827 Madison, Evanston IL 60202
Property Description
This beautifully updated 4-bedroom, 3.1-bath Victorian in South Evanston seamlessly blends historic charm with modern updates. The home features brand-new electrical and plumbing throughout, a new city water line and meter, and a fully refurbished fireplace as the living room's cozy centerpiece. Recent renovations include a finished basement with drain tile and wall drainage systems, two additional full baths, and an extra bedroom. The laundry has been conveniently relocated upstairs, and the expansive attic offers endless possibilities as a playroom, office, or additional bedroom. This home boasts a wrap-around porch, landscaped front and back yards, a storage shed, and a one-car garage. Located on a quiet, tree-lined street near parks, shops, restaurants, and public transit. Built 126 years ago and owned by just 5 families in its lifetime, This truly is a rare opportunity to own a true piece of Evanston's history, thats been thoughtfully modernized for today's lifestyle.
Features & Information
Key Details
- List Price $899,000
- Property Taxes $14,351.76
- Square Feet 3421
- Price/ Sq. Ft. $262.79
- Year Built 1897
- Parking Type Garage
- Status Active
Rooms
- Total Rooms 11
- Basement F
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Master Bedroom
- Master Bath N
- Room Size 18X15
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Bedroom 2
- Room Size 13X11
- Floor Level 2nd Level
- Flooring Hardwood
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Bedroom 3
- Room Size 15X16
- Floor Level 2nd Level
- Flooring Hardwood
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Bedroom 4
- Room Size 15X9
- Floor Level Basement
- Flooring Vinyl
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Living Room
- Room Size 15X28
- Floor Level Main Level
- Flooring Hardwood
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Family Room
- Room Size 22X15
- Floor Level Basement
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Dining Room
- Room Size 16X14
- Floor Level Main Level
- Flooring Hardwood
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Kitchen
- Room Size 14X10
- Kitchen Type Eating Area-Table Space,Galley,SolidSurfaceCounter
- Floor Level Main Level
- Flooring Hardwood
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Basement
- Basement Description Partially Finished
- Bathroom(s) in Basement Y
Additional Rooms
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Additional Room 1
- Additional Room 1 Name Recreation Rm
- Additional Room Size 18X28
- Additional Room Level 2nd Level
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Additional Room 2
- Additional Room 2 Name Sitting
- Additional Room Size 7X15
- Additional Room Level 2nd Level
- Additional Room Flooring Carpet
Interior Features
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Heating & Cooling
- Heating Type Gas
- Air Conditioning Space Pac, None
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Fireplace
- # of Fireplaces 1
- Type of Fireplace Wood Burning
Exterior Features
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Building Information
- Age of Building 100+ Years
- Exterior Construction Brick,Frame,Masonite
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Parking
- Parking Garage
- # of Cars 1
Location
- County Cook
- Township Evanston
- Corporate Limits Evanston
- Directions to Property Main To Sherman, South 2 Blocks To Madison, Head West To 827
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Schools
- Elementary School District 65
- School Name Oakton Elementary School
- Junior High District 65
- School Name Chute Middle School
- High School District: 202
- School Name Evanston Twp High School
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Property Taxes
- Tax 14351.76
- Tax Year 2023
- Tax Exemptions Homeowner,Senior
- Parcel Identification Number 11193060110000
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Lot Information
- Dimensions 50 X 130
- Acreage 0.1492
Utilities
- Sewer Sewer-Publ
Listed by Catherine Riddle for Compass | Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
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