1203 Forest Avenue
Evanston, IL 60202

Status: Sold
Single Family
7 beds
5 baths
6,627 sq.ft
Listing Price: $2,480,000

About this home

This Ernest Mayo home built in 1905 features an equally stunning exterior and interior and is located on a prominent corner in the Lakeshore Historic District - just two blocks from the lake and walking distance to both downtown Evanston and the Dempster/Main Streets shopping districts. Once inside the entry foyer, you will be transported to another time period but with all of today's amenities creating a cohesive design between historical and contemporary. Original architectural details include custom woodwork, oak floors, tiled fireplaces, hardware, stained glass windows and interior doors, built ins and an impressive front oak staircase - in addition to the recently updated mechanicals and newer appliances. Seventeen plus rooms, seven bedrooms (several used as home offices), 5.1 modernized bathrooms and a full basement provide ample and flexible living space for all. The stunning entrance hall with decorative fireplace and oak staircase set the tone on the first floor. Entertainment sized living and dining rooms with stained glass windows and wood burning fireplaces, tiled floor sunroom, and the huge custom designed kitchen with separate breakfast room, Wolf six burner stove/oven, Thermador refrigerator, Bosch dishwasher and walk in pantry are all located on main level. The stunning family room features built ins, vaulted ceiling and additional stained glass windows. The primary suite consists of a bedroom with double closets, primary bath with soaking tub, double vanity and walk in shower, and a sitting room with more closets and a fireplace. Three additional bedrooms, two bathrooms and linen room complete the second floor. The amazing space on the third floor includes three bedrooms, two bathrooms and a bright playroom is perfect for teens, nanny or guests! The basement is full and is used for laundry, storage, utilities, rec room, exercise room and a temperature controlled wine room. Enjoy the landscaped yard with two outdoor porches, large patio for entertaining guests and family, perennial gardens, play space and a two car garage. Walk two blocks to the lake and beach, and a short walk to trains, schools and shopping. Please see the list of improvements, history of the house, floor plans, and Landmark status under additional information.

Property details

Interior Features
Additional Rooms Bedroom 5, Bedroom 6, Bedroom 7, Breakfast Room, Office, Play Room, Sitting Room, Foyer, Heated Sun Room, Other Room
Appliances Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Range Hood
Aprox. Total Finished Sq Ft 6136
Square Feet 6,627
Square Feet Source Plans
Basement Description Partially Finished
Basement Bathrooms No
Basement Full
Bedrooms Count 7
Bedrooms Possible 7
Basement Sq Ft 2171
Dining Separate
Disability Access and/or Equipped No
Fireplace Location Living Room, Other, Dining Room, Grand Entry Hall
Fireplace Count 4
Fireplace Details Wood Burning, Decorative
Baths FULL Count 5
Baths Count 6
Baths Half Count 1
Interior Property Features Vaulted/Cathedral Ceilings, Hardwood Floors, Built-in Features, Bookcases, Coffered Ceiling(s), Historic/Period Mlwk
LaundryFeatures Gas Dryer Hookup
Total Rooms 16
Rooms
room 1
Type Bedroom 5
Level Third
Dimensions 14X30
Flooring Hardwood
room 2
Type Bedroom 6
Level Third
Dimensions 30X17
Flooring Hardwood
room 3
Type Bedroom 7
Level Third
Dimensions 22X10
Flooring Hardwood
room 4
Type Breakfast Room
Level Main
Dimensions 17X12
Flooring Hardwood
room 5
Type Office
Level Main
Dimensions 12X9
Flooring Hardwood
room 6
Type Play Room
Level Third
Dimensions 29X17
Flooring Hardwood
room 7
Type Sitting Room
Level Second
Dimensions 21X15
Flooring Hardwood
room 8
Type Foyer
Level Main
Dimensions 13X9
Flooring Hardwood
room 9
Type Heated Sun Room
Level Main
Dimensions 16X10
Flooring Ceramic Tile
room 10
Type Other Room
Level Main
Dimensions 31X13
Flooring Hardwood
room 11
Type Bedroom 2
Level Second
Dimensions 15X10
Flooring Hardwood
room 12
Type Bedroom 3
Level Second
Dimensions 15X11
Flooring Hardwood
room 13
Type Bedroom 4
Level Second
Dimensions 15X13
Flooring Hardwood
room 14
Type Dining Room
Level Main
Dimensions 22X15
Flooring Hardwood
room 15
Type Family Room
Level Second
Dimensions 22X16
Flooring Hardwood
room 16
Type Kitchen
Level Main
Dimensions 20X17
Flooring Hardwood
Type Pantry-Walk-in, Breakfast Room, Granite Counters
room 17
Type Laundry
Level Basement
Dimensions 20X19
room 18
Type Living Room
Level Main
Dimensions 28X17
Flooring Hardwood
room 19
Type Master Bedroom
Level Second
Dimensions 16X13
Flooring Hardwood
Bath Full, Double Sink, Tub & Separate Shwr
Virtual Tour, Parking / Garage, Exterior Features, Multi-Unit Information
Age 100+ Years
Approx Year Built 1905
Parking Total 2
Driveway Concrete
Exterior Building Type Brick,Stucco
Exterior Property Features Deck, Patio, Storms/Screens
Garage Details Garage Door Opener(s)
Parking On-Site Yes
Garage Ownership Owned
Garage Type Detached
Parking Spaces Count 2
Parking Garage
Roof Type Rubber ,Tile
MRD Virtual Tour None
Virtual Tour Date 02/19/2024 7:20 pm
School / Neighborhood, Utilities, Financing, Location Details
Air Conditioning Space Pac, Zoned
CommunityFeatures Park, Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
Area Major Evanston
Corporate Limits Evanston
Directions One block south of Dempster and two blocks west of Sheridan Road. NE corner of Forest and Hamilton.
Electricity Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
Equipment TV-Cable, Sump Pump, Multiple Water Heaters
Elementary School Lincoln Elementary School
Elementary Sch Dist 65
Heat/Fuel Natural Gas, Steam, Radiator(s)
High Sch Evanston Twp High School
High Sch Dist 202
Sewer Public Sewer
Water Lake Michigan, Public
Jr High/Middle School Nichols Middle School
Jr High/Middle Dist 65
Township Evanston
Property / Lot Details
Lot Dimensions 86 X 150
Lot Description Corner Lot, Fenced Yard, Landscaped
Lot Size .25-.49 Acre
Main Sq Ft 1958
Ownership Fee Simple
Style of House Tudor
Total Finished/Unfinshed Sq Ft 8307
Total Sq Ft 6136
Type Detached 3 Stories
Property Type Detached Single
Upper Sq Ft 4178

Financials

Financing Conventional
Investment Profile Residential

Tax/Assessments/Liens

Frequency Not Applicable
Assessment Includes None
Master Association Fee Frequency Not Required
PIN 11192040050000
Special Assessments N
Taxes $32,190
Tax Exemptions Homeowner
Tax Year 2022
$2,480,000 Listing Price:
MLS # 11984595
Investment Profile Residential
Listing Market Time 71 days
Basement Full
Type Detached 3 Stories
Parking Garage
List Date 02/19/2024
Year Built 1905
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