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1215 Washington ST Evanston, IL 60202
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Key Details
Sold Price $1,100,000
Property Type Single Family Home
Sub Type Detached Single
Listing Status Sold
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 3,635 sqft
Price per Sqft $302
MLS Listing ID 12600550
Sold Date 04/20/26
Style Farmhouse
Bedrooms 5
Full Baths 3
Half Baths 1
Year Built 1884
Annual Tax Amount $15,269
Tax Year 2024
Lot Size 7,248 Sqft
Lot Dimensions 50x145
Property Sub-Type Detached Single
Property Description
OPEN 11-1 Sat 4/4 | OFFERS DUE 12pm MON 4/6. Welcome home to this enchanting 5-bedroom | 3.1-bath South Evanston farmhouse, where timeless charm meets thoughtful modern updates. Beautifully restored, curated, and full of artisan spirit, this home offers the perfect blend of vintage appeal and today's conveniences. A welcoming covered front porch invites you in and opens to a private Foyer anchored by a dramatic mahogany staircase, setting the tone for this unexpectedly spacious, flexible and thoughtfully designed home. Hardwood floors and updated modern light fixtures enhance the warm, magical, and inviting feel throughout. The main level is ideal for both everyday living and entertaining, featuring soaring 9-foot ceilings and impressive 7-foot windows that fill the home with an abundance of natural light. A generous Living Room flows seamlessly into the Dining Room and updated culinary Kitchen - the heart of the home. Designed with both style and function in mind, the Kitchen offers island seating, painted cabinetry, a convenient walk-in pantry, and high-end appliances (2020-2021), including a Fisher & Paykel refrigerator, GE Cafe range, and Bosch dishwasher. The main level also includes a versatile Den with a custom-built, whimsical yet functional rustic woodland live-edge corner desk, along with a private Guest Bedroom featuring an Ensuite Bath with dual sinks, jetted tub, and bidet. The Guest Bedroom also offers an adjoining Sunroom currently used as an artist's studio. These flexible spaces easily adapt to your needs as a home office, guest suite, in-law arrangement, or additional living space. A stylish Powder Room and a combination Mudroom/Laundry with LG washer & dryer (2020) complete the main level. Upstairs, the bright Primary Suite with skylight offers a tranquil retreat with a beautifully appointed Ensuite Bath, including a double vanity, soaking tub with overhead shower, and two nice sized closets. Three additional Bedrooms provide exceptional flexibility, with one large enough to serve as a family room, office, playroom, or studio. A full Hall Bath and a cozy Nook -perfect for reading, a writing desk, yoga, or potential walk-in closet or second-floor laundry - round out the upper level. Major updates include newer windows, newer siding and roof (2018), SpacePak central air (2019), high-efficiency boiler with two zones (2024), 75 Gal water heater (2024) 200-amp electrical service (2024), offering peace of mind for years to come. Additional features include an unfinished basement, detached 2-car garage, and a charming shed ideal for storage, hobbies, or creative use. Ideally located near parks, Robert Crown Community Center, CTA and Metra, the Main Dempster Mile shopping and dining district, as well as Evanston's beautiful beaches and lakefront bike paths. A truly special home. Do not miss this one-of-a-kind treasure!
Location
State IL
County Cook
Area Evanston
Rooms
Basement Unfinished, Full
Interior
Interior Features 1st Floor Bedroom, In-Law Floorplan, 1st Floor Full Bath, High Ceilings, Separate Dining Room, Pantry, Replacement Windows
Heating Natural Gas, Radiator(s), Zoned
Cooling Small Duct High Velocity
Flooring Hardwood
Equipment CO Detectors, Ceiling Fan(s)
Fireplace N
Appliance Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Laundry Main Level, Gas Dryer Hookup
Exterior
Garage Spaces 2.5
Community Features Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
Roof Type Asphalt
Building
Lot Description Landscaped, Wooded, Mature Trees
Building Description Vinyl Siding, No
Sewer Public Sewer
Water Lake Michigan
Level or Stories 2 Stories
Structure Type Vinyl Siding
New Construction false
Schools
Elementary Schools Oakton Elementary School
Middle Schools Chute Middle School
High Schools Evanston Twp High School
School District 65 , 65, 202
Others
HOA Fee Include None
Ownership Fee Simple
Special Listing Condition List Broker Must Accompany
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Bought with Lynn Briskin of @properties Christie's International Real Estate
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