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Sold on 06/11/2024
Geoff Brown of Baird & Warner
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229 Main St #3, Evanston, IL 60202

$540,000

Last sold 06/11/2024 after 5 Days

  • 3

    bed

  • 2

    bath

  • 1,540

    Sqft ($351/Sqft)

Condominium not for sale

About 229 Main St #3

Property type Condominium
Neighborhood
Year built 1911
HOA fee $640/month
Rental estimate
Property description
Bright and beautiful vintage condo in east Evanston just two blocks to the Lake! Tree top views, open floor plan, central air conditioning, fireplace, and in-unit laundry are all featured in this seven room, three bedroom, and two bathroom condo. The spacious living room is graced by a wall of built-in shelving and cabinetry surrounding the wood burning fireplace with the original ornate mantel. South facing windows, oak floors and four archways connect the living and dining rooms with the sunroom/sitting room. The entertainment sized dining room features a built-in long window seat along the west wall and easy access to the sunroom with abundant windows and natural light. A cozy space to relax with a morning cup of coffee! The hall way leads you to the first bedroom currently used as an office with more built in bookcases and a large closet. The kitchen is opposite and is designed with a clever opening featuring a breakfast bar with two stools and a view of the kitchen. White cabinets, granite countertops, double oven, cook top, double door refrigerator, dishwasher and in unit under the counter full size washer/dryer complete the kitchen. Further along the hallway, is the hall bath with white vanity, marble tiles and soaking tub. The primary bedroom with two closets is at the end of the hallway with the third bedroom with private newer bath nearby. Plenty of storage in the unit plus additional storage in the private attic above the unit. Newer lighting throughout the unit, fresh interior paint, recessed lighting and four exposures, too! Enjoy the shared back yard brick patio with a grill, table and gardens. More storage and a bike room in the basement. Ideal location literally just blocks from the lake, Main St. retail, coffee shops, both Metra and CTA trains, restaurants and Lincoln Elementary School.
Listed by
Listing Agent - Geoff Brown
Listing Office - Baird & Warner
Source: MRED mls logo
MLS#12070712 • last updated 2 years ago
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Overview
Cooling/AC Space Pac
Levels/Style 3
MLS # 12070712
Status Closed
SubType Condo
Living Area 1540
Type Attached Single
Property Tax $ 7175
Year Built 1911
Buyer Agent Commission 2.5% LESS $495, % Of Net Sale Price
HOA Fee $ 640, Monthly
Interior
# Full Baths 2
Basement Full, Unfinished
Add'l Room(s) Heated Sun Room
Dining Room Separate
Total # of Rooms 7
Laundry In Unit
Accessibility Features No
# Fireplaces 1
Fireplace Wood Burning, Living Room
Exterior
Foundation Concrete Perimeter
Exterior Brick
Parking Desc None
Exterior Features Patio
Amenities / Utilities
Electricity Circuit Breakers
Sewer/ Septic Desc Public Sewer
# Units in Building 13
Location
Area Evanston
County Cook
Elementary School Lincoln Elementary School
Elementary School District 65
High School Evanston Twp High School
Middle School District 65
Middle School Nichols Middle School
High School District 202
APN 11192230241013
Directions NW Corner Of Michigan Avenue And Main Street; One Block West Of Sheridan Road
We are not permitted to show value estimates for this property.
  • Jul 2024
    Public Records
  • Jul 26, 2024 Sold
    $540,000
  • Jul 2024
    mls logo MLS # 12070712
  • Jul 15, 2024 Sold
    $540,000 (+4.9%)
  • Jun 11, 2024 Active
    —
  • Jun 6, 2024 Listed
    $515,000 (+31.7%)
  • Aug 2009
    Public Records
  • Aug 5, 2009 Sold
    $391,000
  • Aug 2009
    mls logo MLS # 07210791
  • Aug 1, 2009 Sold
    $391,000 (-8.9%)
  • May 8, 2009 Listed
    $429,000 (+18.7%)
  • Jun 2004
    Public Records
  • Jun 16, 2004 Sold
    $361,500
  • Year Property taxes Tax assessment
  • 2023
    $7,478 +4.2%
    $30,889
  • 2022
    $7,175 -3.7%
    $30,889 +9.98%
  • 2021
    $7,454 +1.4%
    $28,087
  • 2020
    $7,354 +2.8%
    $28,087 -8.05%
  • 2019
    $7,157 +1.1%
    $30,547 +18.19%
  • 2018
    $7,081 +2.7%
    $25,846
  • 2017
    $6,896 +5.4%
    $25,846
  • 2016
    $6,541 -1.1%
    $25,846 +4.83%
  • 2015
    $6,611 +1.0%
    $24,655
  • 2014
    $6,548 +2.4%
    —
  • 2013
    $6,397
    —
  • 229 Main St #3
    $540K
  • Southeast Evanston
    $437K +24% y/y
  • 60202
    $400K +6% y/y
  • Evanston
    $439K +2% y/y
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Statistics calculated by Movoto
Est. value Bed/bath Sqft mi
227 Main St #3, Evanston, IL 60202 $313,000 1/1 1,024 0.01
906 Michigan Ave #b, Evanston, IL 60202 $279,000 2/— 950 0.01
227 Main St #2, Evanston, IL 60202 $295,000 1/1 960 0.01
227 Main St #1, Evanston, IL 60202 $315,000 3/— — 0.01
229 Main St #2, Evanston, IL 60202 $399,000 3/— 1,400 0.01
229 Main St #1, Evanston, IL 60202 $521,000 3/— — 0.01
235 Main St, Evanston, IL 60202 $390,000 2/— 1,500 0.01
906 Michigan Ave #3, Evanston, IL 60202 $547,000 4/— — 0.02

Estimated values are based on public record data and automated valuation models. Values are not guaranteed and may not reflect current market conditions.

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