$1,500,000
209 Ridge Ave, Evanston, IL 60202
Charlie Vasbinder Juniper Real Estate LLC
$1,500,000
209 Ridge Ave, Evanston, IL 60202
Charlie Vasbinder Juniper Real Estate LLC
$1,250,000
1317 Brummel St, Evanston, IL 60202
Charlie Vasbinder Juniper Real Estate LLC
$750,000
1406 Brummel St, Evanston, IL 60202
John Warren Forte Properties, Inc.
$580,000
1218 Dewey Ave, Evanston, IL 60202
Nathan Smith Century 21 Universal
$895,000
1232 Florence Ave, Evanston, IL 60202
John Warren Forte Properties, Inc.
$899,000
1021 South Blvd, Evanston, IL 60202
Sharial Howard @properties Christie's International Real Estate
$1,100,000
2026 Maple Ave, Evanston, IL 60201
Kelsey Zurweller Horvath & Tremblay IL, LLC
$799,000
1723 Greenwood St, Evanston, IL 60201
Emily McClintock Baird & Warner
$1,775,000
2635 Poplar Ave, Evanston, IL 60201
Ashlea Holland @properties Christie's International Real Estate
$1,350,000
2741 Eastwood Ave, Evanston, IL 60201
Debbie Magnusen @properties Christie's International Real Estate
$650,000
1810 Monroe St, Evanston, IL 60202
John & Pat LaDeur Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Starck Real Estate
$495,000
1915 Asbury Ave, Evanston, IL 60201
Daniela Hughes Signet Realty,Inc
$695,900
1813 Dempster St, Evanston, IL 60201
Gabrielle Burja-Varga Pro-Via Realty Corp.
$1,729,000
7546 N Oakley Ave, Chicago, IL 60645
Hugo Rodriguez RE/MAX 10 Lincoln Park
$555,000
7433 N Damen Ave, Chicago, IL 60645
Jack Warpecha Charles Rutenberg Realty of IL
Northwestern University shapes daily life in Evanston, with its stunning Shakespeare Garden, performances at Pick-Staiger Concert Hall, and the Block Museum of Art drawing visitors year-round. Five public beaches along Lake Michigan provide residents with waterfront recreation, while the historic Grosse Point Lighthouse stands as an iconic landmark. The Main-Dempster Mile features independent boutiques and bookstores, complementing Downtown Evanston's entertainment options at Century 12 theater and Fountain Square.
The real estate landscape varies by neighborhood. Downtown Evanston features condos, with one-bedroom units at $294,000 and two-bedroom units at $437,900. The Central Street area contains single-family homes with a median price of $885,000, while Ridge commands $1,687,500 for single-family properties. More affordable options exist in Southwest Evanston, where single-family homes have a median price of $331,000.
Property taxes in Evanston follow Cook County's effective rate of 1.98%, while Illinois maintains a 4.95% state income tax rate. The combined sales tax rate reaches 8.89%.
Public transportation connects residents to Chicago via three CTA Purple Line stations and multiple Metra stops. The education system includes highly rated public schools like Evanston Township High School and private institutions such as Roycemore School, both rated A+ by Niche. Local dining highlights include Soul & Smoke's acclaimed barbecue, The Barn Steakhouse's sophisticated fare, and LeTour's French-Moroccan fusion cuisine. The seasonal farmers' market, Green Bay Trail for cycling, and cultural venues like the Mitchell Museum of the American Indian contribute to the community's distinct character.
On average, homes in Evanston, IL sell after 15 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Evanston, IL over the last 12 months is $281,500, down 20% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
In Evanston, there are currently 17 multi-family homes for sale, providing an appealing investment opportunity for buyers. With multi-family homes priced between $495,000 to $1,775,000, there's a range to accomodate every budget. As of August, 2025 the median home price in Evanston is $281,999, while the average sale price is $400,041, offering insights into the local housing market. On average, multi-family homes spend 15 days listed before being sold. Multi-family homes include a variety of property types, from duplexes, triplexes, and fourplexes, to apartment complexes, all within a single building divided to accommodate multiple families living separately. These multi-family properties for sale offer investors the chance to generate rental income. Whether you're considering a duplex for a beginner investment or an apartment complex for a more substantial venture, there are investment properties available to meet your requirements. Explore the range of multi-family homes for sale in Evanston, IL.