205 Custer Ave, Unit 2

650 Sq. Ft.
$275 / Sq. Ft.
650
Sq. Ft.
$275
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Welcome to 205 Custer Ave #2 in Evanston. This FHA-APPROVED & INVESTOR FRIENDLY (no rental restrictions) move-in-ready condo unit features treetop views, hardwood floors, new paint throughout (2025), a fully renovated bathroom (2025), new stainless steel appliances (2025), and updated light fixtures with recessed lighting (2025). Additional highlights include deeded parking (#P4), private assigned storage (205-2), an existing intercom system, laundry room in the basement, and access to a huge common...Welcome to 205 Custer Ave #2 in Evanston. This FHA-APPROVED & INVESTOR FRIENDLY (no rental restrictions) move-in-ready condo unit features treetop views, hardwood floors, new paint throughout (2025), a fully renovated bathroom (2025), new stainless steel appliances (2025), and updated light fixtures with recessed lighting (2025). Additional highlights include deeded parking (#P4), private assigned storage (205-2), an existing intercom system, laundry room in the basement, and access to a huge common fenced yard. The building has seen major capital improvements including two new 100-gallon hot water tanks (2023), a new flood control system (2024), and enhanced security upgrades, with masonry and tuckpointing scheduled for 2026 and fully covered by reserves, providing long-term value and peace of mind in a desirable Evanston location.
  1. Listed by Lance Ellazar • Realty of America, LLC
    P: (312)-888-6432 Lance.Ellazar@realtyofamerica.com

Property Details for 205 Custer Avenue, Unit 2

Area
Evanston
Township
Evanston
Ownership
Condo
Num Of Parking Spaces
1.0
Parking Included in Price
Yes
Air Conditioning Type
Wall Unit(s)
Heat/Fuel
Natural Gas
Pets Allowed
Yes

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Sunday, Jan 11th

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LISTING UPDATED: 01/07/2026 02:02 AM

Property Details for 205 Custer Avenue, Unit 2

StatusNew
MLS #12535719
Days on Market9
Taxes$1,425 / year
HOA Fees$406 / month
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeCondo
MLS TypeAttached Single / Condo
Year Built1950
CountyCook County

Location

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Building Information for 205 Custer Avenue, Unit 2

Building/Complex205 Custer AveFloor-Stories3Residences16Pet PolicyAllowedPet Policy DetailsYesYear Built1950

Payment Calculator

$1,395 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$870

Property Taxes

$119

HOA Dues

$406

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Property Information for 205 Custer Avenue, Unit 2

General Information
School Information
  • Elementary School District: 65
  • High School District: 202
  • High School: Evanston Twp High School
  • Middle Or Junior School District: 65
Addtl Parking Information
  • Parking Details: Assigned Spaces, Parking Lot, Yes, Other
Pet Information
  • Max Pet Weight: 999.0
  • Pet Information: Cats OK, Dogs OK
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association Fee Includes: Heat, Water, Gas, Common Insurance, Security System, Exterior Maintenance, Lawn Care, Scavenger, Snow Removal
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
  • Additional Parcels: Yes
Property Information
Interior Features
  • Num Of Rooms: 3
  • Bedrooms Total: 1
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
  • Basement Type: None
  • Bedrooms Possible: 1
  • Air Conditioning: Wall Unit(s)
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Room Type: No additional rooms
  • Num of Baths: 1.0
Exterior Features
  • Type: Condo
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Water: Lake Michigan
Property/Lot Information
  • Exterior Property Features: Dog Run
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Rebuilt: No
  • Rehabilitated: No
  • Built Before 1978: Yes
  • Age: Unknown
  • Type Attached: Condo
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Total Finished and Unfin Sq Ft: 0
  • Lot Dimensions: condo
  • Stories Total: 3
  • Total # Units in Building: 16.0
  • Other Structures: Storage
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • Construction: Brick
  • General Information: Commuter Bus,Commuter Train,Interstate Access
  • Living Area Source: Estimated
  • Management Company: Breakaway Management
Property and Assessments
  • Buyer Financing: Conventional, FHA, VA, Cash, Other
  • Public Document Count: 1
  • Document Date: 2026-01-02T10:50:10
  • Photos Count: 21
  • OpenHouse Count: 2
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: None
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 12X12
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: N/A
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
Bedroom #3 Information
  • 3rd Bedroom Level: N/A
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
Bedroom #4 Information
  • 4th Bedroom Level: N/A
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
Dining Room Information
  • Dining Room Level: N/A
  • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
Family Room Information
  • Family Room Level: N/A
  • RoomType_FR: Family Room
Kitchen Information
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 12X8
Laundry Information
  • Laundry Level: N/A
  • Room Type: Laundry
Living Room Information
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Living Room Dimensions: 12X18

Property History for 205 Custer Avenue, Unit 2

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jan 6, 2026

Listed (Active)

MRED #12535719

$178,500
Oct 28, 2013

Sold

MRED #08388240

$72,500
Jul 26, 2013

Pending

MRED #08388240

Jul 8, 2013

Listed (Active)

MRED #08388240

$79,000
Feb 2, 2011

Expired

MRED #07431737

$89,500
Feb 2, 2010

Listed (Active)

MRED #07431737

$125,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
01/06/2026

Listed (Active)

MRED #12535719

$178,500
10/28/2013

Sold

MRED #08388240

$72,500
07/26/2013

Pending

MRED #08388240

07/08/2013

Listed (Active)

MRED #08388240

$79,000
02/02/2011

Expired

MRED #07431737

$89,500
02/02/2010

Listed (Active)

MRED #07431737

$125,000

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

Public Records for 205 Custer Avenue, Unit 2

Taxable ValueLand$1,229Additions$7,217Total$8,446
Tax Record2023$1,259 ($105 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Lot Size13,027 SqFtStyleCondominiumYear Built2000CountyCOOKAPN11-30-206-030-1009

Schools near 205 Custer Avenue, Unit 2

This home is within Evanston Twp Hsd 202 School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
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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205 Custer Avenue, Unit 2 is a condo for sale in Evanston, IL 60202. This property was listed for sale on January 6, 2026 by Realty of America, LLC, it's currently listed at $178,500. It has been on the market for a total of 9 days and was last sold on October 28, 2013. 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. 205 Custer Avenue, Unit 2 is a 1-bed, 1-bath, 650 sqft condo built in 1950.

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