MRED MLS

Room Specifics

All Bedroom Info:
Total Bedrooms: 3
Bedrooms Above Ground: 3
Bedrooms Below Ground: 0
Second Bedroom Info:
Dimensions: —
Location: —
Floor Type: —
Third Bedroom Info:
Dimensions: —
Location: —
Floor Type: —
Bathroom Info:
Full Bathrooms: 2
Partial Bathrooms: 0
Bathroom Amenities: —
Bathroom in Basement: 0
Additional Rooms Info:
Rooms: —
Basement: —
Basement Description: —

Other Specifics

32 X 163
Not in DB

Tax History

Year Property Taxes
2015 $7,491
2021 $6,719
2025 $9,199

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