$649,000

1011 Crain Street, Evanston, IL 60202

Active Under Contract
3 beds 2.5 baths 2,306 sqft (assessor) Built 1908 Residential MLS #MRD12703311 5 days on market
Listing courtesy of @properties Christie's International Real Estate · 847-763-0200 · MLS #MRD12703311 · Status: Active Under Contract
A rare opportunity to own a classic 1908 Evanston residence in an exceptional walk-to-everything location. Filled with natural light and timeless character, this four-bedroom, two-and-a-half-bath stucco home has been lovingly cared for over the years and showcases beautiful hardwood floors, leaded glass windows, and a wood-burning fireplace that anchors the inviting living room. Generous living spaces and enduring architectural details provide an exceptional foundation for today's lifestyle while offering the opportunity to personalize and update over time. Full of warmth and character, this is a home where historic charm and future possibilities come together. Ideally situated on a picturesque tree-lined street, the location is truly outstanding-just moments from Lake Michigan, public transportation, neighborhood parks, and the vibrant shops, restaurants, and cafes that make Southeast Evanston one of the city's most sought-after neighborhoods. Rich in character, filled with natural light, and set in an unbeatable location, 1011 Crain Avenue presents a rare opportunity to make a timeless Evanston home your own. The home is in an Estate and being sold "As-Is"

Property details

Interior

Appliances
Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Oven
Flooring
Hardwood
Fireplaces
2
Fireplace details
Wood Burning
Basement
Unfinished, Full
Laundry
Laundry Chute
Additional rooms
Attic, Heated Sun Room, Storage, Office, Foyer
Total rooms
9

Building & exterior

Style
Other
Age
100+ Years
Exterior
Stucco
Roof
Asphalt
Windows
Screens
Exposure
South

Parking

Total spaces
0

Lot & location

Lot dimensions
54x45
Township
Evanston
County
Cook

Utilities

Heating
Forced Air
Cooling
Central Air
Water
Lake Michigan
Sewer
Public Sewer

HOA & community

Assessment includes
None
Community features
Park, Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved

Schools

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

Taxes & terms

Annual taxes
$7,340 (2025)
Parcel number (PIN)
11191020210000
PIN
11191020210000
Ownership
Fee Simple
Possession
Closing
Special conditions
None
Listed
8/6/2026

Rooms

RoomSizeLevelFlooring
Attic25X22ThirdCarpet
Heated Sun Room11X13Main
Storage30X36Basement
Office13X13SecondHardwood
Foyer7X4MainHardwood
Bedroom 211X12SecondHardwood
Bedroom 39X10SecondHardwood
Bedroom 4N/A
Dining Room13X14MainHardwood
Family RoomN/A
Kitchen10X16Main
Laundry13X14Basement
Living Room13X20MainHardwood
Master Bedroom13X12SecondHardwood

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