$2,875,000

1616 Forest Place, Evanston, IL 60201

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5 beds 6.5 baths 7,759 sqft (plans) Built 1904 Residential MLS #MRD12575018 26 days on market
Listing courtesy of Coldwell Banker Realty · 847-866-8200 · MLS #MRD12575018 · Status: Active
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.

Property details

Interior

Appliances
Double Oven, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Cooktop, Range Hood, Other, Gas Cooktop, Gas Oven, Oven
Interior features
Bookcases, Historic/Period Mlwk, Beamed Ceilings, Special Millwork
Flooring
Hardwood
Fireplaces
5
Fireplace details
Wood Burning
Basement
Finished, Exterior Entry, Full, Walk-Out Access
Laundry
In Unit
Additional rooms
Bedroom 5, Sun Room, Study, Game Room, Recreation Room, Kitchen, Media Room, Foyer, Utility Room-Lower Level, Storage
Total rooms
14

Building & exterior

Style
Colonial
Age
100+ Years
Exterior
Frame
Roof
Asphalt
Foundation
Stone
Exposure
East

Parking

Garage spaces
3
Total spaces
3
Parking details
Concrete, Side Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage

Lot & location

Lot dimensions
100 x 200 x 168 x 76
Lot description
Irregular Lot
Township
Evanston
County
Cook

Utilities

Heating
Natural Gas, Forced Air, Sep Heating Systems - 2+, Indv Controls, Zoned
Cooling
Central Air, Small Duct High Velocity, Zoned
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Electricity
Circuit Breakers, Service - 400 Amp or Greater
Equipment
TV-Cable, CO Detectors, Sump Pump

HOA & community

Assessment includes
None
Community features
Park, Lake

Schools

Elementary
Dewey Elementary School (65)
Junior high
Nichols Middle School (65)
High school
Evanston Twp High School (202)

Taxes & terms

Annual taxes
$46,670 (2024)
Parcel number (PIN)
11184050200000
PIN
11184050200000
Ownership
Fee Simple
Possession
Closing
Special conditions
List Broker Must Accompany
Listed
6/22/2026

Rooms

RoomSizeLevelFlooring
Bedroom 520X16ThirdHardwood
Sun Room23X11MainHardwood
Study20X11SecondHardwood
Game Room16X14BasementTile
Recreation Rm28X23ThirdHardwood
Kitchen- 2nd31X16BasementTile
Media Room32X16BasementTile
Foyer15X15MainHardwood
Utility Room-Lower Level12X11BasementTile
Storage19X18BasementTile
Bedroom 218X15SecondHardwood
Bedroom 316X13SecondHardwood
Bedroom 422X14ThirdHardwood
Dining Room19X16MainHardwood
Family Room28X19MainHardwood
Kitchen28X16MainHardwood
Laundry9X6BasementCeramic Tile
Living Room33X17MainHardwood
Master Bedroom28X13SecondHardwood

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