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.
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$925,000
827 Madison St, Evanston, IL 60202
4beds
3,421sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1897
6,499.15 Square Feet Lot
$949,300 Zestimate®
$270/sqft
$6,479 Estimated rent
Home value
$949,300
$854,000 - $1.05M
$6,479/mo
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: July 29, 2025 at 04:28pm
Listing courtesy of:
Catherine Riddle 847-609-8352,
Compass
Bought with:
Paul Siebert
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12358508
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Some Stained Glass)
- Level: Second
- Area: 270 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18X15
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 143 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X11
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 240 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X16
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Vinyl)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 135 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X9
Bonus room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Attic
- Area: 1230 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 41X30
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 224 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X14
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Vinyl)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 330 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 22X15
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Table Space, Galley, SolidSurfaceCounter), Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 140 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X10
Laundry
- Features: Flooring (Slate)
- Level: Second
- Area: 20 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 4X5
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Display Window(s), Some Stained Glass)
- Level: Main
- Area: 420 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X28
Recreation room
- Level: Basement
- Area: 504 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18X28
Sitting room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 105 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 7X15
Storage
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 88 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X8
Other
- Features: Flooring (Vinyl)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 84 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 7X12
Other
- Features: Flooring (Vinyl)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 143 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X11
Heating
- Natural Gas
Cooling
- Small Duct High Velocity, None
Appliances
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Laundry Closet
Features
- Historic/Period Mlwk
- Basement: Partially Finished,Full
- Attic: Full,Interior Stair
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,987
- Total interior livable area: 3,421 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 949
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
- Garage spaces: 1
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Balcony, Outdoor Grill, Fire Pit
Lot
- Size: 6,499 sqft
- Dimensions: 50 X 130
Details
- Parcel number: 11193060110000
- Special conditions: None
- Other equipment: Ceiling Fan(s)
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Victorian
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick, Frame, Masonite
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1897
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
Location
- Region: Evanston
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/25/2025 | Sold | $925,000+2.9%$270/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12358508 Report a problem | ||
| 7/3/2025 | Contingent | $899,000$263/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12358508 Report a problem | ||
| 6/23/2025 | Price change | $899,000-8.7%$263/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12358508 Report a problem | ||
| 6/4/2025 | Price change | $985,000-9.2%$288/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12358508 Report a problem | ||
| 5/30/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,085,000+40%$317/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12358508 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $14,352 -4.5% | $64,478 -7.9% |
| 2022 | $15,022 +12.9% | $70,000 +26.2% |
| 2021 | $13,306 +0.5% | $55,469 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Main-Chicago
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Oakton Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.4 mi
- 9/10Chute Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.6 mi
- 9/10Evanston Twp High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.4 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Oakton Elementary School
- Middle: Chute 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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- Illinois
- Cook County
- Evanston
- 60202
- Main-Chicago
- 827 Madison St