1225 Forest Avenue

Evanston, IL 60202

$1,550,000
Last Sold Price
6
Beds
3
Baths
1
1/2 Bath
6,250 Sq. Ft.
$248 / Sq. Ft.
6,250
Sq. Ft.
$248
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Magnificent Ernest Mayo Landmark home in the heart of Evanston, just steps to the Lake and all the shops and restaurants Evanston has to offer. Ideally located and beautifully restored, 1225 Forest offers the best of new construction and the quality, character and charm of turn-of-the-century architecture. Beautifully situated on a corner lot, this home is full of light. Enter through the magnificent original front door to a spacious foyer with beamed ceilings, hand-finished oak paneling, leaded...Magnificent Ernest Mayo Landmark home in the heart of Evanston, just steps to the Lake and all the shops and restaurants Evanston has to offer. Ideally located and beautifully restored, 1225 Forest offers the best of new construction and the quality, character and charm of turn-of-the-century architecture. Beautifully situated on a corner lot, this home is full of light. Enter through the magnificent original front door to a spacious foyer with beamed ceilings, hand-finished oak paneling, leaded glass windows, and the grand center staircase. The gracious floor plan offers wonderful spaces to relax and entertain, including a first floor office or den, grand living room with wood burning fireplace and built-in bookcases, formal dining room with fireplace, family room with gorgeous windows surrounding the space, and the stunning eat-in cook's kitchen which has been expanded and completely renovated with every custom amenity. The second floor bedrooms and baths are similarly beautiful with wonderful updates throughout, including a spectacular primary suite with huge walk in closet, dressing room, and bath with cast iron tub, dual custom vanity, separate shower, and heated marble mosaic flooring. A new second floor laundry was added and the hall bath has been fully updated to serve the three spacious bedrooms. Spectacular great room on the third floor with two additional bedrooms and beautifully updated hall bath. All mechanicals up-to-date with 3 heating and cooling zones, 2 new hot water heaters with pump, and too many updates to list (see full list and floor plans under Additional Information.) This home is the ideal combination of Old World craftsmanship and modern convenience, in a perfect walk-to-everything location. Must see to appreciate the quality and beauty throughout this very special home.
  1. Listed by Sally Mabadi • Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago

Sold By Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago

Property Details for 1225 Forest Avenue

Area
Evanston
Township
Evanston
Ownership
Fee Simple
Num Of Garage Spaces
2.0
Num Of Cars
2.0
Parking Included in Price
Yes
Num of Interior Fireplaces
4
Heat/Fuel
Hot Water/Steam, Zoned

Location

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LISTING UPDATED: 07/16/2021 05:22 AM

Property Details for 1225 Forest Avenue

StatusClosed
MLS #11070354
Days on Market77
Taxes$32,027 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeDetached Single / 3 Stories
Year Built1899
Lot Size0.17 AC / 7,501 SF
CountyCook County

Location

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Building Information for 1225 Forest Avenue

Stories-Year Built1899Building Size-Lot Size0.17 AC / 7,501 SF

Payment Calculator

$11,128 per month

30 year fixed, 7.25% Interest

Principal and Interest

$8,459

Property Taxes

$2,669

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 1225 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 Details: Garage Door Opener(s)
  • Garage On Site: true
  • Garage Ownership: Owned
  • Garage Type: Detached
  • Parking: Garage
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Additional Parcels: No
Property Information
Interior Features
  • Interior Property Features: Hardwood Floors, Second Floor Laundry, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s), Historic/Period Mlwk
  • Num Of Rooms: 12
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
  • Bath Amenities: Separate Shower,Double Sink,Soaking Tub
  • Basement Type: Full
  • Bedrooms Possible: 6
  • Air Conditioning: Space Pac, Zoned
  • Basement Description: Unfinished
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Fireplace Location: Living Room,Bedroom,Dining Room
  • Room Type: Bedroom 5, Bedroom 6, Library, Great Room, Foyer, Mud Room, Gallery, Walk In Closet
  • Num of Baths: 3.1
Exterior Features
  • Type: 3 Stories
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Water: Lake Michigan, Public
  • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, All Stainless Steel Kitchen Appliances, Range Hood
  • Other Equipment: Humidifier, Sump Pump, Multiple Water Heaters
Property/Lot Information
  • Exterior Property Features: Patio
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Rebuilt: No
  • Rehabilitated: Yes
  • Rehab Year: 2015
  • Built Before 1978: Yes
  • Age: 100+ Years
  • Type Detached: 3 Stories
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Total Finished and Unfin Sq Ft: 0
  • Lot Description: Fenced Yard
  • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Lot Dimensions: 50 X 149
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • Exterior Building Type: Brick
  • General Information: Historical District
  • Living Area Source: Estimated
  • Lot Size Source: County Records
Property and Assessments
  • Public Document Count: 5
  • Document Date: 2021-04-30T14:05:08
  • Photos Count: 24
Virtual Tour/Additional Media
  • Virtual Tour: None
  • Virtual Tour YN: No
  • Virtual Tour Date: 04-30-2021
Room Information
Master Bedroom Information
  • Master Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Master Bedroom
  • Master Bedroom Bath: Full, Double Sink, Tub & Separate Shwr
  • Master Bedroom Flooring: Hardwood
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 18X17
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • 2nd Bedroom Flooring: Hardwood
  • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 22X13
Bedroom #3 Information
  • 3rd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • 3rd Bedroom Flooring: Hardwood
  • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 15X13
Bedroom #4 Information
  • 4th Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
  • 4th Bedroom Flooring: Hardwood
  • Bedroom #4 Room Dimensions: 13X13
Bedroom #5 Information
  • 5th Bedroom Level: Third
  • Room Type: Bedroom 5
  • Bedroom #5 Room Dimensions: 18X12
Bedroom #6 Information
  • 6th Bedroom Level: Third
  • Room Type: Bedroom 6
  • Bedroom #6 Room Dimensions: 20X10
Dining Room Information
  • Dining Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
  • Dining Room Flooring: Hardwood
  • Dining Room Dimensions: 14X26
Family Room Information
  • Family Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_FR: Family Room
  • Family Room Flooring: Hardwood
  • Family Room Dimensions: 23X15
Kitchen Information
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Type: Eating Area-Table Space,Island,Updated Kitchen
  • Kitchen Flooring: Hardwood
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 17X22
Laundry Information
  • Laundry Level: Second
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Laundry Dimensions: 11X6
Living Room Information
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Living Room Flooring: Hardwood
  • Living Room Dimensions: 22X33
Additional Room #1 Information
  • Addtl Room 1 Flooring: Hardwood
Additional Room #2 Information
  • Addtl Room 2 Flooring: Hardwood
Additional Room #3 Information
  • Addtl Room 3 Flooring: Hardwood
Additional Room #4 Information
  • Addtl Room 4 Flooring: Hardwood
Additional Room #5 Information
  • Addtl Room 5 Flooring: Hardwood
Additional Room #7 Information
  • Addtl Room 7 Flooring: Hardwood
Additional Room #8 Information
  • Addtl Room 8 Flooring: Hardwood
Walk In Closet 1 Information
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Walk In Closet
  • Deck Dimensions: 18X12
Foyer Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Foyer
  • Deck Dimensions: 18X18
Mud Room Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Mud Room
  • Deck Dimensions: 5X5
Gallery Room Information
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Gallery
  • Deck Dimensions: 11X25
Great Room Information
  • Room Level: Third
  • Room Type: Great Room
  • Deck Dimensions: 33X32
Library Room Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Library
  • Deck Dimensions: 13X12

Property History for 1225 Forest Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
DateEvent & SourcePrice

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Public Records for 1225 Forest Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$18,750Additions$125,250Total$144,000
Tax Record2022$33,449 ($2,787 / month)
Home Facts
Beds6Baths4Total Finished SqFt5,451 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt5,451 SqFtStories2Lot Size7,500 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1899CountyCOOKAPN11-19-204-001Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 1225 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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