1319 Forest Ave

$2,340,000
Last Sold Price
4
Beds
4,885 Sq. Ft.
$479 / Sq. Ft.
4,885
Sq. Ft.
$479
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Picturesque, one of a kind home set back on a cobblestone courtyard in the Lakeshore Historic District just blocks from downtown Evanston & the lake. Originally built in 1894 as a coach house, the home was meticulously renovated ('99 to '04) by a well known luxury builder. Attention to every detail while maintaining the integrity of the architectural features is evident in each room. First floor is ideal for entertaining with a circular floor plan, eleven foot ceilings, custom millwork, wet bar,...Picturesque, one of a kind home set back on a cobblestone courtyard in the Lakeshore Historic District just blocks from downtown Evanston & the lake. Originally built in 1894 as a coach house, the home was meticulously renovated ('99 to '04) by a well known luxury builder. Attention to every detail while maintaining the integrity of the architectural features is evident in each room. First floor is ideal for entertaining with a circular floor plan, eleven foot ceilings, custom millwork, wet bar, stunning living room with limestone fireplace, formal dining room, family room with vaulted skylight, & chef's kitchen featuring island, top of the line appliances, custom cabinetry & breakfast room. Three ensuite bedrooms with baths on the second floor including master suite with luxury bath, steam shower & walk in closet. Fourth bedroom with bath on first floor. Basement with custom office, rec room, sauna & spa. Enjoy the pool & entertain on the new bluestone patio. Enclosed carport for 3.

Property Details for 1319 Forest Avenue

Area
Evanston
Township
EVANSTON
Ownership
Fee Simple
Num Of Parking Spaces
3.0
Num Of Cars
3.0
Parking Included in Price
Yes
Air Conditioning Type
Central Air, Zoned
Num of Interior Fireplaces
2
LISTING UPDATED: 05/05/2021 06:15 AM

Property Details for 1319 Forest Avenue

StatusClosed
MLS #10047735
Days on Market3
Taxes$25,702 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeDetached Single / 2 Stories
Year Built1919
Lot Size0.38 AC / 16,700 SF
CountyCook County

Location

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Building Information for 1319 Forest Avenue

Stories-Year Built1919Building Size-Lot Size0.38 AC / 16,700 SF

Payment Calculator

$13,705 per month

30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest

Principal and Interest

$11,563

Property Taxes

$2,142

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 1319 Forest Avenue

General Information
School Information
  • Elementary School District: 65
  • Elementary School: DEWEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
  • Jr High Middle School: NICHOLS MIDDLE SCHOOL
  • High School District: 202
  • High School: EVANSTON TWP HIGH SCHOOL
  • Middle Or Junior School District: 65
Addtl Parking Information
  • Parking: Space/s
  • Parking Details: Off Street, Driveway
  • Parking On Site: true
  • Parking Ownership: Owned
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Association Fee Includes: None
  • Master Association Fee: No
Property Information
Interior Features
  • Interior Property Features: Vaulted/Cathedral Ceilings, Sauna/Steam Room, Bar-Wet, Hardwood Floors, First Floor Bedroom, First Floor Full Bath
  • Num Of Rooms: 11
  • Bedrooms Total: 4
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
  • Community Features: Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
  • Bath Amenities: Whirlpool,Steam Shower,Double Sink
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
  • Basement Type: Full
  • Bedrooms Possible: 4
  • Air Conditioning: Central Air, Zoned
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
  • Basement Description: Finished
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Basement Bathrooms: Yes
  • Fireplace Location: Living Room,Basement
  • Room Type: Office, Recreation Room, Foyer, Walk In Closet, Breakfast Room
  • Num of Baths: 4.2
Exterior Features
  • Type: 2 Stories
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Water: Lake Michigan, Public
  • Appliances: Oven-Double, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Refrigerator-Bar, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Grill-Indoor, All Stainless Steel Kitchen Appliances, Wine Cooler/Refrigerator, Cooktop, Oven/Built-In, Range Hood
  • Other Equipment: TV-Cable, Security System, Sump Pump
Property/Lot Information
  • Exterior Property Features: Patio, Pool In-Ground, Storms/Screens
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Rebuilt: No
  • Rehabilitated: Yes
  • Rehab Year: 1999
  • Built Before 1978: Yes
  • Age: 91-100 Years
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Lot Description: Fenced Yard, Landscaped Professionally
  • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Lot Dimensions: 122 X 137
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • Driveway: Circular,Other
  • Exterior Building Type: Stone, Other
  • Roof Type: Tile, Other
  • Foundation Details: Stone
  • General Information: Historical District
  • Living Area Source: Assessor
  • Assessor Square Footage: 4580
Property and Assessments
  • Photos Count: 44
Virtual Tour/Additional Media
  • Virtual Tour: None
  • Virtual Tour YN: No
  • Virtual Tour Date: 09-04-2018
Room Information
Master Bedroom Information
  • Master Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Master Bedroom
  • Master Bedroom Bath: Full
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 19X18
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 17X14
Bedroom #3 Information
  • 3rd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 19X15
Bedroom #4 Information
  • 4th Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom #4 Room Dimensions: 16X13
Dining Room Information
  • Dining Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
  • Dining Room Dimensions: 20X15
Family Room Information
  • Family Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_FR: Family Room
  • Family Room Dimensions: 16X16
Kitchen Information
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 17X16
Laundry Information
  • Laundry Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Laundry Dimensions: 11X11
Living Room Information
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Living Room Dimensions: 27X26
Walk In Closet 1 Information
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Walk In Closet
  • Dimensions: 8X6
Foyer Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Foyer
  • Dimensions: 12X5
Recreation Room Information
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Recreation Room
  • Dimensions: 27X13
Office Information
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Office
  • Dimensions: 23X16
Bar or Entertainment Room Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bar/Entertainment
  • Dimensions: 8X5
Breakfast Room Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Breakfast Room
  • Dimensions: 9X9

Property History for 1319 Forest Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Nov 17, 2025

Cancelled

MRED #12453752

$3,750,000
Sep 3, 2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12453752

$3,995,000
Aug 4, 2025

Cancelled

MRED #12411628

$3,995,000
Jul 13, 2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12411628

$3,995,000
Nov 20, 2018

Sold

MRED #10047735

$2,340,000
Nov 8, 2018

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #634966950

$2,340,000

+0.8% / yr

Sep 6, 2018

Pending

MRED #10047735

Sep 4, 2018

Listed (Active)

MRED #10047735

$2,300,000
Dec 30, 2005

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #192463745

$2,100,000
Nov 16, 2005

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #172492934

$2,100,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
11/17/2025

Cancelled

MRED #12453752

$3,750,000
09/03/2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12453752

$3,995,000
08/04/2025

Cancelled

MRED #12411628

$3,995,000
07/13/2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12411628

$3,995,000
11/20/2018

Sold

MRED #10047735

$2,340,000
11/08/2018

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #634966950

$2,340,000

+0.8% / yr

09/06/2018

Pending

MRED #10047735

09/04/2018

Listed (Active)

MRED #10047735

$2,300,000
12/30/2005

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #192463745

$2,100,000
11/16/2005

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #172492934

$2,100,000

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

Public Records for 1319 Forest Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$25,050Additions$79,005Total$104,055
Tax Record2023$24,388 ($2,032 / month)
Home Facts
Beds6Baths4Total Finished SqFt4,580 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt4,580 SqFtStories2Lot Size16,700 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1919CountyCOOKAPN11-18-421-031Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 1319 Forest Avenue

This home is within Evanston Twp Hsd 202 School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 5
Public - K to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Washington Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Dewey Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Nichols Middle School
Public6 to 8

Evanston Twp High School
Public9 to 12

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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