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#12282435, Ellen Ritsos, Listing Office: HomeSmart Connect LLC
$1,120,000 List price
743 Michigan Ave Evanston, IL 60202
$10,000
Closing credit¹
6 beds
2 full, 2 partial
3,989 sqft
$281 / sqft
House
Property details
About 743 Michigan Ave
First time on the market in 39 years! Incredible opportunity to live in this exceptional three story Craftsman style home located on coveted Michigan Avenue in the Lakeshore Historic District in SE Evanston. Just one block to the lakefront and an easy walk to schools, Main Street shops, restaurants and coffee houses, and both the Metra and CTA trains. The inviting front entry welcomes you as you step into the spacious living room featuring a brick wood burning fireplace surrounded by built in oak bookcases and four stained class windows. Original woodwork, oak floors and archway are also featured. Adjacent to the living room is an enclosed porch with screens for summertime enjoyment. The separate, formal dining room features oak paneled walls, an original oak cabinet with mirrors, and a beamed ceiling - perfect for entertaining! The large kitchen encompasses an addition (2004) currently used as a family dining area with French doors leading to the back deck. Other features of the kitchen (2008) include a white cabinetry, granite countertops, subway tile backsplash, five burner Wolf gas cooktop, KitchenAid refrigerator and wall oven, and a Bosch dishwasher. Adjoining the kitchen, creating a more open space, is the family room with two walls of windows overlooking the backyard. The primary bedroom suite consists of an original bedroom with built-in double closets and an adjoining sitting room/bedroom with east exposure. Three additional bedrooms, one with an attached half bath, and a large white tiled bathroom with wainscoating complete the second floor. The third floor features two bedrooms, each with a skylight, and a full bath with separate tub and shower. Ideal for teens, nanny, guests or a home office! There is plenty of space in the basement with it's finished rec room, utility room, storage and tiled laundry room. Enjoy summer months in the backyard with perennial gardens, raised garden beds and green play space. The garage is 1.5 cars with additional parking on the concrete pad off the alley. This block is known not only for it's prime east location close to both the lake and easy commute to the city, but also for long standing block parties! It is a gem to show! Many updates including a new roof (2016) and solar panels already paid off - a benefit to the new owners. Please see list of improvements in additional information.
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingNatural Gas, Steam, Radiant
StatusActive
(New)
(New)
CoolingCentral Air, Other
Size3,989 sqft
BasementYes
Year built1904
ParkingOff Alley, Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
MLS #12328736
Garage1 space
FireplaceWood Burning
Summary
- MLS Number: 12328736
- 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
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Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $97,000 | $21,101 |
| 2021 | $79,648 | $19,546 |
| 2020 | $79,648 | $19,392 |
| 2019 | $86,387 | $18,794 |
| 2018 | $72,351 | $18,128 |
| 2017 | $72,351 | $17,683 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
5
Lincoln Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.3 mi
•910 Forest Ave
4
Oakton Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.8 mi
•436 Ridge Ave
6
Washington Elementary School
Public District KG-5
1.1 mi
•914 Ashland 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 $68,750. The most common annual income of people living in Evanston, IL is between $35k-100k. The most common type of family is single, no kids. The majority of residents in this area have post secondary degree education.
How much money do the neighbors make?
26%
<35k
45%
35k-100k
13%
100k-200k
16%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate
What types of families live nearby?
59%
Single, No Kids
7%
Single, with Kids
22%
Married, No Kids
12%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
13%
<11 yrs old
4%
12-17 yrs old
26%
18-34 yrs old
46%
35-64 yrs old
11%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Art Museums
Live Theatre
Tennis
Where do the neighbors shop?
Bloomingdales
Crate & Barrel
Nordstrom Rack
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Starbucks
Boston Market
The Cheesecake Factory
What do the neighbors drive?
Audi
Mercedes
BMW
What do the neighbors listen to?
News
Alternative- Rhythmic Contemporary Hits
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Frequently asked questions
About 743 Michigan Ave
This home is located at 743 Michigan Ave in Evanston, IL and zip code 60202 in the Kedzie & Kenney's neighborhood. This 3,989 square foot home was built in 1904. Features: 6 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since April 7, 2025 and is currently priced at $1,120,000.
Evanston, IL housing market in March 2025 saw over 23 listings sold above listed price, more than 9 sold at listed price and over 22 sold below. The number of listings in Evanston, IL increased by 16.5% between February and March 2025. In March 2025 median list price was $430,400 and the average listing age was 25 days.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.