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#12397921, Marie Hirschle, Listing office: Baird & Warner
$1,150,000 List price
2539 Marcy Ave Evanston, IL 60201
4 beds
3 full, 1 partial
2,317 sqft
$496 / sqft
House
Property details
About 2539 Marcy Ave
Charming and expanded 4-bedroom, 3.1-bath center-entry Colonial located on a picturesque tree-lined street in desirable NW Evanston. The welcoming foyer separates the main living areas-on the south side, you'll find a spacious living room with a wood-burning fireplace that flows into a newly added family room overlooking the expansive backyard. On the north side, a generous dining room with built-in corner china cabinets connects to a beautifully renovated kitchen featuring white cabinetry, honed granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, classic white subway tile, and herringbone-patterned tile flooring. The kitchen leads to a functional "mudroom" area with access to the backyard. A stylishly updated full bathroom with designer tile and a walk-in shower completes the first floor, offering flexible space ideal for guests or an in-law suite. The finished basement includes a recreation area, ample storage, a half bath, and a laundry room. Upstairs, you'll find four spacious bedrooms, including a newly built fourth bedroom with serene eastern views, a primary suite with a private bath, a hall bathroom, and a large bedroom with stairs leading up to a private third-floor retreat or home office. Outside, the deep backyard offers endless possibilities for landscaping and outdoor living, and is complemented by a two-car garage. This well-maintained home includes numerous thoughtful updates and is ideally situated near Central Street shops, Willard Elementary, parks, and public transportation.
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingSteam
StatusActive
(New)
(New)
CoolingCentral Air
Size2,317 sqft
BasementYes
Year built1929
ParkingGarage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
MLS #12409012
Garage2 spaces
FireplaceWood Burning
Summary
- Partial Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 3
- Basement: Yes
- Fireplace: Wood Burning
- Total Bedroom Count: 4
- Garage Space: 2 spaces
- Parking: Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
- Architectural Style: Colonial
- Heating: Steam
- Cooling: Central Air
- List Price: $1,150,000
- Price/SqFt: $496
- Annual Tax Amount: $15,001
- Tax Year: 2022
- Directions: Central St west to Marcy, south to 2539
- Year Built: 1929
- Living Area: 2,317 SqFt
- MLS Number: 12409012
- MLS Name: MRED
- Office Name: Baird & Warner
- Office Phone: (847) 491-1855
- Office Email: evanston@bairdwarner.com
- Listing Agent: Geoff Brown
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Apr 10, 2001 | Home Sold | $551,500 |
| Aug 06, 1999 | Home Sold | $485,000 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $68,000 | $15,001 |
| 2021 | $63,111 | $15,864 |
| 2020 | $64,564 | $16,092 |
| 2019 | $75,353 | $16,851 |
| 2018 | $54,311 | $13,938 |
| 2017 | $54,311 | $13,590 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
6
Willard Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.2 mi
•2700 Hurd Ave
6
Lincolnwood Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.5 mi
•2600 Colfax St
7
Highland Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.7 mi
•9700 Crawford Ave
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $85,648. The majority of Evanston, IL residents have income between $35k-100k annually. The most common type of family is single, no kids. Typical level of education for residents in this area is post secondary degree.
How much money do the neighbors make?
26%
<35k
31%
35k-100k
21%
100k-200k
22%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
No High School
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate
What types of families live nearby?
53%
Single, No Kids
3%
Single, with Kids
27%
Married, No Kids
17%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
12%
<11 yrs old
5%
12-17 yrs old
6%
18-34 yrs old
29%
35-64 yrs old
48%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
PGA/LPGA
Men's Tennis
Skiing/snowboarding
Where do the neighbors shop?
Stein Mart
Chico's
Bloomingdales
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Bonefish Grill
Cracker Barrel
California Pizza Kitchen
What do the neighbors drive?
Lincoln
Buick
Cadillac
What do the neighbors listen to?
Classical
Soft Adult Contemporary
News
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Frequently asked questions
About 2539 Marcy Ave
The listing price of 2539 Marcy Ave property is $1,150,000.
The property 2539 Marcy Ave is a house located in Evanston, Illinois, 60201.
Active Listing: 2539 Marcy Ave is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 2539 Marcy Ave are: Willard Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Lincolnwood Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Highland Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Highcrest Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 10/10), Haven Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Dr Bessie Rhodes School Global Studies (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Evanston Township High School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Niles North High School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), New Trier Township High School Winnetka (GreatSchools Rating 10/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2022 is $15,001 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on April 10, 2001 for $551,500 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 2539 Marcy Ave has 4 bedrooms and 3 full and 1 half bathrooms.
The property 2539 Marcy Ave is 2,317 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 2539 Marcy Ave is 1929.
This home is located at 2539 Marcy Ave in Evanston, IL and zip code 60201 in the Centralwood neighborhood. This 2,317 square foot home was built in 1929. Features: 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since July 10, 2025 and is currently priced at $1,150,000.
In June 2025, from all listings sold in Evanston, IL there were more than 69 sold above asking price, over 32 sold below and more than 14 were sold right at the asked price. In June 2025 in Evanston, IL there were 11.2% more homes for sale than in May. Listings spent 15 days on the market in June 2025, and had a median list price of $450,000 during the same period.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.