905 Colfax Street, Evanston, Illinois 60201


$800,000

Sold
Status: Closed
Sqft: 1,600
Cost/Sqft: $499
Beds: 3
Baths: 2
Year Built: 1896
Property Taxes: $13,968
Days On Market: 70
Lot Size: 0,00
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Description

Charming 3-Story Farmhouse in Prime NE Evanston Location Set on a deep, wide lot surrounded by mature trees, this delightful 3-story farmhouse offers timeless charm and modern potential. Located in sought-after Northeast Evanston, the home features hardwood floors throughout, a cozy fireplace, and a third-floor walk-up that offers excellent potential for additional living space or a private office/studio. Enjoy the convenience of a 2-car garage plus a 2-car parking pad-ideal for guests, extra vehicles, or as a possible site for an ADU (Accessory Dwelling Unit). All this in a fantastic location close to Lake Michigan beaches, Grosse Point Lighthouse, Northwestern University, public transit (El and Metra), a golf course, Evanston Hospital, and scenic walking/bike trails.

Property Specifics

Single Family
1896
No
Cook
— / Not Applicable
12424592
11071090200000

Nearby Schools

NAME: DISTRICT: DISTANCE:
Grade School
Orrington Elementary School
65
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:
14 Aug, 2025 Sold $800,000 MRED MLS
20 Jul, 2025 Under contract $799,000 MRED MLS
18 Jul, 2025 Listed for sale $799,000 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: 1
Bathroom Amenities: —
Bathroom in Basement: 0
Additional Rooms Info:
Rooms: —
Basement: —
Basement Description: —

Other Specifics

2
50X171
Not in DB

Tax History

Year Property Taxes
2025 $13,968

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