720 Michigan Avenue, Evanston, Illinois 60202


$1,050,000

Sold
Status: Closed
Sqft: 3,527
Cost/Sqft: $326
Beds: 5
Baths: 4
Year Built: 1888
Property Taxes: $24,485
Days On Market: 1777
Lot Size: 0,20
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Description

Location and charm! From the welcoming front porch, you are greeted with a rich sense of history in this three story, five bedroom storybook Landmark Victorian. Nestled in the Evanston Lakeshore Historic District, the home's notable period details are exquisitely featured in this "Painted Lady". Intricate details shine thru in the craftsmanship of woodwork and the restored bead board ceiling on the porch entryway. Utmost care has been taken to retain the integrity of home and highlight its unique details while offering conveniences sought out by today's buyers. Lovely restored fireplace with original surrounding tiles in the living room (parlor) has been outfitted with a gas starter. Thoughtful high-end remodel of kitchen in 2014 includes wall of southern facing windows, large island with seating at island bar and an expanded eat-in/study area. Abundant built-in cabinetry with six burner Wolf gas range/convection, Subzero refrigerator, Bosch dishwasher and buffet built in serving area with beverage frig and freezer drawer. Rear entry mud room leads to a detached two-car garage & fully fenced in back yard with brick paver patio! First floor offers nearly 10-foot ceiling height with all hardwood flooring and 1st floor family room. Second floor has all hardwood flooring, is where all five bedrooms reside with primary suite having its own full bath with separate shower, jacuzzi tub, skylights, and vaulted ceiling. Relaxing and sunny sitting area in primary suite offers fully organized dual closets and skylights. Beautifully remodeled 2017- second floor hall bath with double sinks. The third floor is convenient flexible space: office/zoom room, family room, or additional en suite bedroom. Zoned heating & A/C, third floor spacepak. Basement is full & unfinished with laundry area, abundant storage & additional expansion possibilities. Ring Doorbell, ADT security outfitted. Generously situated on a 50*172 lot, one is surrounded by like homes with expansive city parkway setback and surrounded by mature city trees. Grab this special opportunity to live in one of Evanston's most sought after neighborhoods! One block to Lake Michigan, numerous city parks and beaches blocks away, four blocks to Metra, "L" and Main street shops!

Property Specifics

Single Family
Victorian
1888
Full
VICTORIAN "PAINTED LADY"
No
0.2
Cook
— / Not Applicable
None
Lake Michigan
Public Sewer
10959111
11194100300000

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:
9 Apr, 2021 Sold $1,050,000 MRED MLS
15 Feb, 2021 Under contract $1,149,000 MRED MLS
Last price change $1,199,000 MRED MLS
28 Dec, 2020 Listed for sale $1,199,000 MRED MLS

Room Specifics

All Bedroom Info:
Total Bedrooms: 5
Bedrooms Above Ground: 5
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: —
Bathroom Info:
Full Bathrooms: 4
Partial Bathrooms: 1
Bathroom Amenities: Whirlpool,Separate Shower
Bathroom in Basement: 0
Additional Rooms Info:
Rooms: Bedroom 5,Eating Area,Foyer,Bonus Room
Basement: Full
Basement Description: Unfinished

Other Specifics

2
Off Alley
Patio, Brick Paver Patio, Storms/Screens
Landscaped,Partial Fencing,Sidewalks,Streetlights,Wood Fence
50X172
Finished
Full
Vaulted/Cathedral Ceilings, Skylight(s), Hardwood Floors, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s), Historic/Period Mlwk, Granite Counters
Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Bar Fridge, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Range Hood, Gas Oven, Range, Refrigerator
Not in DB
Park, Lake, Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
Gas Starter

Tax History

Year Property Taxes
2021 $24,485

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