$1,028,000

beds

baths

half bath

3,900

square ft

2812 Colfax Street

Evanston, Illinois 60201

Closed / MLS #12303297 / Single Family / Evanston

Listing information updated 10/1/2025 at 10:43am

This quintessential NW Evanston home is brimming with timeless charm, character, and potential. The main floor showcases pretty parquet hardwood floors, original plaster moldings, and an impressive staircase. The spacious and casual living room has abundant space for large gatherings and movie nights, as well as a cozy reading area next to the wood burning fireplace. The formal dining room is perfect for entertaining, illuminated by designer light fixtures and natural light. The spacious and airy galley kitchen, features classic Allmilmo cabinetry, premium storage solutions, and luxury appliances including a Sub-Zero refrigerator and Thermador gas cooktop, and double ovens. This space opens to a bright breakfast room addition with vaulted ceilings and serene backyard views. A private den/office with built-ins and a gas fireplace makes for the perfect work-from-home space or cozy den. A charming powder room with an original sink completes this level. Upstairs, each of the four bedrooms boasts its own ensuite bath-a rare find! The spacious primary suite offers two good sized closets and a large bath with an updated shower and separate soaking tub. The large unfinished basement is a blank slate, ready for a rec room, additional bedrooms, or whatever your vision entails. The gorgeous custom landscaping was designed by respected landscape architect Scott Byron. Ideally located near Perkins Woods, parks, the Metra, and Central Street's vibrant shops and dining.

Full Features

Architecture Style:

Colonial

Exterior Type:

Cedar,Limestone

Basement:

Unfinished,Full

Beds Above Grade:

Cooling System:

Small Duct High Velocity

Heating System:

Radiator(s)

Appliances:

Double Oven, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Cooktop, Gas Cooktop, Range Hood, Oven

Main Level Primary Bedroom:

Fireplace:

Yes

Pool:

Age:

91-100 Years

Roof Type:

Asphalt

Parking Type:

Garage - Side Driveway,On Site,Garage Owned,Detached,Garage

Parking Spaces:

Garage:

Detached

Room Count:

Water Front:

Square Feet:

3,900

Lot Size:

Less Than .25 Acre

External Features:

Patio/Porch

Room Information

Living Room:

27x21 - Main

Dining Room:

15x14 - Main

Kitchen:

16x9 - Main

Family Room:

N/A

Primary Bedroom:

20x14 - Second Level

2nd Bedroom:

14x12 - Second

3rd Bedroom:

15x14 - Second

4th Bedroom:

11x10 - Second

Breakfast Room:

13x9 - Main Level

Enclosed Porch:

15x11 - Main Level

Den:

12x11 - Main Level

Laundry:

18x14 - Basement Level

Taxes & Assessments

Tax Amount:

$19,132

Tax Year:

2023

Location

Zip Code:

60201

City:

Evanston

County:

Cook

Schools

School District(s):

65, 202

Elementary School:

Lincolnwood Elementary School

Middle School:

Haven Middle School

High School:

Evanston Twp High School

Architecture Style:

Colonial

Exterior Type:

Cedar,Limestone

Basement:

Unfinished,Full

Beds Above Grade:

Cooling System:

Small Duct High Velocity

Heating System:

Radiator(s)

Appliances:

Double Oven, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Cooktop, Gas Cooktop, Range Hood, Oven

Main Level Primary Bedroom:

Fireplace:

Yes

Pool:

Age:

91-100 Years

Roof Type:

Asphalt

Parking Type:

Garage - Side Driveway,On Site,Garage Owned,Detached,Garage

Parking Spaces:

Garage:

Detached

Room Count:

Water Front:

Square Feet:

3,900

Lot Size:

Less Than .25 Acre

External Features:

Patio/Porch

Living Room:

27x21 - Main

Dining Room:

15x14 - Main

Kitchen:

16x9 - Main

Family Room:

N/A

Primary Bedroom:

20x14 - Second Level

2nd Bedroom:

14x12 - Second

3rd Bedroom:

15x14 - Second

4th Bedroom:

11x10 - Second

Breakfast Room:

13x9 - Main Level

Enclosed Porch:

15x11 - Main Level

Den:

12x11 - Main Level

Laundry:

18x14 - Basement Level

Tax Amount:

$19,132

Tax Year:

2023

Zip Code:

60201

City:

Evanston

County:

Cook

School District(s):

65, 202

Elementary School:

Lincolnwood Elementary School

Middle School:

Haven Middle School

High School:

Evanston Twp High School

Listing Office: Coldwell Banker

Listing Office Phone: 847.866.8200

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