$590,000
SOLD SEP 22, 2025
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,206 Sq Ft
1897 Built

Recently Sold

$489 Per Sq Ft

4% Above List Price

4 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Freestanding Bathtub
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • Dewey Elementary School Rated A
  • Wood Flooring
  • 2-minute walk to Mason Park

About This Home

As of September 2025

Welcome to 1608 Davis St, a tastefully updated 3 BR, 2 BTH home in one of Evanston's most sought after locations.The inviting curb appeal leads to a stylish, efficiently layed out interior that features wide plank hardwood floors, crown mildings, recessed lighting & Pella Windows. The updated kitchen offers Viking, Sub Zero & Miele appls, granite Countertops & 42 inch custom cabinets. The main floor also features a LR, separate Dining room, BR, & a full bath. Newly rebuilt staircase leads to a super stylish 2nd flr bathroom boasting a clawfoot tub. A retreat-like primary bedroom with vaulted cathedral ceilings & a second bedroom completes the second level. Relax on the expansive front porch while taking in 'the games' or retreat to your very own secret garden out back. The carport with Pergola allows for 2 cars. A fantastic location that's also near Dewey School, Cherry Pre-School & a short walk to METRA, the EL, movie theatres & numerous downtown Evanston restaurants. Welcome home!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Michael Bernard

Jameson Sotheby's International Realty Brokerage Phone: (847) 733-2860 License #475131796 Listed on: 08/01/2025

Jameson Sotheby's International Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Trevor Clark

Compass License #475200031

Compass

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $6,060

Year Built

  • Built in 1897

Lot Details

  • Lot Dimensions are 39 x 50
  • Paved or Partially Paved Lot

Home Design

  • Cottage
  • Brick Foundation
  • Asphalt Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1.5-Story Property
  • Built-In Features
  • Historic or Period Millwork
  • Coffered Ceiling
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Skylights
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Replacement Windows
  • Insulated Windows
  • Blinds
  • Window Screens
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House

Kitchen

  • Gas Oven
  • Range with Range Hood
  • High End Refrigerator
  • Dishwasher
  • Granite Countertops

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 Potential Bedrooms
  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • Bathroom on Main Level
  • 2 Full Bathrooms
  • Freestanding Bathtub
  • Soaking Tub

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Home Security

  • Storm Doors
  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors

Parking

  • 2 Parking Spaces
  • Off-Street Parking

Outdoor Features

  • Patio
  • Shed

Schools

  • Dewey Elementary School
  • Haven Middle School
  • Evanston Twp High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • 100 Amp Service
  • Lake Michigan Water
  • Gas Water Heater

Community Details

  • Tennis Courts

Listing and Financial Details

  • Senior Tax Exemptions
  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$6,060

Year Built

Built in 1897

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Type Detached: 1.5 Story
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • ArchitecturalStyle: Cottage
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: 1.5 Story
  • Year Built: 1897
  • Age: 100+ Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: Commuter Bus,Commuter Train
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): Yes
  • Rehab (Y/N): Yes
  • Rehab Year: 0000
  • New Construction Y/N: No
  • Rebuilt Year: 0000
  • Actual Status: Closed
  • SomePhotosVirtuallyStaged: No
  • Attribution Contact: (847) 733-2860
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, High End Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Range Hood, Gas Oven
  • Basement: Unfinished, Full
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Door Features: Storm Door(s)
  • Flooring: Hardwood, Carpet
  • Interior Amenities: Vaulted Ceiling(s), Cathedral Ceiling(s), 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath, Built-in Features, Coffered Ceiling(s), Special Millwork, Granite Counters, Separate Dining Room, Replacement Windows
  • Other Equipment: CO Detectors, Water Heater-Gas
  • Room Type: No additional rooms
  • Window Features: Screens, Skylight(s), Window Treatments, Drapes, Insulated Windows, Blinds
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Bathroom Amenities: Soaking Tub
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Flooring: Hardwood

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Frame, Wood Siding
  • Foundation Details: Brick/Mortar
  • OtherStructures: Shed(s)
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Waterfront: No

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Features: Brick Driveway, Off Street, On Site, Owned
  • ParkingTotal: 2

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
  • Laundry Features: Gas Dryer Hookup, In Unit
  • Water Source: Lake Michigan

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Community Features: Tennis Court(s), Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: None

Schools

  • Elementary School: Dewey Elementary School
  • High School: Evanston Twp High School
  • Middle/Junior School: Haven Middle School

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: 39 X 50
  • Rural (Y/N): N
  • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Special Assessments: N

Rental Info

  • Board Number: 2

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 6060.03
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner,Senior

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 1, 2025
Closed on
Sep 17, 2025
Sold by
Simon Hans-Georg and Fey Petra
Bought by
Gilmore Mary V and Wolfe Joshua A
Seller's Agent
Michael Bernard
Jameson Sotheby's International Realty
Buyer's Agent
Trevor Clark
Compass
List Price
$570,000
Sold Price
$590,000
Premium/Discount to List
$20,000
3.51%
Views
38
Current Estimated Value
$592,577

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$2,577
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.46%
Original Mortgage
$472,000
Outstanding Balance
$472,000
Interest Rate
5.88%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$120,577

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 29, 1998
Sold by
Murphy Colleen
Bought by
Simon Hans Georg and Fey Petra

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$210,600
Interest Rate
6.68%
Mortgage Type
Balloon

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 28, 1998
Sold by
Murphy William A and Murphy Catherine C
Bought by
Murphy Colleen

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$120,000
Interest Rate
7.27%
Source: Public Records
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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $590,000 Acuity Title
Warranty Deed $234,000 Chicago Title Insurance Co
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $472,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $210,600 Balloon
Previous Owner $120,000 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
09/22/2025 09/22/25 Sold $590,000 +3.5% $489 / Sq Ft
08/05/2025 08/05/25 Pending -- -- --
08/01/2025 08/01/25 For Sale $570,000 -- $473 / Sq Ft
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
2025 $6,060 $33,001 $3,023 $29,978
2024 $6,060 $31,000 $2,535 $28,465
2023 $5,771 $31,000 $2,535 $28,465
2022 $5,771 $31,000 $2,535 $28,465
2021 $5,388 $20,304 $1,998 $18,306
2020 $5,316 $20,304 $1,998 $18,306
2019 $5,268 $22,485 $1,998 $20,487
2018 $3,978 $14,521 $1,657 $12,864
2017 $3,874 $14,521 $1,657 $12,864
2016 $3,675 $14,521 $1,657 $12,864
2015 $3,650 $13,614 $1,365 $12,249
2014 $3,616 $13,614 $1,365 $12,249
2013 $3,533 $13,614 $1,365 $12,249
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 12428932

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 10-13-408-012-0000