714 Seward Street Evanston, IL 60202
Listing Courtesy of: MLS LogoMidwest Real Estate Data / Coldwell Banker Realty / Mary Summerville / Arn Ahlstrom

  714 Seward Street Evanston, IL 60202

Active (4 Days)
$699,000
4
BED
1
BATH
1,900
SQFT

Description

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

MLS #:
12360913
Taxes
$15,202(2023)
Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1897
Style
Farmhouse, Victorian
School District
202,65
County
Cook County

Listed By

Mary Summerville, Coldwell Banker Realty
Arn Ahlstrom, Coldwell Banker Realty
Source
Midwest Real Estate Data as distributed by MLS Grid
Last checked Jul 31 2025 at 6:38 AM GMT+0000
Bathroom Details
  • Full Bathroom: 1
Interior Features
  • High Ceilings
  • Historic/Period Mlwk
  • Separate Dining Room
  • Appliance: Range
  • Appliance: Microwave
  • Appliance: Refrigerator
Property Features
  • Fireplace: 1
  • Fireplace: Other
  • Fireplace: Decorative
  • Foundation: Brick/Mortar
Heating and Cooling
  • Natural Gas
  • None
Basement Information
  • Unfinished
  • Full
Exterior Features
  • Roof: Asphalt
Utility Information
  • Utilities: Water Source: Public
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
School Information
  • Elementary School: Lincoln Elementary School
  • Middle School: Nichols Middle School
  • High School: Evanston Twp High School
Parking
  • Off Alley
  • On Site
  • Owned
Living Area
  • 1,900 sqft
Location
   
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