NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1242 Elmwood Ave Unit 1 Evanston, IL 60202

Estimated Value: $174,000 - $212,000

1 Bed
1 Bath
-- Sq Ft
$269/mo HOA Fee

Last Sold December 20, 2022

Last sale price $160,000

Est. 27% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,662/month

12 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Wood Flooring
  • 3-minute walk to Dempster Station
  • Resident Manager or Management On Site
  • Nichols Middle School Rated A-
  • Formal Dining Room
  • 4-minute walk to Larimer Park

About This Home

As of December 2022

Conveniently situated in the heart of Evanston, this beautiful vintage apartment is filled with light and many beautiful details that will charm and delight you. The sun-flooded kitchen features modern appliances, a chic tiled backsplash, and plenty of storage in its ample white cabinets. The separate formal dining room is located off the kitchen, which is great for entertaining! Adjacent to it the living room boasts an elegant wood-burning fireplace that provides space, warmth, and sophistication This luxurious condo also features a comfortable, spacious bedroom and a cleverly designed bathroom with beautiful tile and a deluxe bathtub. This very special home is located on a raised first floor of a well-maintained building, with extra storage in the basement and easy street parking. Improvements include a new roof (2021), a new boiler, new appliances, refinished hardwood floors, landscaping upgrades, new lighting, and a newly serviced fireplace. Ideally located, just steps away from the Lake, transportation, and everything Evanston has to offer.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Betsy Phillips

Compass License #475164535 Listed on: 11/09/2022

Compass

Last Buyer's Agent

Regina Cartright

Jameson Sotheby's International Realty License #475117375

Jameson Sotheby's International Realty

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,610

Year Renovated

  • 2021

Lot Details

  • 8,015

HOA Fees

  • $269 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 3-Story Property
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Wood Flooring

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 1 Bedroom
  • 1 Potential Bedroom
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Schools

  • Washington Elementary School
  • Nichols Middle School
  • Evanston Twp High School

Utilities

  • Two Cooling Systems Mounted To A Wall/Window
  • Radiator
  • 100 Amp Service
  • Lake Michigan Water

Listing and Financial Details

  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include heat, water, insurance, exterior maintenance, scavenger, snow removal
  • 15 Units
  • Association Phone (773) 572-0880
  • Property managed by Westward360

Amenities

  • Coin Laundry
  • Community Storage Space

Pet Policy

  • Dogs and Cats Allowed

Security

  • Resident Manager or Management On Site

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,610

Year Renovated

2021

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$269 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Attached Single
  • Type Attached: Condo
  • Ownership: Condo
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: Condo
  • Age: 81-90 Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: None
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): Yes
  • Unit Floor Level: 1
  • Rehab Year: 2021
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Condos
  • Stories: 3
  • Year Renovated: 2021

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator
  • Basement: None
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 1
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Interior Amenities: Hardwood Floors
  • Room Type: No additional rooms
  • Stories Total: 3
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Basement Description: None
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Fireplace Location: Living Room
  • Total Sq Ft: 0

Exterior Features

  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • List Price: 165000
  • Waterfront: No
  • Exterior Building Type: Brick

Garage/Parking

  • Number of Cars: 0
  • Parking: None

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Window/Wall Units - 2
  • Electric: 100 Amp Service
  • Heating: Radiator(s)
  • Water Source: Lake Michigan

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Pets Allowed: Cats OK, Dogs OK
  • Association Fee: 269
  • Association Amenities: Coin Laundry, Storage
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Management: Manager Off-site
  • Master Association Fee: No
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
  • Management Company: Westward360
  • Management Contact Name: NA
  • Management Phone: 773-572-0880
  • ResoAssociationFeeFrequency: Monthly

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Heat, Water, Insurance, Exterior Maintenance, Scavenger, Snow Removal

Schools

  • Elementary School: Washington Elementary School
  • High School: Evanston Twp High School
  • Middle/Junior School: Nichols Middle School
  • Middle/Junior School District: 65

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: COMMON
  • Special Assessments: N

Rental Info

  • Board Number: 2
  • Pets Allowed (Y/N): Yes
  • Is Parking Included in Price: No
  • Max Pet Weight: 999

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 2610.16
  • Tax Year: 2020
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner

Multi Family

  • Units in Building: 15

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 17, 2025
Sold by
Ye Tianzhou and Premo Jason A
Bought by
Tianzhou Ye Revocable Trust and Ye
Current Estimated Value
$202,610

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 9, 2022
Closed on
Dec 15, 2022
Sold by
Roberts Wendy S
Bought by
Ye Tianzhou
Seller's Agent
Betsy Phillips
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Regina Cartright
Jameson Sotheby's International Realty
List Price
$179,500
Sold Price
$160,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$19,500
-10.86%
Views
26

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.39%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 6, 2016
Closed on
Nov 30, 2016
Sold by
Brenner Matthew C
Bought by
Roberts Wendy S
Seller's Agent
John Wyman
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Betsy Phillips
Compass
List Price
$149,900
Sold Price
$139,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$10,900
-7.27%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.38%
Original Mortgage
$125,100
Interest Rate
4.12%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 28, 2003
Sold by
Stanoiu Marius
Bought by
Brenner Matthew C

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 30, 2002
Sold by
Guerrero Clement
Bought by
Stanoiu Marius and Patel Ritesh

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$104,000
Interest Rate
5.75%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 31, 1999
Sold by
Howard Heather
Bought by
Guerrero Lizel A

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$97,000
Interest Rate
6.94%
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Tianzhou Ye Revocable Trust -- None Listed On Document
Ye Tianzhou $160,000 Citywide Title
Roberts Wendy S $139,000 Attorney
Brenner Matthew C $144,000 --
Brenner Matthew C $144,000 --
Stanoiu Marius $130,000 --
Guerrero Lizel A $100,000 Professional National Title
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Roberts Wendy S $125,100
Previous Owner Stanoiu Marius $104,000
Previous Owner Guerrero Lizel A $97,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
12/20/2022 12/20/22 Sold $160,000 -3.0% --
11/22/2022 11/22/22 Pending -- -- --
11/16/2022 11/16/22 Price Changed $165,000 -8.1% --
11/09/2022 11/09/22 For Sale $179,500 +29.1% --
12/30/2016 12/30/16 Sold $139,000 0.0% --
11/14/2016 11/14/16 Pending -- -- --
11/02/2016 11/02/16 Price Changed $139,000 -4.1% --
10/03/2016 10/03/16 Price Changed $145,000 -3.3% --
09/06/2016 09/06/16 For Sale $149,900 -- --
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2024 $3,831 $15,826 $1,140 $14,686
2023 $2,881 $15,826 $1,140 $14,686
2022 $2,881 $15,826 $1,140 $14,686
2021 $2,585 $13,071 $663 $12,408
2020 $2,610 $13,071 $663 $12,408
2019 $2,563 $14,367 $663 $13,704
2018 $1,387 $8,497 $559 $7,938
2017 $1,367 $8,497 $559 $7,938
2016 $1,518 $8,497 $559 $7,938
2015 $2,426 $11,673 $466 $11,207
2014 $2,418 $11,673 $466 $11,207
2013 $2,506 $12,287 $466 $11,821
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 11669879

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 11-19-103-032-1001