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$899,900

706 Forest Avenue, Evanston, IL 60202
5 Beds3 Baths0 sqft2 days
706 Forest Avenue·Evanston, IL 60202
5Bedrooms
3Bathrooms
0Sq Ft
1917Year Built
About This Home

First time on market in 45 years - fabulous opportunity in Ideal SE Evanston location. This stately home is just blocks from Lake Michigan's scenic bike paths and beaches, Main Street's vibrant shops, restaurants, and cafes, Lincoln Elementary School, beautiful parks, and convenient trains to downtown Chicago. Welcoming center foyer leads to sun-filled living room anchored by a classic wood-burning fireplace with marble surround. Built-in shelving adds charm and functionality. A versatile tandem sunroom adjoins the living room and flows through French doors into the family room-perfect for gatherings or relaxing by a second fireplace. A large formal dining room accommodates a table for 12, perfect for formal entertaining. The updated eat-in kitchen with abundant storage and counter space is ideal for everyday living or entertaining. From the bright kitchen, sliding glass doors open to a generous deck and large, fully-fenced backyard-perfect for play and flower or vegetable garden. Upstairs, the spacious primary bedroom connects to an adjoining tandem room, offering flexible space for a walk-in closet, home office, sitting area, or nursery. The primary bedroom shares a bathroom with one of three additional bedrooms with potential to build out as a primary-en suite. There is another full second floor bathroom for added convenience. The third floor offers even more flexibility with a fifth bedroom, full vintage bathroom, and lots of extra storage-perfect for guests, a teen retreat, or a quiet home office. The unfinished basement has high ceilings and loads of potential for added living space. Original hardwood floors and a detached 2+ car garage round out this fabulous property. Home is an estate and being sold as-is. with inspection and no requests.

MLS# 12382417Listed June 3, 2025Residential
Property Details

Beds & Baths

Total Bedrooms5
Total Bathrooms3
Full Baths2
Half Baths1
Total Rooms12

Size & Structure

Living Area0 sqft
Garage Spaces2
Fireplaces1
Year Built1917
Lot Size55X167

Location

CountyCook
TownshipEvanston
Zip Code60202

Financial

List Price$899,900
Annual Taxes (2023)$22,438
Monthly Tax Est.$1,870
Parcel #11194090270000
Interior Features

Flooring

Hardwood

Heating

Natural Gas

Cooling

Wall Unit(s)

Basement

UnfinishedFull

Fireplace

Wood Burning
Exterior & Lot

Construction

Stucco

Patio & Porch

Deck
Utilities & Parking

Sewer

Public Sewer

Water Source

Lake Michigan

Parking

On SiteGarage OwnedDetachedGarage
HOA & Community

HOA Includes

None

Community Features

ParkCurbsSidewalksStreet LightsStreet Paved
Schools
Elementary
Lincoln Elementary School
District: 65
Middle School
Nichols Middle School
District: 65
High School
Evanston Twp High School
District: 202
Tax & Financial
Annual Taxes
$22,438
Tax Year 2023
Monthly Tax Est.
$1,870
per month
Property Location

706 Forest Avenue, Evanston, IL 60202 — Cook County

$899,900
706 Forest Avenue
5 bd3 ba0 sqft
VL
Vittoria Logli
Top Glenview Agent

IL License 475.178467 · (847) 810-8438

Quick Facts
2 days on market
2-car garage
1 fireplace
55X167
$22,438/yr taxes
$6,599
estimated monthly payment
Principal & Interest
$4,729/mo
Property Tax
$1,870/mo
$899,900
20% — $179,980
3%50%
6.875%
3%12%
Loan Amount
$719,920
Down Payment
$179,980

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

Listed by
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
Agent: Susan Salisbury
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