$925,000

beds

baths

half bath

3,421

square ft

827 Madison Street

Evanston, Illinois 60202

Closed / MLS #12358508 / Single Family / Evanston

Listing information updated 7/29/2025 at 6:43pm

This beautifully updated 4-bedroom, 3.1-bath Victorian in South Evanston seamlessly blends historic charm with modern updates. The home features brand-new electrical and plumbing throughout, a new city water line and meter, and a fully refurbished fireplace as the living room's cozy centerpiece. Recent renovations include a finished basement with drain tile and wall drainage systems, two additional full baths, and an extra bedroom. The laundry has been conveniently relocated upstairs, and the expansive attic offers endless possibilities as a playroom, office, or additional bedroom. This home boasts a wrap-around porch, landscaped front and back yards, a storage shed, and a one-car garage. Located on a quiet, tree-lined street near parks, shops, restaurants, and public transit. Built 126 years ago and owned by just 5 families in its lifetime, This truly is a rare opportunity to own a true piece of Evanston's history, thats been thoughtfully modernized for today's lifestyle.

Full Features

Architecture Style:

Victorian

Exterior Type:

Brick,Frame,Masonite

Basement:

Partially Finished,Full

Beds Above Grade:

Beds Below Grade:

Cooling System:

Small Duct High Velocity, None

Heating System:

Natural Gas

Main Level Primary Bedroom:

Fireplace:

Yes

Pool:

Age:

100+ Years

Parking Type:

Garage - On Site,Garage Owned,Detached,Garage

Parking Spaces:

Garage:

Detached

Room Count:

Water Front:

Square Feet:

3,421

Lot Size:

Less Than .25 Acre

Acreage:

0.1492

Internal Features:

Historic/Period Mlwk

External Features:

Balcony, Outdoor Grill, Fire Pit, Patio/Porch

Room Information

Living Room:

15x28 - Main

Dining Room:

16x14 - Main

Kitchen:

14x10 - Main

Family Room:

22x15 - Basement

Primary Bedroom:

18x15 - Second Level

2nd Bedroom:

13x11 - Second

3rd Bedroom:

15x16 - Second

4th Bedroom:

15x9 - Basement

Recreation Room:

18x28 - Basement Level

Sitting Room:

7x15 - Second Level

Storage:

11x8 - Basement Level

Bonus Room:

41x30 - Attic Level

Utility Room-Lower Level:

7x12 - Basement Level

Taxes & Assessments

Tax Amount:

$14,351

Tax Year:

2023

Location

Zip Code:

60202

City:

Evanston

County:

Cook

Schools

School District(s):

65, 202

Elementary School:

Oakton Elementary School

Middle School:

Chute Middle School

High School:

Evanston Twp High School

Architecture Style:

Victorian

Exterior Type:

Brick,Frame,Masonite

Basement:

Partially Finished,Full

Beds Above Grade:

Beds Below Grade:

Cooling System:

Small Duct High Velocity, None

Heating System:

Natural Gas

Main Level Primary Bedroom:

Fireplace:

Yes

Pool:

Age:

100+ Years

Parking Type:

Garage - On Site,Garage Owned,Detached,Garage

Parking Spaces:

Garage:

Detached

Room Count:

Water Front:

Square Feet:

3,421

Lot Size:

Less Than .25 Acre

Acreage:

0.1492

Internal Features:

Historic/Period Mlwk

External Features:

Balcony, Outdoor Grill, Fire Pit, Patio/Porch

Living Room:

15x28 - Main

Dining Room:

16x14 - Main

Kitchen:

14x10 - Main

Family Room:

22x15 - Basement

Primary Bedroom:

18x15 - Second Level

2nd Bedroom:

13x11 - Second

3rd Bedroom:

15x16 - Second

4th Bedroom:

15x9 - Basement

Recreation Room:

18x28 - Basement Level

Sitting Room:

7x15 - Second Level

Storage:

11x8 - Basement Level

Bonus Room:

41x30 - Attic Level

Utility Room-Lower Level:

7x12 - Basement Level

Tax Amount:

$14,351

Tax Year:

2023

Zip Code:

60202

City:

Evanston

County:

Cook

School District(s):

65, 202

Elementary School:

Oakton Elementary School

Middle School:

Chute Middle School

High School:

Evanston Twp High School

Listing Office: Compass

Listing Office Phone: 312.752.0055

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