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$849,900

1240 FOREST, EVANSTON, IL 60202
4 Beds3 Baths3,500 sqft106 days
1240 FOREST·EVANSTON, IL 60202
4Bedrooms
3Bathrooms
3,500Sq Ft
1888Year Built
About This Home

Phenomenal opp. to restore a 1-of-a-kind home in the heart of the SE Lakeshore Hist. Dist. EZ walk to lake, train, shops & University. Blt. in 1888 this elegant & gracious home features lg. rms. period mldgs, 10.5' ceilings, but. pantry, porches, walk-up 3rd lvl & more. This is a rare find for seasoned investors or restoration enthusiasts. Sold "AS IS"

MLS# 06298507Listed October 2, 2006ResidentialFarmhouse
Property Details

Beds & Baths

Total Bedrooms4
Total Bathrooms3
Full Baths2
Half Baths1
Total Rooms9

Size & Structure

Living Area3,500 sqft
Garage Spaces1
Fireplaces1
Year Built1888
Lot Size0.240 acres

Location

CountyCook
TownshipEVANSTON
Zip Code60202

Financial

List Price$849,900
Price / Sq Ft$243
Annual Taxes (2004)$17,137
Monthly Tax Est.$1,428
Parcel #11192020170000
Interior Features

Appliances

RangeDishwasherRefrigeratorWasherDryer

Heating

SteamRadiator(s)

Cooling

Wall Unit(s)

Basement

UnfinishedExterior EntryFull
Exterior & Lot

Roof

Asphalt

Foundation

Brick/Mortar

Patio & Porch

Deck
Utilities & Parking

Sewer

Public Sewer

Water Source

Lake Michigan

Electric

Circuit Breakers100 Amp Service

Parking

ConcreteOff AlleyDetachedSide ApronGarage
HOA & Community
HOA Fee
$0
Not Applicable

HOA Includes

None

Community Features

SidewalksStreet LightsStreet Paved
Schools
Elementary
DEWEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
District: 65
Middle School
NICHOLS MIDDLE SCHOOL
District: 65
High School
EVANSTON TWP HIGH SCHOOL
District: 202
Tax & Financial
Annual Taxes
$17,137
Tax Year 2004
Monthly Tax Est.
$1,428
per month
Price per Sq Ft
$243
per square foot
Property Location

1240 FOREST, EVANSTON, IL 60202 — Cook County

$849,900
$243 / sqft
1240 FOREST
4 bd3 ba3,500 sqft
VL
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Top Glenview Agent

IL License 475.178467 · (847) 810-8438

Quick Facts
106 days on market
1-car garage
1 fireplace
0.240 acres
$17,137/yr taxes
$0 HOA (not applicable)
$5,895
estimated monthly payment
Principal & Interest
$4,467/mo
Property Tax
$1,428/mo
$849,900
20% — $169,980
3%50%
6.875%
3%12%
Loan Amount
$679,920
Down Payment
$169,980

* Estimated payment only. Actual rates, taxes, and insurance may vary. Contact a lender for a personalized quote.

Listed by
Baird & Warner
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