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523b Chicago Avenue

Evanston, IL 60202

3 beds
3 baths
– sqft
800 sqft lot
2003 build
– on site

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Fall in love with this unique, move-in-ready townhome. The property is walking distance to the lake, the El, Metra, Evanston's Main Street, and has easy access to Lake Shore Drive. This home offers a beautiful custom theater room with detailed wood paneling and surround sound - a great hang-out space! On the main level, you'll find a large open concept kitchen with high-end appliances (Viking stove & refrigerator), a spacious pantry, and a convenient side deck for grilling. The kitchen opens to an expansive living room, great for entertaining. The formal dining room has a full wall of windows providing abundant natural light, a gas fireplace, and custom built-in wood shelving. The secondary bedrooms are bright, offer professionally designed closets and share a fully remodeled bathroom. The primary bedroom has a large custom walk-in closet with a built-in dresser and ensuite luxury bathroom that includes double sinks, a soaking tub, and oversized separate shower. The top floor provides a unique bonus loft space, great for a dedicated home office or gym, that boasts an oversized picture window overlooking a lovely view. The laundry room provides ample additional storage and a full-size W/D. The home has beautiful hardwood floors throughout and a brand-new roof large enough to build your dream deck. The two-car attached garage offers additional storage with specially designed hanging racks and an extra refrigerator. This roomy townhouse lives like a single-family home in a pet friendly, welcoming community. Note that rentals are allowed per the HOA.

Listing courtesy of MRED / Jameson Sotheby's International Realty as distributed by MLS GRID

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MLS# 12129687 —

The Building

Year Built:

2003
Rebuilt:

No
New Construction:

false
New Construction:

No
Roof:

Asphalt
Basement:

None
Foundation Details:

Concrete Perimeter
Exterior Features:

Balcony, Roof Deck, Storms/Screens, End Unit
Disability Access:

No
Stories Total:

4
Living Area Source:

Not Reported

Interior

Room Type:

Theatre Room, Foyer, Loft
Rooms Total:

8
Interior Features:

Hardwood Floors, Theatre Room, Laundry Hook-Up in Unit
Fireplaces Total:

1
Fireplace Features:

Gas Log
Fireplace Location:

Living Room
Laundry Features:

In Unit

Location

Directions:

Chicago Ave north of South Blvd and south of Keeney
Location:

3145
Location:

16379

The Property

Parcel Number:

11194130590000
Property Type:

Residential
Lot Features:

Common Grounds, Landscaped
Lot Size Dimensions:

20X40
Waterfront:

false

Listing Agent

Contact info:

Taxes

Tax Year:

2023
Tax Annual Amount:

12322

Beds

Bedrooms Total:

3
Bedrooms Possible:

3

Baths

Baths:

3
Full Baths:

2
Half Baths:

1

The Listing

Short Sale:

Not Applicable
Special Listing Conditions:

None

Heating & Cooling

Heating:

Natural Gas, Electric
Cooling:

Central Air, Zoned

Utilities

Sewer:

Public Sewer
Electric:

200+ Amp Service
Water Source:

Lake Michigan

Appliances

Appliances:

Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)

Schools

Elementary School:

Lincoln Elementary School
Elementary School District:

65
Middle Or Junior School:

Nichols Middle School
Middle Or Junior School District:

65
High School:

Evanston Twp High School
High School District:

202

The Community

Subdivision Name:

Courts of Evanston
Pets Allowed:

Cats OK, Dogs OK
Association Fee:

295
Association Fee Includes:

Water, Lawn Care, Scavenger, Snow Removal
Association Fee Frequency:

Monthly
Master Assoc Fee Frequency:

Not Required

Parking

Parking Total:

2
Garage Type:

Attached
Garage Spaces:

2
Garage Onsite:

Yes
Garage Ownership:

Owned

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Sale history

Date	Event	Source	Price	% Change
9/30/24 Sep 30, 2024	Sold	MRED	$560,000	-2.1%
9/27/24 Sep 27, 2024	Pending	MRED	$572,000
9/3/24 Sep 3, 2024	Sold Subject To Contingencies	MRED	$572,000

Townhouse Sold on 9/30/2024

$560,000

Listing provided by broker:

Jenifer McCartney

Jameson Sotheby's International Realty

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523b Chicago Avenue

Evanston, IL 60202