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$225,000
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Evanston Area Condominium

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801 Elmwood Avenue 3 Evanston, IL 60202

2 Bed
1 Baths
0 sqft
Stroll down Elmwood Avenue from Washington Street to find the perfect blend of vintage charm and modern updates in this bright top floor, end unit condo with open views. The entry lobby with a large stone fireplace is the first sign of charm. Next is the semi-private entry stairwell for just three units which leads up to the third floor landing where a skylight brightens your day and can be home to a plant collection. Enter and the charm continues: large entry foyer with archways, refinished hardwood floors, spacious living room with wall sconces and dining room with bright unobstructed south views is adjacent to the kitchen. The modern updates include: kitchen with stainless steel appliances, quartz countertops, 42 cabinets, Ann Saks tiles, and an additional work area; bathroom with glass block window, reglazed tub, and elegant pedestal sink; in-unit laundry. Split bedroom layout allows for privacy and both bedrooms feature ceiling fans. Primary bedroom has west tree top views while the second bedroom with south views is currently used as a home office. Other highlights include: newer windows, shared back porch - perfect for personalizing with your plants, and large hallway walk-in closet has room for everything. There's plenty of storage throughout this unit and you have a secure storage locker in the basement. Enjoy communing with friends and neighbors on the large, shared courtyard. Bonus: deeded heated garage - only one of five. Pets are welcome. Professionally managed building has newer roof and tankless hot water heater. Main & Chicago business district with EL, Metra & NU Shuttle stops, restaurants, shops, and newsstand - all just two blocks away. The lakefront and beaches are a nice bike ride or walk away.
Listing Courtesy of Midwest Real Estate Data / Coldwell Banker Realty / Barbara Kramer
$467,000
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Evanston Area Single Family Home

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3608 Church Street Evanston, IL 60203

3 Bed
3 Baths
1215 sqft
Cute, cute, cute ranch charmer originally rehabbed in 2016 and with further improvements by current owners, including the fresh looking exterior. Bright open living & dining space greets you on entry, featuring dark, gleaming hardwood floors, and recessed lighting. Kitchen highlights include white 42 cabinets, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, an eat-in area with bench seating providing hidden storage, views over the lush rear yard and stairs to lower level. There is also an access door here to the rear yard. The primary bedroom has south and west windows, a seating area for relaxing and is adjacent to the hall bath. Second and third bedrooms have organized closets plus north exposure views of the rear yard. A half bath is adjacent to the hall bath. The finished lower level is a dream with space for just about everything, including a second full bathroom. One corner is currently used as a guest bedroom and home office while another corner is the kids' play area neatly organized with wall cubbies for games, books, and toys. For those just wanting to hang out and veg, there is a larger space set up for tv viewing and online gaming. Possibilities are endless for how to use this wonderful space. The laundry area is bright and organized with extra cabinets moved here from the kitchen when the bench seating area was created. The rear yard is sure to be a favorite place to spend warm weather days playing, relaxing, grilling, gardening, and star gazing. Newer garage with additional storage. Location in 60203 means Skokie services, as well as convenient access to Old Orchard for shopping and I94 to getting points north and south quickly. Lots to love here.
Listing Courtesy of Midwest Real Estate Data / Coldwell Banker Realty / Barbara Kramer
$440,000
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Evanston Area Single Family Home

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1721 Crain Street Evanston, IL 60202

3 Bed
3 Baths
1724 sqft
Multiple offers received. Traditional brick bungalow with welcoming front porch tucked into Evanston's West Village neighborhood awaits you. Enter the spacious living room with bright south exposure which easily flows into the dining room, a hub between the kitchen and two first floor bedrooms. The wide galley style kitchen with Arts & Crafts tones has ample counter space and cabinets, plus the perfect windowsill to enjoy your orchids. A carpeted family room, formerly a porch, spans the width of the house and has a door to the rear yard. The rear exterior was resided in 2021 with Hardie board siding. Consider using a section of the family room space for casual dining to enjoy views of the rear yard with its raised beds for vegetables and garden favorites. Two first floor bedrooms share a full bath. One of the two bedrooms is currently used as a home office. Upstairs is the primary suite oasis which includes a cozy area currently used for crafts but could be a reading nook. The primary bedroom is expansive and offers space to also set up exercise equipment or a tv viewing/sitting area - whatever your needs require. Skylights make this a bright space during the day. There is a Fujitsu mini split to heat and cool this area but the space is also is part of the whole house HVAC system. The primary bathroom has a double vanity sink and glass enclosed walk-in shower. The lower level has new vinyl plank flooring through the recreation room and the separate bonus/office/bedroom space while the full bathroom with shower here has a new vanity. Great shelving in the unfinished space to meet your organizational needs. Neighborhood conveniences are a highlight of the location: newer Robert Crown Community Center with Evanston Branch Library and ice skating rink, Dempster Dodge Plaza with Valli Foods, Goodwill store and other local businesses just two blocks away. Home has been well maintained over the last 25 years but selling AS IS. Roof new & skylights 2021, sump pump 2020. List of improvements available. If spring ever arrives there will be lots of perennials to enjoy for the season.
Listing Courtesy of Midwest Real Estate Data / Coldwell Banker Realty / Barbara Kramer
$300,000
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Commons Of Evanston Area Condominium

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300 Main Street E Evanston, IL 60202

2 Bed
2 Baths
1200 sqft
Looking for a fun, unique, urban oasis, close to the lake & trains? Here it is waiting for you: a two story, townhouse style condo with its entry door off a secluded courtyard. The unit has wonderful circular flow and the layout allows flexibility in the use of its space. To the left of the entry door, is the living room with on trend luxury vinyl plank flooring continuing into the dining area which is currently used as a den/library. To the right of the entry is a hallway with powder room and closet, connecting to the galley style kitchen. Here the cook will appreciate having a north facing window, rare in a condo, above the deep single bowl sink, off white cabinets, stainless steel appliances including a sleek range hood over the electric cook top stove, and a barn door separating the bright eat-in kitchen area from the living/dining/den area. The carpeted upstairs features a split bedroom floorplan. The primary bedroom has a separate seating area and home office work area along with an organized walk-in closet. A hall bathroom with barn door separates the two bedrooms. The bathroom has an attached laundry room with stacked washer and dryer units. The second bedroom currently used as a guest room and home office is the gateway to your semi-private outdoor space. Here you can start up your container garden or sit out and cloud watch. This is an ideal getaway when you want to let your mind wander. Pets are welcome. Parking space #49. Trains, shops, restaurants, and lakefront are within four blocks either direction, east or west. Location says it all.
Listing Courtesy of Midwest Real Estate Data / Coldwell Banker Realty / Barbara Kramer
$325,000
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Chicago Area Condominium

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6436 N Damen Avenue 3N Chicago, IL 60645

3 Bed
2 Baths
0 sqft
Perfection abounds in this top floor vintage beauty which lives like a single family home. Filled with light this home boasts all the updates for today's discerning buyer. Spacious living room with a wall of east facing windows to greet the morning sun allows for multiple seating areas focused on a decorative fireplace. Wall sconces highlight the beauty of the room. Entertainment sized dining room towards the middle of the unit and adjacent to the kitchen can also accommodate a casual family room arrangement. The galley style kitchen with SS appliances has an abundance of cabinets and countertop space on both sides of the kitchen, plenty of room for multiple chefs. Also, there is an original, refinished butler's pantry built-in, ideal for showcasing decorative pieces. Private, primary bedroom has direct access to one of two hall baths. This bath has an original built-in linen cabinet, jacuzzi tub and stylish, neutral marble tile throughout. The two family bedrooms are at the rear of the unit. The second hall bathroom features a walk-in shower with multiple shower heads and a bench. Unit has the best of both for heating and cooling: radiators and central air. Monthly assessment includes heat. In-unit laundry also a highlight. While there is a small balcony area off the kitchen there is a lovely, fenced-in, landscaped common area for grilling and al fresco dining between the garage and building. Deeded garage parking space included - north most garage space. Sorry, no dogs allowed, only cats. Warren Park and Cermak Fresh Market are within blocks. Take advantage of planned future Metra stop at Peterson and Ridge. Enjoy the good life here!
Listing Courtesy of Midwest Real Estate Data / Coldwell Banker Realty / Barbara Kramer