2252 Orrington Ave Evanston, IL 60201
Northeast Evanston NeighborhoodEstimated payment $12,900/month
Highlights
- 0.36 Acre Lot
- 3-minute walk to Noyes Station
- Deck
- Orrington Elementary School Rated A
- Colonial Architecture
- 4-minute walk to Philbrick Park
About This Home
Elegant, spacious, and full of light, 2252 Orrington is a 1915 Colonial sited on a 1/3 acre lot within blocks of Lake Michigan, downtown Evanston, and Northwestern University. Updated and beautifully restored, this stately home features 6+ bedrooms, main floor private office, formal living room, dining room, family room, and a large English eat-in kitchen with island. Wonderful details include original butler's pantry cabinets, plaster moldings, bay windows and the stunning central staircase. The current owners thoughtfully updated 2 bathrooms and added a screened porch off the family room and adjoining spacious deck overlooking the stunning grounds, while leaving plenty of space for a large sport court and 2 car garage. The large third floor features a large recreation room, full bath and 2 bonus rooms. Extra high ceilings in unfinished basement. 2252 Orrington is a very special "forever" home on one of the prettiest streets in Evanston. Recent improvements include: hot water heater, new boiler, all bathrooms updated and new flat roof.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $33,387
Year Built
- Built in 1916 | Remodeled in 2024
Lot Details
- 0.36 Acre Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 74 x 211
Parking
- 2 Car Garage
Home Design
- Colonial Architecture
Interior Spaces
- 5,090 Sq Ft Home
- 3-Story Property
- Built-In Features
- Bookcases
- Ceiling Fan
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Mud Room
- Family Room
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Sitting Room
- Formal Dining Room
- Home Office
- Recreation Room
- Screened Porch
- Wood Flooring
Kitchen
- Range with Range Hood
- Microwave
- High End Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Wine Refrigerator
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Disposal
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 6 Bedrooms
- 6 Potential Bedrooms
- Dual Sinks
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Laundry in multiple locations
- Dryer
- Washer
Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Sump Pump
- Finished Basement Bathroom
Outdoor Features
- Deck
Schools
- Orrington Elementary School
- Haven Middle School
- Evanston Twp High School
Utilities
- Central Air
- Radiator
- Heating System Uses Steam
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- 400 Amp
- Lake Michigan Water
Listing and Financial Details
- Homeowner Tax Exemptions
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
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 | $33,387 | $140,000 | $43,142 | $96,858 |
| 2023 | $31,997 | $140,000 | $43,142 | $96,858 |
| 2022 | $31,997 | $140,000 | $43,142 | $96,858 |
| 2021 | $36,315 | $138,946 | $28,238 | $110,708 |
| 2020 | $35,884 | $138,946 | $28,238 | $110,708 |
| 2019 | $37,697 | $159,500 | $28,238 | $131,262 |
| 2018 | $35,919 | $130,000 | $23,532 | $106,468 |
| 2017 | $34,064 | $130,000 | $23,532 | $106,468 |
| 2016 | $29,464 | $118,001 | $20,002 | $97,999 |
| 2015 | $23,739 | $90,400 | $20,002 | $70,398 |
| 2014 | $22,946 | $88,318 | $20,002 | $68,316 |
| 2013 | $20,927 | $82,683 | $25,194 | $57,489 |
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/10/2025 09/10/25 | For Sale | $1,899,000 | 0.0% | $373 / Sq Ft |
| 09/10/2025 09/10/25 | Price Changed | $1,899,000 | -- | $373 / Sq Ft |
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Chicago Title Insurance Comp | |
| Deed | $1,090,000 | Cti | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- |
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $548,250 | New Conventional | |
| Open | $1,196,000 | No Value Available | |
| Closed | $675,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Closed | $395,000 | New Conventional | |
| Closed | $417,000 | New Conventional | |
| Closed | $596,000 | Unknown | |
| Closed | $275,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $597,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $240,000 | Credit Line Revolving |
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12438805
APN: 11-07-116-028-0000
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