$651,225

beds

bath

1,900

square ft

714 Seward Street

Evanston, Illinois 60202

Closed / MLS #12360913 / Single Family / Evanston

Listing information updated 2/6/2026 at 12:03pm

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

Full Features

Architecture Style:

Farmhouse,Victorian

Exterior Type:

Frame

Basement:

Unfinished,Full

Beds Above Grade:

Cooling System:

None

Heating System:

Natural Gas

Appliances:

Range, Microwave, Refrigerator

Main Level Primary Bedroom:

Fireplace:

Yes

Pool:

Age:

100+ Years

Roof Type:

Asphalt

Parking Type:

Off Alley,Yes,Owned

Parking Spaces:

Room Count:

Water Front:

Square Feet:

1,900

Lot Size:

Less Than .25 Acre

Internal Features:

High Ceilings, Historic/Period Mlwk, Separate Dining Room

Room Information

Living Room:

27x12 - Main

Dining Room:

14x12 - Main

Kitchen:

13x10 - Main

Family Room:

N/A

Primary Bedroom:

20x14 - Second Level

2nd Bedroom:

12x11 - Second

3rd Bedroom:

12x11 - Second

4th Bedroom:

11x9 - Second

Attic:

44x21 - Third Level

Storage:

25x21 - Basement Level

Mud Room:

5x4 - Main Level

Sun Room:

13x8 - Main Level

Foyer:

13x17 - Main Level

Taxes & Assessments

Tax Amount:

$15,202

Tax Year:

2023

Location

Zip Code:

60202

City:

Evanston

County:

Cook

Schools

School District(s):

65, 202

Elementary School:

Lincoln Elementary School

Middle School:

Nichols Middle School

High School:

Evanston Twp High School

Architecture Style:

Farmhouse,Victorian

Exterior Type:

Frame

Basement:

Unfinished,Full

Beds Above Grade:

Cooling System:

None

Heating System:

Natural Gas

Appliances:

Range, Microwave, Refrigerator

Main Level Primary Bedroom:

Fireplace:

Yes

Pool:

Age:

100+ Years

Roof Type:

Asphalt

Parking Type:

Off Alley,Yes,Owned

Parking Spaces:

Room Count:

Water Front:

Square Feet:

1,900

Lot Size:

Less Than .25 Acre

Internal Features:

High Ceilings, Historic/Period Mlwk, Separate Dining Room

Living Room:

27x12 - Main

Dining Room:

14x12 - Main

Kitchen:

13x10 - Main

Family Room:

N/A

Primary Bedroom:

20x14 - Second Level

2nd Bedroom:

12x11 - Second

3rd Bedroom:

12x11 - Second

4th Bedroom:

11x9 - Second

Attic:

44x21 - Third Level

Storage:

25x21 - Basement Level

Mud Room:

5x4 - Main Level

Sun Room:

13x8 - Main Level

Foyer:

13x17 - Main Level

Tax Amount:

$15,202

Tax Year:

2023

Zip Code:

60202

City:

Evanston

County:

Cook

School District(s):

65, 202

Elementary School:

Lincoln Elementary School

Middle School:

Nichols Middle School

High School:

Evanston Twp High School

Listing Office: Coldwell Banker

Listing Office Phone: 847.866.8200

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