$1,495,000

Historic and comfortable Evanston Landmark home designed by Ernest Mayo in an ideal southeast Evanston location on a tree-lined street with large front yard setbacks and just blocks from Lake Michigan, Metra & "El" Stations, restaurants, schools, retail, & more. Built-in 1884, as one of the original homes on the block, this English Tudor-style home was planned with the detail and care expected in a Mayo design. Inviting front porch and decorative half-timbers highlight the exterior. Impressive foyer with striking 2-story leaded glass bay windows, Inglenook gas fireplace, & grand front staircase. High ceilings & extraordinary interior woodwork, including ceiling beams, wood paneling, & pocket doors, create a palette that allows for a cohesive design between contemporary and historical. The first floor features a sitting room, living room with bay windows and a gas fireplace, large entertainment size dining room, butler's pantry, chef's style kitchen with large center island, plenty of storage, new dishwasher and double ovens, & powder room. Second floor features a primary suite with private bath and attached laundry room, three additional bedrooms, hall bathroom, & linen closet. Third floor features two additional bedrooms (one currently a home office), a full bathroom, storage, & a wonderful family room with a decorative fireplace. Finished basement with recreation room space, storage, & a half bath. Large backyard with 1 car garage. Recent improvements include: Roof (2021), Space Pac (2015), boiler, two gas fireplaces, double oven, dishwasher, & interior painting.