1120 Dobson St

Evanston, IL 60202

$850,000
Price
5
Beds
3,163 Sq. Ft.
$269 / Sq. Ft.
3,163
Sq. Ft.
$269
per Sq. Ft.
@properties Coming Soon
@properties Coming Soon

Description

Welcome to this expansive bungalow-style home featuring a main-floor primary suite and an inviting open-concept family and kitchen area. This meticulously restored historic gem beautifully blends classic charm with modern comfort, showcasing thoughtful, period-appropriate restorations throughout. This stunning 5-bedroom, 3.1-bathroom home offers a cozy yet spacious atmosphere, perfect for creating lasting memories with family and friends. The kitchen features stainless steel appliances, a center...Welcome to this expansive bungalow-style home featuring a main-floor primary suite and an inviting open-concept family and kitchen area. This meticulously restored historic gem beautifully blends classic charm with modern comfort, showcasing thoughtful, period-appropriate restorations throughout. This stunning 5-bedroom, 3.1-bathroom home offers a cozy yet spacious atmosphere, perfect for creating lasting memories with family and friends. The kitchen features stainless steel appliances, a center island, and a walk-in pantry, providing both functionality and style. The upper level includes three additional bedrooms with walk in closets and a full bathroom, while the walkout lower level offers a large recreation room, fifth bedroom, full bath, and a generous laundry room. Enjoy outdoor living in the peaceful, private backyard, complemented by a two-car detached garage for added convenience. Extensive updates completed within the past two years include new furnaces with an electric heat pump, new air conditioners, upgraded attic insulation, storm sewer protection, new appliances and kitchen counters, a rebuilt wood-burning fireplace, newly added electric fireplace, and 2.5 updated bathrooms. Original windows have been preserved along the entire north-facing side to maintain the home's historic integrity, while the remaining windows have been updated and original hardwood floors throughout. Nestled on a quiet, tree-lined street just moments from local shops, restaurants, and transportation, this home offers the perfect blend of character, comfort, and modern efficiency. Don't miss the opportunity to make this exceptional home your own!
  1. Listed by Jennifer Cashman • @properties Christie’s International Real Estate
    P: (708)-945-6839 C: (708)-945-6839 Jennifercashman@atproperties.com

Property Details for 1120 Dobson Street

Area
Evanston
Township
Evanston
Ownership
Fee Simple
Num Of Garage Spaces
2.0
Num Of Parking Spaces
2.0
Parking Included in Price
Yes
Air Conditioning Type
Central Air
Num of Interior Fireplaces
1
LISTING UPDATED: 02/19/2026 07:18 PM

Property Details for 1120 Dobson Street

StatusActive ( Private )
MLS #12570441
Days on Market-
Taxes$13,681 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeDetached Single / 1.5 Story
Year Built1926
Lot Size0.14 AC / 6,229 SF
CountyCook County

Location

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Building Information for 1120 Dobson Street

Stories-Year Built1926Building Size-Lot Size0.14 AC / 6,229 SF

Payment Calculator

$5,283 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$4,143

Property Taxes

$1,140

HOA Dues

$0

The Payment Calculator is for illustrative purposes only.

Property Information for 1120 Dobson Street

General Information
School Information
  • Elementary School District: 65
  • Elementary School: Oakton Elementary School
  • Jr High Middle School: Chute Middle School
  • High School District: 202
  • High School: Evanston Twp High School
  • Middle Or Junior School District: 65
Addtl Parking Information
  • Parking Details: Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Association Fee Includes: None
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
  • Additional Parcels: No
Property Information
Interior Features
  • Interior Property Features: 1st Floor Bedroom, Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Num Of Rooms: 11
  • Bedrooms Total: 5
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
  • Basement Type: Finished, Full, Daylight
  • Bedrooms Possible: 5
  • Air Conditioning: Central Air
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Basement Bathrooms: Yes
  • Fireplace Location: Living Room
  • Room Type: Bedroom 5, Eating Area, Recreation Room, Foyer, Walk In Closet
  • Num of Baths: 3.1
Exterior Features
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Type: 1.5 Story
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Water: Public
  • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, All Stainless Steel Kitchen Appliances
Property/Lot Information
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Rebuilt: No
  • Rehabilitated: No
  • Built Before 1978: Yes
  • Age: 91-100 Years
  • Type Detached: 1.5 Story
  • Total Sq Ft: 3163
  • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 3163
  • Total Finished and Unfin Sq Ft: 3163
  • Lower Sq Ft: 1166
  • Main Sq Ft: 1267
  • Upper Sq Ft: 730
  • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Lot Size Source: County Records
  • Lot Dimensions: 40X155
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • Construction: Brick
  • Roof Type: Asphalt
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • General Information: None
  • Living Area Source: Plans
  • Assessor Square Footage: 2167
Property and Assessments
  • Buyer Financing: Conventional, Cash
  • Public Document Count: 1
  • Document Date: 2026-02-18T20:38:32
  • Photos Count: 3
  • Rural: N
  • OpenHouse Count: 0
Virtual Tour/Additional Media
  • Virtual Tour: None
  • Virtual Tour YN: No
Room Information
Master Bedroom Information
  • Master Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Master Bedroom
  • Master Bedroom Bath: Full
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 14X10
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 16X12
Bedroom #3 Information
  • 3rd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 24X9
Bedroom #4 Information
  • 4th Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom #4 Room Dimensions: 12X11
Bedroom #5 Information
  • 5th Bedroom Level: Lower
  • Room Type: Bedroom 5
  • Bedroom #5 Room Dimensions: 14X9
Dining Room Information
  • Dining Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
  • Dining Room Dimensions: 15X12
Family Room Information
  • Family Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_FR: Family Room
  • Family Room Dimensions: 16X14
Kitchen Information
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 13X12
Laundry Information
  • Laundry Level: Lower
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Laundry Dimensions: 10X9
Living Room Information
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Living Room Dimensions: 19X15
Walk In Closet 1 Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Walk In Closet
  • Dimensions: 6X4
Foyer Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Foyer
  • Dimensions: 6X6
Recreation Room Information
  • Room Level: Lower
  • Room Type: Recreation Room
  • Dimensions: 36X24
Eating Area Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Eating Area
  • Dimensions: 6X5

Property History for 1120 Dobson Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jun 16, 2023

Sold

MRED #11769785

$699,000—
Jun 13, 2023

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1513334627

$699,000

+0.2% / yr

May 16, 2023

Listed (Active)

MRED #11769785

$699,000—
May 16, 2023

Pending

MRED #11769785

—
May 16, 2023

Contingent

MRED #11769785

—
Apr 28, 2023

Listed (Active)

MRED #11769785

$699,000—
Sep 19, 2006

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #203802611

$676,000

+135.7% / yr

Jan 11, 2006

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #173203753

$375,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
06/16/2023

Sold

MRED #11769785

$699,000
06/13/2023

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1513334627

$699,000

+0.2% / yr

05/16/2023

Listed (Active)

MRED #11769785

$699,000
05/16/2023

Pending

MRED #11769785

—
05/16/2023

Contingent

MRED #11769785

—
04/28/2023

Listed (Active)

MRED #11769785

$699,000
09/19/2006

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #203802611

$676,000

+135.7% / yr

01/11/2006

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #173203753

$375,000

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 1120 Dobson Street

Taxable ValueLand$9,984Additions$44,016Total$54,000
Tax Record2023$12,432 ($1,036 / month)
Home Facts
Beds5Baths2Total Finished SqFt2,167 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,167 SqFtStories2Lot Size6,240 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1926CountyCOOKAPN11-30-122-003Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 1120 Dobson Street

This home is within Evanston Twp Hsd 202 School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Oakton Elementary School
Public - K to 5
Chute Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Evanston Twp High School
Public - 9 to 12
Rice Childrens Center
Public - 1 to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Oakton Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Chute Middle School
Public6 to 8

Evanston Twp High School
Public9 to 12

Rice Childrens Center
Public1 to 8

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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More information about 1120 Dobson Street, Evanston, IL 60202

1120 Dobson Street is a single family home Coming Soon in Evanston, IL 60202. This property is currently priced at $850,000. This listing's school districts are Evanston Central Consolidated School District 65, Evanston Twp Hsd 202 School District. Nearby schools include Oakton Elementary School, Chute Middle School and Evanston Twp High School. 1120 Dobson Street is a 5-bed, 4-bath, 3,163 sqft single family home built in 1926.

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