There is a great deal to love about this modest home. The fact that it is move in ready with the terrific renovations done on the main floor, is huge. The kitchen and bath were completely renovated around a dozen years ago, and they still show exceptionally well. The main floor layout is quite flexible. A cozy "breakfast nook" was carved out of the Living Room. The current owners chose open the third bedroom and convert it into a formal dining room space. Obviously, the dining room could seamlessly be transformed back to its original bedroom designation with a wall and door. Oak hardwood floors run through the first floor with the exception of the kitchen and bath. The kitchen boasts 42 inch cabinets and lots of granite counterspace along with stainless steel appliances. It is a pleasant, light filled space to prepare your next culinary feast or something as mundane as a grilled cheese and a can of tomato soup. The blank canvas that is the basement should offer this home's new owners a chance to get their creative juices flowing. The functional half bath is prepped for a shower to make it full. There is a potential downstairs bedroom or office framed, as is the recreation/family room. A cement patio allows for a terrific outside dining space. Recently installed privacy fencing is sharp. The 2 car garage opens to the alley and an additional overhead door accesses the yard. First floor windows and renovation occurred in 2010. The roof was torn off and replaces (2021) and the A/C was replaced in the last few years. This home rests in an outrageously convenient Evanston location. Situated less than a mile from James Park and the (New) Robert Crown Community Center and the Levy Center. Lake Michigan, and access to the CTA & METRA trains are within a mile and a half, as are tons of shops & restaurants. Grab an appointment for the weekend. The seller prefers to convey the home AS-IS.
Closed
$411,000
1816 Seward St, Evanston, IL 60202
2beds
993sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1952
4,095 Square Feet Lot
$412,500 Zestimate®
$414/sqft
$2,865 Estimated rent
What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: June 15, 2025 at 01:01am
Listing courtesy of:
John Creighton 847-417-1605,
Baird & Warner
Bought with:
Scott Newman
Keller Williams ONEChicago
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12325774

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Main
- Area: 154 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X11
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 100 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X10
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Window Treatments)
- Level: Main
- Area: 108 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X9
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Updated Kitchen), Flooring (Ceramic Tile), Window Treatments (Window Treatments)
- Level: Main
- Area: 192 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X12
Laundry
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 176 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X11
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Window Treatments)
- Level: Main
- Area: 228 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19X12
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Gas Oven
Features
- Basement: Unfinished,Full
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 993 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Off Alley, Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 1
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Size: 4,095 sqft
- Dimensions: 35X117
Details
- Parcel number: 10244200090000
- Special conditions: List Broker Must Accompany
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1952
- Major remodel year: 2010
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
Location
- Region: Evanston
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Services availability

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