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Sold on 02/24/2023
Donna Agnew of @properties Christie's International Real Estate

904 Colfax St, Evanston, IL 60201

$1,194,000

Last sold 02/24/2023 for $875K

  • 4

    bed

  • 2

    bath

  • 2,296

    Sqft ($381/Sqft)

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About 904 Colfax St

Property type House
Neighborhood
Year built 1909
HOA fee $0/month
Lot size 8,999 Sqft
Movoto estimate
Parking 2 garage spaces
Property description
Wonderful American Craftsman style home, designed by the renowned Evanston Prairie style architect Charles Ayars, is in the Northeast Evanston historic district and boasts 4 spacious bedrooms and 1 1/2 baths. The cool and classic design of this home is sure to impress and is a true testament to the timeless beauty of the American Craftsman style. As you enter the home, you will be greeted by a spacious living room with hardwood floors, large windows, and intricate woodwork that showcases the beauty of the American Craftsman style. The renovated well-appointed kitchen features modern appliances and plenty of counter space, making it the perfect space for the home chef. In addition to its stunning interior, this home also offers the potential for expansion with the ability to build out the third floor attic, as well as the large basement, and renovate the garage/coach house into an accessory dwelling unit. This is a rare opportunity to own a piece of history, in a prime Northeast Evanston location. Conveniently close to both the Metra and El, Evanston Hospital, Northwestern University, Noyes St. business district, downtown Evanston, Civic Center, Canal Shore Golf Course and patio, Chandler-Newberger Community Center, Leahy Park with lighted tennis courts, Lighthouse and Lincoln St beach and top-rated Orrington Elementary School.
Listed by
Listing Agent - Donna Agnew
Listing Office - @properties Christie's International Real Estate
Source: MRED mls logo
MLS#11716894 • last updated 3 years ago
Movoto checked MRED for data 11 minutes ago
Overview
Cooling/AC Window/Wall Unit - 1
Heating Radiator(s)
Levels/Style American 4-Sq.
MLS # 11716894
Status Closed
SubType 3 Stories
Living Area 2296
Type Detached Single
Lot Size (Acres) 0.2066
Property Tax $ 14211
Year Built 1909
Buyer Agent Commission 2.5% -495, % Of Gross Sale Price
HOA Fee $ Not Applicable
Interior
# Full Baths 1
# Half Baths 1
Basement Full, Unfinished
Dining Room Separate
Total # of Rooms 7
Accessibility Features No
# Fireplaces 1
Fireplace Wood Burning, Living Room
Exterior
Exterior Stucco
# Garage Spaces 2
# Parking Spaces 4
Garage Desc Detached
Exterior Features Workshop
Lot Desc Less Than 0.25 Acre
Amenities / Utilities
Electricity 200+ Amp Service
Sewer/ Septic Desc Public Sewer
HOA Fee Includes None
Location
Area Evanston
County Cook
Elementary School Orrington Elementary School
Elementary School District 65
High School Evanston Twp High School
Middle School District 65
Middle School Haven Middle School
High School District 202
APN 11071140210000
Directions Sheridan Road To Colfax. West On Colfax To Address.
$1.19M
Range: $955K-$1.43M
Last 30 days 
  • May 2023
    Public Records
  • May 1, 2023 Sold
    $875,000
  • Apr 2023
    mls logo MLS # 11716894
  • Apr 29, 2023 Sold
    $875,000 (-1.1%)
  • Apr 18, 2023 Pending
    —
  • Feb 24, 2023 Active
    —
  • Feb 9, 2023 Listed
    $885,000 (+84.4%)
  • Aug 2004
    Public Records
  • Aug 24, 2004 Sold
    $480,000
  • Year Property taxes Tax assessment
  • 2023
    $17,848 +4.4%
    $76,387
  • 2022
    $17,094 +20.3%
    $76,387 +35.43%
  • 2021
    $14,212 +0.9%
    $56,403
  • 2020
    $14,080 +2.2%
    $56,403 -8.6%
  • 2019
    $13,774 +5.9%
    $61,711 +22.18%
  • 2018
    $13,006 +2.6%
    $50,508
  • 2017
    $12,679 -21.1%
    $50,508 -22.89%
  • 2016
    $16,072 +64.7%
    $65,500 +69.26%
  • 2015
    $9,756 +0.9%
    $38,697
  • 2014
    $9,668 -0.8%
    —
  • 2013
    $9,741
    —
  • 904 Colfax St
    $875K
  • Northeast Evanston
    $249K -7% y/y
  • 60201
    $489K +15% y/y
  • Evanston
    $439K +2% y/y
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Statistics calculated by Movoto
Est. value Bed/bath Sqft mi
900 Colfax St, Evanston, IL 60201 $1,245,000 3/1 2,324 0.01
828 Colfax St, Evanston, IL 60201 $1,098,000 5/1 1,968 0.02
822 Colfax St, Evanston, IL 60201 $1,107,000 4/1 2,309 0.03
909 Colfax St, Evanston, IL 60201 $1,244,000 4/1 2,501 0.03
905 Colfax St, Evanston, IL 60201 $735,000 3/1 1,568 0.03
911 Colfax St, Evanston, IL 60201 $873,000 3/1 1,768 0.04
901 Colfax St, Evanston, IL 60201 $761,000 3/1 1,400 0.04
818 Colfax St, Evanston, IL 60201 $1,376,000 4/3 2,429 0.04

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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