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743 Michigan Avenue

Evanston, IL 60202

6 beds
4 baths
3,989 sqft
7,830 sqft lot
$280 per sqft
1904 build
– on site

First time on the market in 39 years! Incredible opportunity to live in this exceptional three story Craftsman style home located on coveted Michigan Avenue in the Lakeshore Historic District in SE Evanston. Just one block to the lakefront and an easy walk to schools, Main Street shops, restaurants and coffee houses, and both the Metra and CTA trains. The inviting front entry welcomes you as you step into the spacious living room featuring a brick wood burning fireplace surrounded by built in oak bookcases and four stained class windows. Original woodwork, oak floors and archway are also featured. Adjacent to the living room is an enclosed porch with screens for summertime enjoyment. The separate, formal dining room features oak paneled walls, an original oak cabinet with mirrors, and a beamed ceiling - perfect for entertaining! The large kitchen encompasses an addition (2004) currently used as a family dining area with French doors leading to the back deck. Other features of the kitchen (2008) include a white cabinetry, granite countertops, subway tile backsplash, five burner Wolf gas cooktop, KitchenAid refrigerator and wall oven, and a Bosch dishwasher. Adjoining the kitchen, creating a more open space, is the family room with two walls of windows overlooking the backyard. The primary bedroom suite consists of an original bedroom with built-in double closets and an adjoining sitting room/bedroom with east exposure. Three additional bedrooms, one with an attached half bath, and a large white tiled bathroom with wainscoating complete the second floor. The third floor features two bedrooms, each with a skylight, and a full bath with separate tub and shower. Ideal for teens, nanny, guests or a home office! There is plenty of space in the basement with it's finished rec room, utility room, storage and tiled laundry room. Enjoy summer months in the backyard with perennial gardens, raised garden beds and green play space. The garage is 1.5 cars with additional parking on the concrete pad off the alley. This block is known not only for it's prime east location close to both the lake and easy commute to the city, but also for long standing block parties! It is a gem to show! Many updates including a new roof (2016) and solar panels already paid off - a benefit to the new owners. Please see list of improvements in additional information.

Listing courtesy of MRED / Baird & Warner as distributed by MLS GRID

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MLS# 12328736 —

The Building

Year Built:

1904
Rebuilt:

No
New Construction:

false
Construction Materials:

Brick, Stucco
Architectural Style:

Prairie
Roof:

Asphalt
Basement:

Partially Finished, Full
Foundation Details:

Brick/Mortar
Patio And Porch Features:

Deck
Disability Access:

No
Other Equipment:

Ceiling Fan(s)
Total SqFt:

3118
Total SqFt:

3989
Below Grade Finished Area:

871
Main SqFt:

1468
Upper SqFt:

1650
Basement SqFt:

871
Living Area Source:

Plans
Window Features:

Skylight(s)

Interior

Room Type:

Bedroom 5, Bedroom 6, Eating Area, Recreation Room, Sitting Room, Deck, Enclosed Porch
Rooms Total:

13
Interior Features:

Cathedral Ceiling(s), Built-in Features, Bookcases, Historic/Period Mlwk, Beamed Ceilings, Granite Counters, Separate Dining Room
Fireplaces Total:

1
Fireplace Features:

Wood Burning
Fireplace Location:

Living Room
Laundry Features:

Gas Dryer Hookup, In Unit
Flooring:

Hardwood

Room Dimensions

Living Area:

3989

Location

Directions:

Two blocks south of Main, one block west of Sheridan Road
Location:

3110
Location:

3930

The Property

Parcel Number:

11194110020000
Property Type:

Residential
Lot Features:

Landscaped
Lot Size Dimensions:

45 X 174
Waterfront:

false
Fencing:

Fenced

Listing Agent

Contact info:

Taxes

Tax Year:

2023
Tax Annual Amount:

22037

Beds

Bedrooms Total:

6
Bedrooms Possible:

6

Baths

Baths:

4
Full Baths:

2
Half Baths:

2

The Listing

Virtual Tour Unbranded:

Virtual Tour
Special Listing Conditions:

List Broker Must Accompany

Heating & Cooling

Heating:

Natural Gas, Steam, Radiator(s)
Cooling:

Central Air, Small Duct High Velocity

Utilities

Sewer:

Public Sewer
Electric:

Circuit Breakers
Green Energy Efficient:

Photovoltaic/Solar System
Water Source:

Lake Michigan, Public

Appliances

Appliances:

Double Oven, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Cooktop, Oven, Range Hood, Gas Cooktop

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

Community Features:

Park, Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
Association Fee Includes:

None
Association Fee Frequency:

Not Applicable
Master Assoc Fee Frequency:

Not Required

Parking

Parking Total:

1
Parking Features:

Off Alley, Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
Garage Spaces:

1

Monthly cost estimate

Asking price

$1,120,000

Expense	Monthly cost
Mortgage	$5,997
Taxes	$1,836
Insurance	$308
Utilities	$282 See report
Total	$8,423/mo.^*
	^*This is an estimate

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Sale history

Date	Event	Source	Price	% Change
4/11/25 Apr 11, 2025	Sold Subject To Contingencies	MRED	$1,120,000
4/7/25 Apr 7, 2025	Listed / Active	MRED	$1,120,000

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This house located in North Shore, Evanston, IL 60202 is currently for sale for $1,120,000. 743 Michigan Avenue is a 3,989 square foot house with 6 beds and 4 baths that has been on Estately for 17 days. 743 Michigan Avenue is in the North Shore neighborhood of Evanston and has a WalkScore® of 67, making it somewhat walkable. This house is in the attendance area of Nichols Middle School, Lincoln Elementary School, Washington Elementary School, and Evanston Township High School.

Listing courtesy of MRED, Baird & Warner, and Geoff Brown as distributed by MLS GRID.

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