1217 Forest Avenue

Evanston, IL 60202

$1,700,000
Last Sold Price
6
Beds
4
Baths
1
1/2 Bath
6,308 Sq. Ft.
$269 / Sq. Ft.
6,308
Sq. Ft.
$269
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Look no further! Just two blocks from Lake Michigan and the beautiful Evanston lakefront, 1217 Forest Avenue beckons. This majestic Mayo Tudor Revival beauty, located in the Lake Shore Historic District, has had many major improvements within the past year, including an entire new tile roof, copper gutters and downspouts (in process), completed new "Bluestone" like patio, Space Pac, and more. Throughout the home you will find fabulous spaces for everyone to live, work from home, study from home,...Look no further! Just two blocks from Lake Michigan and the beautiful Evanston lakefront, 1217 Forest Avenue beckons. This majestic Mayo Tudor Revival beauty, located in the Lake Shore Historic District, has had many major improvements within the past year, including an entire new tile roof, copper gutters and downspouts (in process), completed new "Bluestone" like patio, Space Pac, and more. Throughout the home you will find fabulous spaces for everyone to live, work from home, study from home, and play. Perfect for family living, yet elegant for large scale entertaining. Large, open, flexible spaces, generously proportioned rooms and an excellent floor plan make this home hard to beat. This architectural gem is loaded with significant details including original beamed ceilings, leaded glass windows, pocket doors, built-ins, hardwood floors, several imposing fireplaces, and beautiful woodwork. Meticulously maintained with numerous major improvements over the years. List can be found under 'Additional Information' tab. The home offers six bedrooms, four full and one half-bath. On the third floor there are two separate bedroom suites, perfect for in-laws, teens, guest space, or live-in help. The warm kitchen/family room area is delightful, opening out to the beautiful brand-new stone patio overlooking the professionally landscaped lush backyard, complete with a soothing recirculating fountain. The original large two car garage is in the rear of the yard, with a charming, rentable coach house above. Driveway access to garage is in process of being reinstated pending city permit. This gorgeous home is in an unbeatable location, blocks to the lake, close to downtown Evanston, NU, public transportation, and easy access to the city. A true gem!

Property Details for 1217 Forest Avenue

Area
Evanston
Township
Evanston
Ownership
Fee Simple
Num Of Garage Spaces
2.0
Num Of Parking Spaces
3.0
Num Of Cars
5.0
Parking Included in Price
Yes
Num of Interior Fireplaces
5

Location

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LISTING UPDATED: 05/05/2021 09:40 AM

Property Details for 1217 Forest Avenue

StatusClosed
MLS #10789101
Days on Market149
Taxes$34,138 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeDetached Single / 3 Stories
Year Built1907
Lot Size-
CountyCook County

Location

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Building Information for 1217 Forest Avenue

Stories-Year Built1907Building Size-Lot Size-

Payment Calculator

$12,122 per month

30 year fixed, 7.25% Interest

Principal and Interest

$9,278

Property Taxes

$2,845

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 1217 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
  • Garage On Site: true
  • Garage Ownership: Owned
  • Garage Type: Detached
  • Parking: Garage, Space/s
  • Parking Details: Off Street, Driveway
  • Parking On Site: true
  • Parking Ownership: Owned
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Additional Parcels: Yes
Property Information
Interior Features
  • Interior Property Features: Hardwood Floors, In-Law Arrangement, First Floor Laundry
  • Num Of Rooms: 15
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
  • Community Features: Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
  • Basement Type: Full
  • Bedrooms Possible: 6
  • Air Conditioning: Space Pac
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Basement Description: Partially Finished
  • Basement Sq Ft: 1862
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Fireplace Location: Family Room,Living Room,Master Bedroom,Other
  • Room Type: Bedroom 5, Bedroom 6, Breakfast Room, Sitting Room, Media Room, Office, Foyer, Play Room
  • Num of Baths: 4.1
Exterior Features
  • Type: 3 Stories,Coach House
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Water: Lake Michigan
  • Appliances: Oven-Double, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Cooktop
  • Other Equipment: Security System, CO Detectors, Sump Pump
Property/Lot Information
  • Exterior Property Features: Patio
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Rebuilt: No
  • Rehabilitated: No
  • Built Before 1978: Yes
  • Age: 100+ Years
  • Type Detached: 3 Stories, Coach House
  • Total Sq Ft: 6308
  • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 6308
  • Total Finished and Unfin Sq Ft: 8170
  • Main Sq Ft: 2011
  • Upper Sq Ft: 4297
  • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Lot Dimensions: 62.5 X 184 X 100 X 34 X 35.5 X 150
  • Other Structures: Other
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • Exterior Building Type: Brick
  • Roof Type: Tile
  • General Information: Historical District
  • Living Area Source: Plans
Property and Assessments
  • Public Document Count: 5
  • Document Date: 2020-07-21T14:53:46
  • Photos Count: 49
Virtual Tour/Additional Media
  • Virtual Tour: None
  • Virtual Tour YN: No
  • Virtual Tour Date: 08-15-2020
Room Information
Master Bedroom Information
  • Master Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Master Bedroom
  • Master Bedroom Bath: Full
  • Master Bedroom Flooring: Hardwood
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 20X18
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • 2nd Bedroom Flooring: Hardwood
  • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 18X17
Bedroom #3 Information
  • 3rd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • 3rd Bedroom Flooring: Hardwood
  • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 17X14
Bedroom #4 Information
  • 4th Bedroom Level: Third
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
  • 4th Bedroom Flooring: Hardwood
  • Bedroom #4 Room Dimensions: 19X18
Bedroom #5 Information
  • 5th Bedroom Level: Third
  • Room Type: Bedroom 5
  • Bedroom #5 Room Dimensions: 17X13
Bedroom #6 Information
  • 6th Bedroom Level: Third
  • Room Type: Bedroom 6
  • Bedroom #6 Room Dimensions: 14X12
Dining Room Information
  • Dining Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
  • Dining Room Flooring: Hardwood
  • Dining Room Dimensions: 21X17
Family Room Information
  • Family Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_FR: Family Room
  • Family Room Flooring: Hardwood
  • Family Room Dimensions: 18X13
Kitchen Information
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Type: Island
  • Kitchen Flooring: Hardwood
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 17X9
Laundry Information
  • Laundry Level: Main
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Laundry Dimensions: 7X6
Living Room Information
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Living Room Flooring: Hardwood
  • Living Room Dimensions: 19X28
Additional Room #1 Information
  • Addtl Room 1 Flooring: Carpet
Additional Room #2 Information
  • Addtl Room 2 Flooring: Hardwood
Additional Room #3 Information
  • Addtl Room 3 Flooring: Ceramic Tile
Additional Room #4 Information
  • Addtl Room 4 Flooring: Ceramic Tile
Additional Room #5 Information
  • Addtl Room 5 Flooring: Wood Laminate
Additional Room #6 Information
  • Addtl Room 6 Flooring: Hardwood
Additional Room #7 Information
  • Addtl Room 7 Flooring: Hardwood
Additional Room #8 Information
  • Addtl Room 8 Flooring: Hardwood
Foyer Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Foyer
  • Deck Dimensions: 23X13
Play Room Information
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Play Room
  • Deck Dimensions: 13X21
Office Information
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Office
  • Deck Dimensions: 11X20
Media Room Information
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Media Room
  • Deck Dimensions: 18X25
Breakfast Room Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Breakfast Room
  • Deck Dimensions: 12X21
Sitting Room Information
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Sitting Room
  • Deck Dimensions: 8X18

Property History for 1217 Forest Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
DateEvent & SourcePrice

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

Public Records for 1217 Forest Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$23,437Additions$134,562Total$157,999
Tax Record2022$36,701 ($3,058 / month)
Home Facts
Beds7Baths3.5Total Finished SqFt5,808 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt5,808 SqFtStories2Lot Size9,375 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1909CountyCOOKAPN11-19-204-003Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 1217 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

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