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827 Madison Street

Evanston, IL 60202

3 beds
4 baths
3,421 sqft
6,499 sqft lot
$287 per sqft
1897 build
– on site

This beautifully updated 4-bedroom, 3.1-bath Victorian in South Evanston seamlessly blends historic charm with modern updates. The home features brand-new electrical and plumbing throughout, a new city water line and meter, and a fully refurbished fireplace as the living room's cozy centerpiece. Recent renovations include a finished basement with drain tile and wall drainage systems, two additional full baths, and an extra bedroom. The laundry has been conveniently relocated upstairs, and the expansive attic offers endless possibilities as a playroom, office, or additional bedroom. This home boasts a wrap-around porch, landscaped front and back yards, a storage shed, and a one-car garage. Located on a quiet, tree-lined street near parks, shops, restaurants, and public transit. Built 126 years ago and owned by just 5 families in its lifetime, This truly is a rare opportunity to own a true piece of Evanston's history, thats been thoughtfully modernized for today's lifestyle.

Listing courtesy of MRED / Compass as distributed by MLS GRID

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MLS# 12358508 —

The Building

Year Built:

1897
Rebuilt:

No
New Construction:

false
Construction Materials:

Brick, Frame, Masonite
Architectural Style:

Victorian
Basement:

Partially Finished, Full
Exterior Features:

Balcony, Outdoor Grill, Fire Pit
Window Features:

Some Stained Glass
Patio And Porch Features:

Patio
Disability Access:

No
Other Equipment:

Ceiling Fan(s)
Total SqFt:

2038
Total SqFt:

2987
Below Grade Finished Area:

949
Main SqFt:

1307
Upper SqFt:

731
Basement SqFt:

949
Living Area Source:

Assessor

Interior

Room Type:

Recreation Room, Sitting Room, Storage, Bonus Room, Utility Room-Lower Level
Rooms Total:

11
Interior Features:

Historic/Period Mlwk
Fireplaces Total:

1
Fireplace Features:

Wood Burning
Fireplace Location:

Living Room
Laundry Features:

Electric Dryer Hookup, Laundry Closet

Room Dimensions

Living Area:

3421

Location

Directions:

Main to Sherman, south 2 blocks to Madison, head west to 827
Location:

87586

The Property

Parcel Number:

11193060110000
Property Type:

Residential
Location:

B
Lot Size Dimensions:

50 X 130
Lot Size Acres:

0.1492
Rural:

N
Waterfront:

false
Additional Parcels:

false

Listing Agent

Contact info:

Taxes

Tax Year:

2023
Tax Annual Amount:

14351.76

Beds

Bedrooms Total:

3
Bedrooms Possible:

4

Baths

Baths:

4
Full Baths:

3
Half Baths:

1

The Listing

Special Listing Conditions:

None

Heating & Cooling

Heating:

Natural Gas
Cooling:

Small Duct High Velocity, None

Utilities

Sewer:

Public Sewer
Water Source:

Lake Michigan

Schools

Elementary School:

Oakton Elementary School
Elementary School District:

65
Middle Or Junior School:

Chute Middle School
Middle Or Junior School District:

65
High School:

Evanston Twp High School
High School District:

202

The Community

Community Features:

Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
Association Fee Includes:

None
Association Fee Frequency:

Not Applicable
Master Assoc Fee Frequency:

Not Required

Parking

Parking Total:

1
Parking Features:

On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
Garage Spaces:

1

Monthly cost estimate

Asking price

$985,000

Expense	Monthly cost
Mortgage	$5,274
Taxes	$1,195
Insurance	$270
Utilities	$255 See report
Total	$6,994/mo.^*
	^*This is an estimate

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Sale history

Date	Event	Source	Price	% Change
6/3/25 Jun 3, 2025	Price Changed	MRED	$985,000	-9.2%
5/29/25 May 29, 2025	Listed / Active	MRED	$1,085,000	40.0%
6/11/24 Jun 11, 2024		MRED	$775,000	10.7%

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This house located in North Shore, Evanston, IL 60202 is currently for sale for $985,000. 827 Madison Street is a 3,421 square foot house with 3 beds and 4 baths that has been on Estately for 20 days. 827 Madison Street is in the North Shore neighborhood of Evanston and has a WalkScore® of 87, making it very walkable. This house is in the attendance area of Oakton Elementary School, Evanston Township High School, and Chute Middle School.

Listing courtesy of MRED, Compass, and Catherine Riddle as distributed by MLS GRID.

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