2331 Cowper Avenue, Evanston, IL 60201

$799,900 Asking Price

2 beds
2 baths
1,552  sqft
Built in 1914

Step into this beautifully gut-renovated 1914 stucco cottage, a gem that blends historic charm with modern amenities. This unique home features 2 bedrooms and 2 full baths, showcasing custom millwork, 9ft ceilings on the main level, and stunning white oak hardwood floors throughout. The heart of this home is the gourmet kitchen, equipped with custom cabinetry, a handcrafted white oak hood, floating shelves, and Spanish tiles. Mitered quartz countertops and stainless steel appliances, including a panel-covered Bosch dishwasher, provide both style and functionality. First floor primary bedroom was meticulously transformed into a spacious great room with soaring 16-foot vaulted ceilings, with the option to convert back to a third bedroom. A delightful three-seasons room adds additional living space and brings the outdoors in. The first-floor bathroom features marble tiles, a rain shower, custom vanity, and classic white shutters, exuding elegance. Upstairs, you will find two bedrooms and a full bath with a deep soaking tub. The second bedroom includes a custom Elfa closet system, perfect for organization. The basement offers laundry, ample storage space, and an additional workroom. Outside, enjoy a newer brick paver patio in the backyard, ideal for al fresco dining, surrounded by a 6-foot privacy fence. A 2.5-car garage provides extra storage. Situated in the highly sought-after Willard school district, this home is a short walk from parks and Central Street shops, with easy access to public transportation and major highways (90/94). Don't miss the opportunity to own this beauty! Seller is a licensed real estate broker.

Features & Amenities

Interior

General:
Vaulted/Cathedral Ceilings, Hardwood Floors, First Floor Full Bath, Built-in Features, Open Floorplan, Special Millwork, Separate Dining Room
Rooms:
Sun Room, Other Room
Master Bath:
Soaking Tub
Appliances:
Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Range Hood
Dining:
Kitchen/Dining Combo
Laundry:
Gas Dryer Hookup, In Unit
Basement:
Full
A/C:
Central Air
Heating:
Natural Gas, Forced Air
Fireplace:
Gas Log, Gas Starter, Fireplaces: 1
Disability Feature:
None

Exterior

General:
Aluminum Siding,Stucco, Patio, Porch Screened, Brick Paver Patio, Storms/Screens, Shed(s)
Style:
Tudor
Parking:
Garage, Parking spaces: 2

Construction

Roofing:
Asphalt
General:
1.5 Story, Concrete Perimeter

Location

HOA Amenities:
Park, Tennis Court(s), Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved, 0.0, Not Applicable
Originating MLS:
mred
School District:
65
County:
Cook

Lot

Zoning:
10113090040000

Utilities

Utilities:
100 Amp Service
Water:
Lake Michigan
Sewer:
Public Sewer

Financial

Source:
mred
Ownership:
Fee Simple

This listing courtesy of:
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago, Thomas 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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