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  • $699,000

    714 Seward St, Evanston, IL 60202

    4beds
    1,900sqft
    : 
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1897
    7,301 Square Feet Lot
    $682,000 Zestimate®
    $368/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Decorative fireplaceEnclosed back porchEfficient kitchen with pantrySpace for outdoor entertainingFrench doorsPocket doorsVaulted ceiling
    First time on the market in over 100 years! Welcome to this well cared for farmhouse built in 1897 Nestled in sought-after Main St./Chicago Ave neighborhood, this home offers a rare blend of historic charm and future potential. Step inside to discover a gracious main level featuring a double parlor with original woodwork, a decorative fireplace, and pocket doors. The dining room opens to an enclosed back porch through French doors-perfect for relaxing with a morning coffee. The efficient kitchen with pantry and a convenient 1/4 bath complete the first floor. Upstairs, you'll find four good-sized bedrooms and a full hall bath. The unfinished third level features a vaulted ceiling. Set on a large lot with space for outdoor entertaining, future expansion, or a new garage. This is a rare opportunity to restore and personalize this home in one of Evanston's most popular neighborhoods. Close to both the Metra and CTA, the Lake and some of Evanston's most popular restaurants and shops. Roof 2013, Electric panel and wiring 2013, exterior painted 2022
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    Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago

    Listing updated: August 02, 2025 at 10:06pm

    Listing courtesy of:

    Mary Summerville, SRES 847-507-2644,

    Coldwell Banker,

    Arn Ahlstrom 708-648-1513,

    Coldwell Banker

    Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12360913MLS Logo
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    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 4
    • Bathrooms: 1
    • Full bathrooms: 1
    Rooms
    • Room types: Attic, Storage, Mud Room, Sun Room, Foyer, Enclosed Porch, Pantry
    Primary bedroom
    • Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Bay Window(s))
    • Level: Second
    • Area: 280 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 20X14
    Bedroom 2
    • Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Bay Window(s))
    • Level: Second
    • Area: 132 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 12X11
    Bedroom 3
    • Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
    • Level: Second
    • Area: 132 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 12X11
    Bedroom 4
    • Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
    • Level: Second
    • Area: 99 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 11X9
    Other
    • Level: Third
    • Area: 924 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 44X21
    Dining room
    • Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Bay Window(s))
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 168 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 14X12
    Enclosed porch
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 72 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 9X8
    Foyer
    • Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 221 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 13X17
    Kitchen
    • Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Table Space), Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 130 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 13X10
    Laundry
    • Level: Basement
    • Area: 342 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 19X18
    Living room
    • Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Bay Window(s))
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 324 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 27X12
    Mud room
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 20 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 5X4
    Pantry
    • Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 35 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 7X5
    Storage
    • Level: Basement
    • Area: 525 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 25X21
    Sun room
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 104 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 13X8
    Heating
    • Natural Gas
    Cooling
    • None
    Appliances
    • Included: Range, Microwave, Refrigerator
    Features
    • High Ceilings, Historic/Period Mlwk, Separate Dining Room
    • Flooring: Hardwood
    • Basement: Unfinished,Full
    • Attic: Full,Interior Stair,Unfinished
    • Number of fireplaces: 1
    • Fireplace features: Decorative, Other
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 0
    • Total interior livable area: 1,900 sqft
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    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 2
    • Parking features: Off Alley, On Site, Owned
    Accessibility
    • Accessibility features: No Disability Access
    Features
    • Stories: 3
    Lot
    • Size: 7,301 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 49 X 149
    Details
    • Parcel number: 11193240080000
    • Special conditions: None

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Farmhouse,Victorian
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Frame
    • Foundation: Brick/Mortar
    • Roof: Asphalt
    Condition
    • New construction: No
    • Year built: 1897

    Utilities & green energy

    • Electric: Circuit Breakers
    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Public

    Community & HOA

    HOA
    • Services included: None
    Location
    • Region: Evanston

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $368/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $619,780
    • Annual tax amount: $15,202
    • Date on market: 7/28/2025
    • Ownership: Fee Simple
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