This incredibly charming home is deceiving...so much space, so much character - truly a rare find. Situated on a block that has one of (if not the) longest running block parties in Evanston, 2500 Thayer welcomes you from the screened front porch and beyond. The proper living room with a bay window and wood burning fireplace leads to the charming dining room. Built-ins and crown molding throughout both rooms - the architectural detail truly enhances each room. The dining room leads to both the eat-in kitchen but also has French doors to the second floor or first floor spaces (family room/bath/bedroom). For those looking for main level living - there are two generous rooms plus a full bath and built-in storage. Upstairs you will find a large open space plus three bedrooms and an office (or small bedroom), full bathroom and endless potential for those wanting to renovate. The basement is unfinished but dry and has laundry, a walk out stairway, great project space or future possibilites. A newer rear deck with room for a table overlooks the carefully planned perennial landscaping and wildflowers surrounding the home for seasonal enjoyment. Gardeners will appreciate the corner lot. Enjoy this practical home with its vintage detail (including a 1955 Chambers stove) as it is, or renovate it for unlimited potential. Regardless, this is a special home looking for it's next longtime owner.
Contingent
$699,000
2500 Thayer St, Evanston, IL 60201
4beds
2,030sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1900
7,500 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$344/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Wood burning fireplaceCorner lotCharming homeBuilt-in storageEat-in kitchenScreened front porchFrench doors
- 26 days |
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: March 03, 2026 at 01:06pm
Listing courtesy of:
Meredith Schreiber 847-763-0200,
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12571351
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Office, Den, Enclosed Porch, Deck
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 195 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X13
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 154 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X11
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 108 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X9
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 108 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X9
Deck
- Level: Main
- Area: 220 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 22X10
Den
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 570 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 38X15
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 176 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X11
Enclosed porch
- Level: Main
- Area: 270 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 27X10
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 156 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X12
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Table Space), Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
- Level: Main
- Area: 196 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X14
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 304 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19X16
Office
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 72 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X6
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Basement: Unfinished,Full
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,030
- Total interior livable area: 2,030 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Off Alley, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Deck, Screened
Lot
- Size: 7,500 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 50x150
Details
- Parcel number: 05343140140000
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Bungalow
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stucco
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1900
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Evanston
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $344/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $565,360
- Annual tax amount: $12,649
- Date on market: 2/25/2026
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
Not available
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/3/2026 | Contingent | $699,000$344/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12571351 Report a problem | ||
| 2/25/2026 | Listed for sale | $699,000$344/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12571351 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $12,242 +4.6% | $56,536 |
| 2022 | $11,703 -4.3% | $56,536 +8.6% |
| 2021 | $12,230 +0.5% | $52,078 |
| 2020 | $12,174 +2.6% | $52,078 -8.3% |
| 2019 | $11,860 +17.8% | $56,792 +32.3% |
| 2018 | $10,065 +2.4% | $42,920 |
| 2017 | $9,831 +0.5% | $42,920 |
| 2016 | $9,779 +1.7% | $42,920 +6.4% |
| 2015 | $9,611 +0.7% | $40,341 |
| 2014 | $9,544 +2.7% | $40,341 |
| 2013 | $9,298 -2.4% | $40,341 -9.5% |
| 2012 | $9,527 +2.5% | $44,597 |
| 2011 | $9,299 -0.3% | $44,597 |
| 2010 | $9,329 +0.2% | $44,597 -14.5% |
| 2009 | $9,313 +8.9% | $52,158 -4% |
| 2008 | $8,549 +10.8% | $54,331 |
| 2007 | $7,719 -6% | $54,331 +18.2% |
| 2006 | $8,216 +6% | $45,971 |
| 2005 | $7,748 +4% | $45,971 |
| 2004 | $7,451 -4.3% | $45,971 +20.4% |
| 2003 | $7,785 +2.8% | $38,170 |
| 2002 | $7,572 +31% | $38,170 |
| 2001 | $5,779 -2.8% | $38,170 +40.9% |
| 2000 | $5,945 +0% | $27,083 |
| 1999 | $5,945 | $27,083 |
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BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$4,671/mo
Principal & interest
$3512
Property taxes
$1159
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 60201
Getting around
40 / 100
Some TransitNearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Kingsley Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.8 mi
- 6/10Haven Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.7 mi
- 9/10Evanston Twp High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Willard Elementary School
- Middle: Haven Middle School
- High: Evanston Twp High School
- District: 65
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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