Charming 3-Story Farmhouse in Prime NE Evanston Location Set on a deep, wide lot surrounded by mature trees, this delightful 3-story farmhouse offers timeless charm and modern potential. Located in sought-after Northeast Evanston, the home features hardwood floors throughout, a cozy fireplace, and a third-floor walk-up that offers excellent potential for additional living space or a private office/studio. Enjoy the convenience of a 2-car garage plus a 2-car parking pad-ideal for guests, extra vehicles, or as a possible site for an ADU (Accessory Dwelling Unit). All this in a fantastic location close to Lake Michigan beaches, Grosse Point Lighthouse, Northwestern University, public transit (El and Metra), a golf course, Evanston Hospital, and scenic walking/bike trails.
Contingent
$799,000
905 Colfax St, Evanston, IL 60201
3beds
1,600sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1896
8,550 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$499/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Cozy fireplaceThird-floor walk-upMature treesHardwood floors
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Listing updated: July 21, 2025 at 01:09pm
Listing courtesy of:
Donna Agnew 847-763-0200,
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12424592

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Enclosed Porch
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 208 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X13
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 208 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X13
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X10
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 169 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X13
Enclosed porch
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 168 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 24X7
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 364 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 26X14
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Breakfast Bar), Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
- Level: Main
- Area: 100 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X10
Laundry
- Level: Basement
- Area: 169 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X13
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Shutters)
- Level: Main
- Area: 440 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 22X20
Heating
- Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Features
- Basement: Partially Finished,Full
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 1,600 sqft
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: On Site, Detached, Off Alley, Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 3
Lot
- Size: 8,550 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 50X171
Details
- Parcel number: 11071090200000
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Farmhouse
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stucco
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1896
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 100 Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan
Community & HOA
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Evanston
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $499/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $605,000
- Annual tax amount: $13,968
- Date on market: 7/19/2025
- Ownership: Fee Simple
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