$800,000

Brochure

beds

bath

half bath

1,600

square ft

905 Colfax Street

Evanston, Illinois 60201

Closed / MLS #12424592 / Single Family / Evanston

Listing information updated 8/17/2025 at 6:03am

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.

Full Features

Architecture Style:

Farmhouse

Exterior Type:

Stucco

Basement:

Partially Finished,Full

Beds Above Grade:

Cooling System:

Central Air

Heating System:

Natural Gas

Main Level Primary Bedroom:

Fireplace:

Yes

Pool:

Age:

100+ Years

Roof Type:

Asphalt

Parking Type:

Garage - On Site,Detached,Off Alley,Garage

Parking Spaces:

Garage:

Detached

Room Count:

Water Front:

Square Feet:

1,600

Lot Size:

.25-.49 Acre

Room Information

Living Room:

22x20 - Main

Dining Room:

13x13 - Main

Kitchen:

10x10 - Main

Family Room:

26x14 - Basement

Primary Bedroom:

16x13 - Second Level

2nd Bedroom:

16x13 - Second

3rd Bedroom:

12x10 - Second

4th Bedroom:

N/A

Enclosed Porch:

24x7 - Main Level

Laundry:

13x13 - Basement Level

Taxes & Assessments

Tax Amount:

$13,968

Tax Year:

2023

Location

Zip Code:

60201

City:

Evanston

County:

Cook

Schools

School District(s):

65, 202

Elementary School:

Orrington Elementary School

Middle School:

Haven Middle School

High School:

Evanston Twp High School

Architecture Style:

Farmhouse

Exterior Type:

Stucco

Basement:

Partially Finished,Full

Beds Above Grade:

Cooling System:

Central Air

Heating System:

Natural Gas

Main Level Primary Bedroom:

Fireplace:

Yes

Pool:

Age:

100+ Years

Roof Type:

Asphalt

Parking Type:

Garage - On Site,Detached,Off Alley,Garage

Parking Spaces:

Garage:

Detached

Room Count:

Water Front:

Square Feet:

1,600

Lot Size:

.25-.49 Acre

Living Room:

22x20 - Main

Dining Room:

13x13 - Main

Kitchen:

10x10 - Main

Family Room:

26x14 - Basement

Primary Bedroom:

16x13 - Second Level

2nd Bedroom:

16x13 - Second

3rd Bedroom:

12x10 - Second

4th Bedroom:

N/A

Enclosed Porch:

24x7 - Main Level

Laundry:

13x13 - Basement Level

Tax Amount:

$13,968

Tax Year:

2023

Zip Code:

60201

City:

Evanston

County:

Cook

School District(s):

65, 202

Elementary School:

Orrington Elementary School

Middle School:

Haven Middle School

High School:

Evanston Twp High School

Listing Office: @PROPERTIES

Listing Office Phone: 847.763.0200

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905 Colfax Street, Evanston, IL 60201 is a single family home which sold for $800,000. 905 Colfax Street features 3 Beds, 1 Bath, 1 Half Bath. This single family home has been listed on @properties Christie's International Real Estate since July 18th, 2025 and was built in 1896. Nearby schools include Orrington Elementary School, Haven Middle School, and Evanston Twp High School. The nearest transit stops include Noyes CTA Purple line and Central St Metra Metra Union Pacific North line.