Evanston Homes for Sale

Evanston Homes for Sale

Welcome to Evanston, a vibrant neighborhood located in Cook County, Illinois. Known for its tree-lined streets, historic architecture, and diverse community, Evanston offers a unique blend of urban convenience and suburban charm.

In Evanston, you'll find a variety of homes for sale to suit every lifestyle. From cozy condos and townhouses to spacious single-family homes, there's something for everyone in this sought-after neighborhood. Whether you're looking for a historic property with character or a modern home with all the latest amenities, Evanston has it all.

With its top-rated schools, beautiful parks, and bustling downtown area, Evanston is a great place to call home for families, young professionals, and retirees alike. Enjoy easy access to Lake Michigan, where you can relax on the beach, take a leisurely stroll along the waterfront, or enjoy water sports and recreational activities.

Explore the unique shops, restaurants, and cultural attractions that make Evanston a truly special place to live. From art galleries and theaters to farmers' markets and festivals, there's always something exciting happening in this dynamic neighborhood.

If you're looking for a home for sale in Evanston, look no further. Contact us today to learn more about the available properties and start your journey to finding your dream home in this charming neighborhood.

Newest Evanston Homes for Sale

$899,900
3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 12714805 MLS ⋅ NEW Status
NW Evanston beautifully updated 3-bedroom, 2.1-bath home blends timeless charm with thoughtful improvements and an ideal floor plan. The gracious living room features a gas fireplace, built-in shelving, a lovely bay window, and recessed lighting, creating a warm and inviting gathering space. The circular flow offers effortless everyday living, while the dining room sits perfectly between the kitchen and living room for easy entertaining. Hardwood floors throughout and neutral paint keep the space current and fresh. The updated white cabinetry kitchen is appointed with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and a window overlooking the yard. Adjacent to the kitchen, a versatile den with new custom built-in cabinetry provides the perfect home office, breakfast room, or flex space. A convenient mudroom with heated floors connects the home to the backyard. Upstairs, the spacious primary suite offers a luxurious ensuite bath with marble tile, a rain shower, seamless glass enclosure, elegant finishes, and two vanities. A charming balcony off the primary offers additional outdoor space. The two additional light-filled bedrooms feature plantation shutters and generous closet space. The finished basement provides an exceptional family room with a gas fireplace, updated lighting, abundant storage, and a secondary fridge. Recent improvements include a new washer and dryer, new windows, updated lighting, annual HVAC service, a renovated powder room with trending wallpaper, a refreshed 2nd-floor hall bath, and numerous mechanical and appliance updates. Outside, enjoy summer evenings on the oversized deck with built-in seating or gather around the stunning stone fire pit patio with a gas starter. Ideally situated near Willard School, Central Street shops and restaurants, Whole Foods, Lovelace Park, the lakefront, Metra, Lake Shore Drive, and I-94, this is truly a move-in-ready home in one of Evanston's most sought-after neighborhoods. Wonderfully decorated and maintained. Ready for today's buyer. Welcome home!

2755 Lawndale Avenue, Evanston
$1,150,000
4 Beds ⋅ 5 Baths ⋅ 12716904 MLS ⋅ NEW Status
WELL PRICED and quite impressive NEW construction row house without HOA & monthly assessments. Just completed lovely contemporary home with classy tudor facade is the last new offering available in this re-subdivision. Floor layouts, standard features and finishes that are incorporated in this home are very desirable while quite unique when compared to narrow lot "cookie cutters". INTERIOR FEATURES: Formal front 2 story foyer with dressing area, 10' ceilings, ensuite main level guest bedroom or use it as home office, select light hardwoods throughout the house, CUSTOM BUILT-IN cabinetry to maximize the storage space, yet abundant multi functional closets on all levels. Enjoy main floor 130 SF COVERED TERRACE with natural gas. PRIMARY BEDROOM: generously sized suite overlooks open lands. His and her closets and drop dead gorgeous bathroom with double freestanding tub, 9' long vanities, full wall mirrors and 6' glass shower with seat and additional flexible & rain attachments. BASEMENT: Finished with wood floors cozy daylight lower level includes bar and family room sized to play pool or ping pong, exercise room and spa with 2-3 person SAUNA. OUTDOORS: landscaped front and rear grounds, very private back yard, oversized EV ready 2-car garage. ADDITIONAL 500SF open parking pad off the alley belongs to this property. LOW UPKEEP: Latest professionally installed & inspected fire prevention, HVAC systems and R-30 tight foam insulation lower homeowner's expenses and insurance significantly. CONVENIENCE & COMMUTING: Walking distance to Lincoln St. METRA entrance and a short drive to the I-41/94 expressway. It is also highly accessible to Northwestern University, Endeavor Hospital, beaches and shopping destinations. LIFESTYLE: The fast developing Arts district is becoming known for local breweries, BBQ restaurants and new skate park. And 15 acres park with bike path are right at the back door. Dedicated canoe and kayak launch is planned for the North Shore Channel near the Evanston Ecology Center (2024 McCormick Blvd), just south of Simpson Street and west of Bridge Street with mid 2027 completion.

2106 Darrow Avenue, Evanston
$569,999
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 12716717 MLS ⋅ NEW Status
PRICED TO SELL!! Fun, funky & spacious loft-style, 3 bedroom, 2 bath ranch house in Evanston with huge backyard oasis! This home is a great condo alternative, offering a cool industrial vibe throughout, with open floor plan & vaulted ceilings. If you're looking for something unique, this may be the house for you! Quartz counters, stainless steel appliances, new oven/stove, new double drawer dishwasher and a large island create great entertaining and cooking space in the kitchen, which leads to your living room and area for dining or additional lounge seating. The king-size primary bedroom enjoys its own wing at the rear of the house, connected by sunken dining room - which could be used as a second family room. All 3 bedrooms are generously sized and offer large closets (including 2 walk-ins recently built out) and the layout of this house affords you some flexibility. Need a massive home office? Check! A home gym? Check! Art studio? Check! The possibilities are endless! Many recent updates including bath updates in 2022, and recent structural improvements to the rear of the home (See broker private remarks for more information) Off-street parking for 3 cars plus 3 year old central air/heat and Brand new hot water heater complete this home. Great location near the Robert Crown Community center with easy access to dining, shops, grocery stores & downtown Evanston. Set back from the street for quiet & privacy - come home! Beach passes included for Evanston and Wilmette beaches!!

2016 Main Street, Evanston
$775,000
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 12716527 MLS ⋅ NEW Status
Situated on just shy of a quarter acre with a park-like back yard, this charming home has been lovingly cared for and boasts 3 bedrooms, one and a half baths with hardwood floors throughout, pretty moldings and vintage features! Coveted first floor study or potential bedroom. Newer 2nd floor bath and mechanicals. Furnace and A/C 2024, Roof 2012- Hanson. Complete list of updates, survey and floor plans under additional information. Located in sought after Willard School District, walk to Central Street, Hartigan's, The Fat Shallot, Lovelace Park. Quick commute via the Edens Expressway! Potential to expand or even build new.

2734 Lawndale Avenue, Evanston
$593,500
5 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 12715271 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Location! Location!! Looks beautiful, Cute, Spacious & Updated Modern features your dream 5 bedrooms 3.5 bathrooms with exceptional interior designs -sits on wider /larger lots located closed to Evanston downtown & NW university. Main floor has Sunny, Bright Huge Living room, Family room, Dining room, Office space/ Bedroom, Kitchen , Eat in Kitchen Over Looking Backyard, and Sunroom. 2nd floor has good size 4 Bedrooms including Master bedroom suite with attached bathroom. Beautiful hardwood floor laminate flooring, ALL New windows, New AC, Updated Bathrooms, updated kitchen, New SS appliances, New Hot Water tank, newly paints, finished Basement & Laundry area and Much more. Longer Drive way & 2 car detached Garage, Beautiful Fenced private Backyard for gardening, Summer enjoyment, relax & BBQ. Close to Evanston downtown, NW University, parks, Lake Michigan, public transportation, Lake Shore drive & highways. Moved in Ready HOME.

1912 Emerson Street, Evanston
$665,000
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 12714964 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Beautifully updated 3-bedroom, 2-bath Evanston home plus a fully detached studio (office) in your backyard. The front door opens to a light-filled open living area featuring a living room with vaulted ceilings and a wood-burning fireplace that all flow seamlessly into the dining room. The adjacent updated kitchen features an oversized island with a breakfast bar, all stainless steel appliances, and abundant cabinet and counter space. Three spacious bedrooms are on the second level and share the full hall bathroom with a dual vanity and professionally reglazed bathtub. The lower walkout level features a vintage paneled family room that is spacious and a nod to the original Mid Century Modern design with built-in book shelves. Tucked away on this level is a spacious laundry room with a GE Profile washer/dryer combo and a second full bathroom with a walk-in shower. Outside, the professionally designed backyard by Nature's Perspective is a true retreat. Thoughtfully landscaped with Pennsylvania sedge and native grasses, it offers exceptional beauty with minimal maintenance. A completely fenced in cedar privacy fence, bluestone walkway, and drainage improvements (2022) complete the inviting outdoor space. The detached studio is complete with a new mini-split system, making it ideal for a home office, art studio or guest retreat. Extensively improved over the years with major updates including Hardie Board siding, oversized gutters, a new front door and wall of sliders (2021), a replacement roof for the detached studio roof, and the chimney was rebuilt above the roofline. Ideally located just minutes from downtown Wilmette, the shops and restaurants along Central Street, and both the Wilmette and Central Street Metra stations. Easy access to Northwestern University (including the new stadium), downtown Evanston and multiple CTA lines. Enjoy the legacy of an Irwin Bleitz Mid Century Modern Hillside home in a convenient and quiet neighborhood location. This is the perfect place to start your next chapter.

2662 Crawford Avenue, Evanston
$1,495,000
3 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 12712331 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Exceptional one-owner modern farmhouse offers timeless architecture, outstanding craftsmanship, and advanced energy efficiency. Designed by architect Susan Regan and built in 2018 by respected local builder McKnight & Partners, this home is sited on a rare double lot in Evanston's vibrant West Village Arts District. The sun-filled open floor plan features 4 bedrooms, 3.1 baths, Marvin Integrity windows, hardwood flooring, high ceilings, and thoughtfully designed spaces for both everyday living and gracious entertaining. The expansive first floor has a gracious entrance hall with an adjacent powder room and walk-in guest closet. The living room is anchored by a gas fireplace and spans the entire width of the home. It captures amazing views of the front magnolia and redbud trees. The chef's kitchen opens seamlessly to the family room and dining area, creating a spacious informal living area. The kitchen is richly appointed with Massa quartz countertops, soft-close cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, a spacious walk-in pantry, and a new induction range. Enjoy beautiful views of the "always in bloom" 2019 professionally landscaped backyard by Calafia Designs, and covered porch, perfect for indoor-outdoor entertaining. Upstairs, the spacious primary suite is as comfortable as it is beautiful. The en suite bathroom has a double vanity with Carrara marble top and walk-in shower. Two additional bedrooms, a full bath, and a conveniently located laundry room complete the second floor. Every bedroom includes hardwood flooring, custom walk-in closets by Chicagoland Custom Closets, and Hunter Douglas window treatments. The full, finished basement with full bathroom offers expansive, flexible spaces for recreation, home office, exercise and crafts.The 4th bedroom with an egress window completes this level. Incorporating modern technology, the home also boasts rooftop solar, dual-zone HVAC with Nest thermostats, an EV charger-ready 2-car garage, and remarkably low utility costs. Just steps from neighborhood artist studios and Grandmother Park, and only blocks from the Robert Crown Community Center and Washington Elementary School, the next owner will enjoy an unmatched combination of thoughtful design, quality construction, modern efficiency, turn-key amenities and walkable convenience!

1136 Florence Avenue, Evanston
$475,000
4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 12711483 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Beautifully renovated American Foursquare with timeless charm and modern updates throughout! This move in ready single family home features a versatile in-law suite, making it a great opportunity for owner-occupants or investors. Situated on a beautiful residential street, the home offers a spacious backyard with a parking pad and is conveniently located just 1 mile from the Purple Line Foster Station and less than 2 miles from Lake Michigan and Northwestern University. Recent updates include new plumbing, electrical, windows, HVAC system and furnace! Brand-new kitchen with new appliances, plus new gutters, siding, fence, and deck. A truly turnkey home in a prime location!

1914 Foster Street, Evanston
$450,000
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 12708553 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Beautifully reimagined and thoughtfully updated, this 3-bedroom, 2-bath home seamlessly blends classic character with modern day style and functionality. The sun-filled main level welcomes you with hardwood floors, a spacious living room centered around a cozy wood-burning fireplace, and an updated kitchen with subway tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, abundant cabinetry, and perfectly fits a center island for gathering or morning coffee and breakfast. Options to extend your living surround this main living room with access to all other areas of the home, to the enclosed front glass enclosed porch, the large backyard, the convenient lower level or up to the bedroom levels. Up a short flight of stairs you will find two generously sized bedrooms and a beautifully updated full bath. Retreat just a few extra steps to your own level showcasing expansive primary bedroom offering vaulted beamed ceilings, skylights, hardwood floors, yet still with easy access to the private full bath. The finished walk-out lower level provides exceptional flexibility as a family room, recreation room, home office, larger dining area with easy access to the kitchen, fitness space, or guest retreat with it's own private entrance and full bath. Enjoy having your the enclosed front porch for your own greenhouse, extra space to soak up the sun when you want to keep winter winds off your face, or bonus storage. And retreat to enjoy summer evenings on the rear patio, and an oversized fenced backyard with room to entertain, garden, or play. Major mechanicals and appliances have been updated within the past five years, including 5yr old furnace, A/C, water heater, all kitchen appliances, and W/D offering added peace of mind. LOTS more lovingly cared for updates and upgrades done all in the last 5 years, ask for details. Conveniently located near parks, schools, shopping, dining, and commuter routes, this move-in-ready home offers the perfect combination of charm, space, and modern updates. Come see your new home today!

2711 Elgin Road, Evanston
$530,000
3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 12698994 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Welcome to this spacious 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom home in the heart of Evanston! Offering plenty of room for a growing family or those needing extra living space, this two-story home features hardwood floors, a bright and inviting living room with an electric fireplace, and a full finished basement that provides a second master suite and additional space for a home office, or guests. The functional layout offers generous-sized bedrooms and abundant natural light throughout. Outside, you'll find convenient off-street parking and a desirable location just steps from Evanston Township High School, public transportation, parks, shopping, and dining. With easy access to major roadways, downtown Evanston, and Lake Michigan, this home combines comfort, convenience, and endless potential. Don't miss this fantastic opportunity to make this Evanston home your own-schedule your private showing today!

1735 Grey Avenue, Evanston
$2,095,000
6 Beds ⋅ 6 Baths ⋅ 12697684 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Prime Southeast Evanston: A Masterpiece of History and Refined Living. Own a piece of architectural history in Prime Southeast Evanston, just steps from Lake Michigan, Elliot Park, and Lee Street Beach. Built in 1894 by renowned architects Pond & Pond, this Queen Anne home was originally owned by prominent Judge Elliott Anthony, who walked in Abraham Lincoln's funeral procession. The breathtaking centerpiece is a two-story beamed cathedral great room - originally a fireproof library built after the Great Chicago Fire - boasting soaring Palladian windows and a massive fireplace. The residence perfectly balances preserved Arts & Crafts woodwork with modern updates, featuring a high-capacity butler's pantry for entertaining, newly renovated second-floor bathrooms, and an expansive third-floor retreat, perfect for a studio or guest suite. Overlooking Stockham Place Park, the property includes a private, fenced backyard with a bluestone patio and a detached two-car garage. Situated in the highly sought-after Lincoln Elementary School, Nichols Middle School, and Evanston Township High School districts, this move-in-ready masterpiece offers an unmatched coastal suburban lifestyle near the Main Street shopping district.

225 Hamilton Street, Evanston
$2,875,000
5 Beds ⋅ 8 Baths ⋅ 12575018 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Enjoy lake breezes and awesome sunrises from this impressive Greek Revival with coach house built in 1903, offering timeless elegance in an exceptional setting. The home is situated on one of Evanston's most prestigious lakefront streets, overlooking beautiful Dawes Park and Arrington Lagoon, just moments from Northwestern University and downtown Evanston. Rich in architectural character, it showcases exquisite original details, including a grand formal foyer surrounded by leaded glass windows, a sweeping bridal staircase, and extraordinary woodwork throughout. The expansive living room is anchored by a stately fireplace with original built-ins and enhanced by classic period details. The formal dining room is equally impressive, featuring paneled walls, a beamed ceiling and a dramatic fireplace adorned with handcrafted antique Delft tiles. The adjacent, generously sized eat-in kitchen offers a modern footprint. The rear addition has heated flooring and can serve as a first-floor office or sitting room, providing flexibility, while the inviting family room with a fireplace is perfect for relaxing. Two powder rooms complete the main level. The second floor features a spacious primary suite with a spa-inspired bath, excellent storage, and private den/office. Two additional bedrooms have en-suite, updated baths. The third floor has walkouts from French doors to enjoy the lake, and offers two more bedrooms, two baths, and a large game room with a bar-perfect for entertaining or extended family living. The lower level has radiant heat in the flooring in the bathroom and storage and includes a full kitchen, media room, office, game area, full bath, fireplace, and abundant storage. A convenient, beautifully tiled and heated private walkway provides interior access to the three-car garage. The coach house is 1120 sq. ft. and has a large living room with a vaulted ceiling, 2 beds/2 baths + office - a perfect spot for guests, multi-generational living or a coveted rental! A once in a generation opportunity to own one of Evanston's Premier Lakefront residences.

1616 Forest Place, Evanston
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