1246 Judson Avenue, Evanston, IL 60202

$1,499,000 Asking Price

6 beds
3 baths
3,477  sqft
Built in 1885

Welcome to this beautiful Evanston Landmark Victorian home conveniently located in the Lakeshore Historic District walking distance to the lakefront, Northwestern, and all of downtown Evanston! For the first time in 50 years this home is available and from the moment you arrive you are met with stunning curb appeal featuring a professionally landscaped oversized corner lot that can't be beat! The impressive entryway has oak floors with detailed mahogany inlays and leads you into the spacious and sunny living room with a fireplace featuring intricate original finishes. Lovely moldings and big windows with stained glass and built ins complete this room. The main level is also home to a formal dining room with built in oak hutch. Sitting room off of the dining room can be utilized as an office or play room. The eat-in- kitchen was updated with custom cabinetry, high end appliances, and lots of light and overlooks the sprawling manicured yard. There is also a powder room on this level. As you go to the second floor you have 4 spacious bedrooms, three of which have original fireplaces. There is one full bathroom on this level that has been updated and features heated floors, separate shower and tub, and double vanity. The third level is home to 2 more bedrooms, 2 bonus rooms and a bathroom w/ shower. There is an unfinished basement complete with a drain tile system and sump pump and updated mechanicals. Recent updates include the roof and furnaces and more. The yard is not one to miss - 75 feet of width allows for such a great opportunity to enjoy this tranquil setting. Lovely perennial garden along with bluestone patio and mature landscaping make this a nice private oasis. Large 4 car garage in the back. This home is steps to everything downtown Evanston has to offer including the lake, Dempster and Main Street shops, dining, entertainment, Trader Joes, Whole Foods, the Purple Line, parks, Northwestern and more! Access to downtown Chicago is also very easy via the Purple line or a quick drive down LSD!

Features & Amenities

Interior

General:
Skylight(s), Hardwood Floors, Built-in Features
Rooms:
Bedroom 5, Bedroom 6, Bonus Room, Sitting Room, Foyer
Master Bath:
Separate Shower,Double Sink,Bidet
Appliances:
Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Range Hood
Dining:
Separate
Basement:
Full
A/C:
Central Air
Heating:
Natural Gas, Forced Air
Fireplace:
Wood Burning, Fireplaces: 1
Disability Feature:
None

Exterior

General:
Wood Siding
Style:
Victorian
Parking:
Garage, Parking spaces: 4

Construction

Roofing:
Asphalt
General:
3 Stories

Location

HOA Amenities:
Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved, Not Applicable
Originating MLS:
mred
School District:
65
County:
Cook

Lot

Zoning:
11192010130000

Utilities

Utilities:
Circuit Breakers
Water:
Lake Michigan,Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer

Financial

Source:
mred
Ownership:
Fee Simple

This listing courtesy of:
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago, James Streff

About Evanston, IL

Housing

Number of Units
34,442
Median Home Value
$458,735
Median Rent
$1,435

43.62% of housing units are renter occupied.

8.95% are vacant.

Commute

Car
34.24%
Public Transportation
11.68%
Walk to Work
6.09%
Work from Home
45.40%
Other
0.47%

The median travel time to work is 18 minutes.

People

Population
79,913
Median Age
37.70
Median Household Size
2.52

Education

High School
10.90%
Associate’s Degree
4.07%
Bachelor’s Degree
29.99%
Graduate Degree
38.89%

Disclaimer: Community and Demographic information uses data from the U.S. Census Bureau but is not endorsed or certified by the Census Bureau.

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