$485,000
SOLD NOV 7, 2024

301 Darrow Ave Evanston, IL 60202

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,300 Sq Ft
7,579 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$373 Per Sq Ft

7% Above List Price

5 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Property is near a park
  • 2-Story Property
  • Living Room
  • Evanston Township High School Rated A+
  • 1 Car Attached Garage
  • 2-minute walk to Levinson Tot Lot

About This Home

As of November 2024

On the main floor, you'll find an open-concept living/dining room combo that provides a welcoming space for gatherings, a bedroom, and a beautifully renovated bath, perfect for guests. A large, sun-filled family room provides a second lounging space, and it opens to an enormous backyard, ideal for grilling, entertaining, and outdoor activities. The spacious kitchen eat-in kitchen looks out at the backyard and is ready for your creative update ideas. The attached garage, currently used as a heated gym, offers flexibility to expand your living space or continue using it for fitness and hobbies. Upstairs, you'll find two generous bedrooms and a newly renovated, modern bath. Located on a quiet, tree-lined street in peaceful southwest Evanston, this home offers both tranquility and convenience. Just a short distance from Dawes Elementary School, James Park, Target, and Aldi, you'll enjoy easy access to everyday essentials and recreational opportunities. Whether it's a stroll through the park or a quick shopping trip, everything you need is within reach. With its move-in-ready charm and potential for upgrades, this home is perfect for growing families or those seeking a versatile layout with room to personalize. Don't miss the opportunity to make it yours!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Karla Thomas

Urb & Burb Realty License #471018127

Last Buyer's Agent

Stephanie LoVerde

Baird & Warner License #475156302

Baird & Warner

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $7,666

Year Built

  • Built in 1952

Lot Details

  • 7,579 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 89x85
  • Paved or Partially Paved Lot

Parking

  • 1 Car Attached Garage
  • No Garage
  • Driveway
  • Off-Street Parking
  • Parking Included in Price

Home Design

  • 2-Story Property
  • Brick Exterior Construction

Interior Spaces

  • 1,300 Sq Ft Home
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Laundry Room

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 Potential Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Schools

  • Dawes Elementary School
  • Chute Middle School
  • Evanston Twp High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Lake Michigan Water

Additional Features

  • Shed
  • Property is near a park

Listing and Financial Details

  • Senior Tax Exemptions
  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$7,666

Year Built

Built in 1952

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • ArchitecturalStyle: Ranch
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: 2 Stories
  • Year Built: 1952
  • Age: 71-80 Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: None
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): No
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Basement: None
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • LivingArea: 1300
  • Room Type: No additional rooms
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Basement Description: None
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • ResoLivingAreaSource: Estimated

Exterior Features

  • List Price: 455000
  • OtherStructures: Shed(s)
  • Waterfront: No
  • Exterior Building Type: Brick

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Parking Features: Off Street, Driveway
  • ParkingTotal: 4
  • Driveway: Concrete
  • Garage Details: None/NA
  • Garage On-Site: Yes
  • Garage Ownership: Owned
  • Garage Type: Attached
  • Parking: Garage,Space/s
  • Parking On-Site: Yes

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
  • Water Source: Lake Michigan

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Community Features: Park, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: None

Schools

  • Elementary School: Dawes Elementary School
  • High School: Evanston Twp High School
  • Middle/Junior School: Chute Middle School
  • Middle/Junior School District: 65
  • Elementary School #2: M L King Jr Lab Experimental School

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Acres: 0.174
  • Lot Dimensions: 89X85
  • Rural (Y/N): N
  • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Special Assessments: N

Rental Info

  • Board Number: 8
  • Is Parking Included in Price: Yes

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 7666
  • Tax Year: 2022
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner,Senior

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 9, 2024
Closed on
Oct 25, 2024
Sold by
Hawes Erin and Nelson Shantel
Bought by
Kelly Shane Michael and Idaszak Kristin Clare
Seller's Agent
Karla Thomas
Urb & Burb Realty
Buyer's Agent
Stephanie LoVerde
Baird & Warner
List Price
$455,000
Sold Price
$485,000
Premium/Discount to List
$30,000
6.59%
Total Days on Market
5
Views
16
Current Estimated Value
$485,526

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$526
Avg. Annual Appreciation
0.21%
Original Mortgage
$339,500
Outstanding Balance
$337,913
Interest Rate
6.38%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$147,613

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 3, 2021
Closed on
Jun 4, 2021
Sold by
Scobie James and Scobie Judy
Bought by
Hawes Erin and Nelson Shantel
Seller's Agent
nick zouras
Kent Realty Co.
Buyer's Agent
Karla Thomas
Urb & Burb Realty
Sold Price
$365,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.64%

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 3, 2021
Closed on
Jun 1, 2021
Sold by
Gross Tina P and Scobie Christine
Bought by
Scobie James
Seller's Agent
nick zouras
Kent Realty Co.
Buyer's Agent
Karla Thomas
Urb & Burb Realty
Sold Price
$365,000

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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 Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $485,000 Chicago Title
Warranty Deed $485,000 Chicago Title
Warranty Deed $365,000 Chicago Title
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Chicago Title
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $339,500 New Conventional
Closed $339,500 New Conventional
Previous Owner $292,000 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
11/07/2024 11/07/24 Sold $485,000 +6.6% $373 / Sq Ft
10/14/2024 10/14/24 Pending -- -- --
10/09/2024 10/09/24 For Sale $455,000 +24.7% $350 / Sq Ft
06/04/2021 06/04/21 Sold $365,000 0.0% $281 / Sq Ft
05/05/2021 05/05/21 Pending -- -- --
05/05/2021 05/05/21 For Sale -- -- --
05/03/2021 05/03/21 For Sale $365,000 -- $281 / Sq Ft
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

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 $7,666 $36,000 $12,482 $23,518
2023 $7,666 $36,000 $12,482 $23,518
2022 $7,666 $36,000 $12,482 $23,518
2021 $8,764 $32,587 $9,078 $23,509
2020 $1,399 $32,587 $9,078 $23,509
2019 $1,383 $36,411 $9,078 $27,333
2018 $1,621 $30,389 $7,565 $22,824
2017 $1,550 $30,389 $7,565 $22,824
2016 $2,102 $30,389 $7,565 $22,824
2015 $2,343 $24,183 $6,241 $17,942
2014 $2,272 $24,183 $6,241 $17,942
2013 $2,273 $24,183 $6,241 $17,942
Source: Public Records

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 12183971

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 10-25-208-039-0000