$210,000
PENDING $10K PRICE DROP

2539.5 Prairie Ave Unit 3W Evanston, IL 60201

Central Street Neighborhood

Estimated payment $1,601/month

Total Views 11,529
1 Bed
1 Bath
850 Sq Ft
$247 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Landscaped Professionally
  • 2-minute walk to Evanston Central Street Station
  • Intercom
  • Kingsley Elementary School Rated A-
  • Wood Flooring
  • 1-minute walk to Independence Park

About This Home

Top-Floor 1-Bedroom Condo in the Heart of Vibrant Evanston! Welcome to this beautifully updated 1-bedroom, 1-bath top-floor condo located in one of Evanston's most desirable and walkable neighborhoods. Perfectly situated near shops, restaurants, cafes, and public transportation, this home offers both charm and convenience. Step inside to find a spacious and sun-filled layout featuring large windows that flood the space with natural light. The large eat-in kitchen is ideal for cooking and entertaining, and the unit also includes in-unit laundry, central AC, and gas forced heat for year-round comfort.Key Features: Top-floor unit with abundant natural light, Generously sized eat-in kitchen, In-unit washer and dryer, Central air conditioning & gas forced heat, Pet-friendly building, Storage unit on-site, HOA allows rentals - investor friendly, Ample street parking available. Currently tenant-occupied, this unit presents a great opportunity for both homeowners and investors. Whether you're looking to move in or add to your portfolio, this condo offers the best of Evanston living. Don't miss your chance to own in this vibrant and sought-after location-schedule your showing today!

Listing Agent

Robert Wilder

Wilder Properties License #471018999 Listed on: 10/05/2025

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,562

Year Built

  • Built in 1920

Lot Details

  • Landscaped Professionally

HOA Fees

  • $200 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Entry on the 3rd floor
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Rubber Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 850 Sq Ft Home
  • 3-Story Property
  • Window Screens
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Storage
  • Wood Flooring
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Intercom

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 1 Bedroom
  • 1 Potential Bedroom
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Gas Dryer Hookup

Schools

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

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • 100 Amp Service
  • Lake Michigan Water

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include water, insurance, exterior maintenance, lawn care, scavenger, snow removal
  • 39 Units
  • David Merel Association, Phone Number (847) 677-2288
  • Top Floor 1 Bedrm
  • Property managed by Merel & Company

Pet Policy

  • Dogs and Cats Allowed

Additional Features

  • Community Storage Space
  • Resident Manager or Management On Site

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,562

Year Built

Built in 1920

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$200 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Attached Single
  • Type Attached: Condo
  • Ownership: Condo
  • EntryLevel: 3
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: Condo
  • Year Built: 1920
  • Age: 100+ Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: Commuter Bus,Commuter Train
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): No
  • Actual Status: Contingent
  • SomePhotosVirtuallyStaged: No
  • Special Features: UnderContract
  • Property Sub Type: Condos
  • Stories: 3

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator
  • Basement: Unfinished, Full
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 1
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Interior Amenities: Storage
  • LivingArea: 850
  • Other Equipment: Intercom
  • Room Type: No additional rooms
  • Stories Total: 3
  • Window Features: Screens
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Flooring: Hardwood

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • Lot Features: Landscaped
  • Roof: Rubber
  • Waterfront: No

Utilities

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

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Pets Allowed: Cats OK, Dogs OK
  • Association Fee: 200
  • Association Amenities: Storage
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Management: Manager Off-site
  • Master Association Fee: No
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
  • Management Company: Merel & Company
  • Management Contact Name: David Merel
  • Management Phone: 847-677-2288

Fee Information

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

Schools

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

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Lot Dimensions: COMMON
  • Special Assessments: N

Rental Info

  • Board Number: 2
  • Pets Allowed (Y/N): Yes
  • Max Pet Weight: 999

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 3562
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Tax Exemptions: None

Multi Family

  • Units in Building: 39

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Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
12/10/2025 12/10/25 Pending -- -- --
10/17/2025 10/17/25 Price Changed $210,000 -4.5% $247 / Sq Ft
10/05/2025 10/05/25 For Sale $220,000 -- $259 / Sq Ft
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 12488464

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)