NOT LISTED FOR SALE

521 Chicago Ave Evanston, IL 60202

Southeast Evanston Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $595,000 - $683,000

3 Beds
3 Baths
2,205 Sq Ft
828 Sq Ft Lot

Sale Details

Date Sold: July 31, 2018

Last sale price $485,000 $220 Per Sq Ft

Est. 29% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $4,575 / mo

71 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Landscaped Professionally
  • 1-minute walk to South Boulevard Station
  • Property is near park
  • Lincoln Elementary School Rated A
  • Deck
  • 2-minute walk to Vera Megowan Park

About This Home

As of July 2018

Beautiful townhome in Southeast Evanston! Freshly painted interior designer's home. Large, open floor plan living room with fireplace. Hardwood floors on 2nd floor, Spacious kitchen with breakfast bar, granite countertop, 42" maple cabinets, and brand new SS appliances. Cozy family room and powder room on 1st floor. Great master suite with double vanity, soaking tub, and separate shower. Attached 2 car garage. Large rooftop deck. Prime location just steps to Metra, El at Main st, Chicago avenue shops, and Lakefront. Must see!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Younsun Lee

NS Realty Group License #475160918 Listed on: 05/01/2018

Last Buyer's Agent

Barbara Kramer

Coldwell Banker Realty License #475123536

Coldwell Banker Realty

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Year Built

  • 2005

Lot Details

  • Southern Exposure
  • Landscaped Professionally

HOA Fees

  • $250 per month

Parking

  • Attached Garage
  • Parking Included in Price

Home Design

  • Brick Exterior Construction

Interior Spaces

  • Primary Bathroom is a Full Bathroom
  • Gas Log Fireplace
  • Wood Flooring

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Bar
  • Oven or Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Disposal

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Home Security

Outdoor Features

  • Balcony
  • Deck

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Gas
  • Individual Controls for Heating
  • Lake Michigan Water

Additional Features

  • North or South Exposure
  • Property is near park

Listing and Financial Details

  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions

Community Details

Pet Policy

  • Pets Allowed

Security

  • Storm Screens

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Year Built

2005

Lot Details

828 Sq Ft Lot

HOA Fees

$250 per month

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Attached Single
  • General Information: Commuter Train
  • Unit Floor Level: 1
  • Age: 11-15 Years
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Number Interior Fireplaces: 1
  • Ownership: Condo
  • Total Full or Half Bathrooms: 2.1
  • Estimated Year Built: 2005
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner
  • Type Attached: T3-Townhouse 3+ Stories
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Condos
  • Stories: 4
  • Year Built: 2005

Interior Features

  • Interior Property Features: Hardwood Floors, Laundry Hook-Up in Unit
  • Number Of Rooms: 7
  • Living Room: Dimensions: 28X18, On Level: 2nd Level, Flooring: Hardwood
  • Appliances: Oven/Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, All Stainless Steel Kitchen Appliances
  • Fireplace Details: Gas Logs, Gas Starter
  • Fireplace Location: Living Room
  • Bedrooms All Levels: 3
  • Primary Bedroom Bath: Full
  • Above Grade Bedrooms: 3
  • Laundry: Dimensions: 9X7, On Level: 4th Level, Flooring: Ceramic Tile
  • Dining Room: Dimensions: COMBO, On Level: 2nd Level, Flooring: Hardwood
  • Kitchen Type: Dimensions: 18X12, On Level: 2nd Level, Flooring: Hardwood
  • Kitchen Type: Eating Area-Breakfast Bar
  • Additional Rooms: Balcony, Deck
  • Master Bedroom: Dimensions: 15X11, On Level: 3rd Level, Flooring: Carpet
  • Additional Room 1 Name: Balcony, Dimensions: 10X4, On Level: 2nd Level
  • Additional Room 2 Name: Deck, Dimensions: 16X9, On Level: 4th Level
  • Bedroom 2: Dimensions: 13X8, On Level: 3rd Level, Flooring: Carpet
  • Bedroom 3: Dimensions: 10X9, On Level: 3rd Level, Flooring: Carpet
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 2205
  • Dining Room Type: Combined w/ LivRm
  • Family Room: Dimensions: 20X16, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Carpet

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Building Type: Brick
  • Exterior Property Features: Balcony, Deck, Storms/Screens
  • Exposure: N (North), S (South)

Garage/Parking

  • Number of Cars: 2
  • Parking: Garage
  • Garage Type: Attached
  • Garage On Site: Yes
  • Number Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Included In Price: Yes

Utilities

  • Electricity: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
  • Air Conditioner: Central Air
  • Water: Lake Michigan
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Heating Fuel: Gas, Forced Air, Indv Controls

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Max Pet Weight: 999
  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Pet Information: Cats OK, Dogs OK
  • Assessment Includes: Water, Exterior Maintenance, Lawn Care, Scavenger, Snow Removal
  • Assessment Association Fees: 250
  • Management Contact Name: Bruce Karbal
  • Management Phone: 847-324-8930

Fee Information

  • Management Company: Cagan Management

Schools

  • Junior High Dist: 65

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: COMMON
  • Lot Description: Landscaped Professionally, Park Adjacent
  • Parcel Identification Number: 11194130510000

Multi Family

  • Total Number Unitsin Building: 90
  • Number Stories: 4

Tax Info

  • Taxes: 9491.50

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 3, 2025
Sold by
Bought by
Current Estimated Value
$627,449

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 1, 2018
Closed on
Jul 31, 2018
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Younsun Lee
NS Realty Group
Buyer's Agent
Barbara Kramer
Coldwell Banker Realty
List Price
$519,000
Sold Price
$485,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$34,000
-6.55%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.29%
Original Mortgage
$260,000
Interest Rate
0.045%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 29, 2008
Sold by
Bought by

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$285,000
Interest Rate
0.0606%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

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Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
-- None Listed On Document
$485,000 Chicago Title
$385,000 Cti
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner $260,000
Previous Owner $285,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
07/31/2018 07/31/18 Sold $485,000 -2.8% $220 / Sq Ft
07/11/2018 07/11/18 Pending -- -- --
07/09/2018 07/09/18 Price Changed $499,000 -2.0% $226 / Sq Ft
05/29/2018 05/29/18 Price Changed $509,000 -1.9% $231 / Sq Ft
05/01/2018 05/01/18 For Sale $519,000 -- $235 / Sq Ft
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

Tax History

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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 $11,237 $52,000 $8,230 $43,770
2024 $11,237 $46,416 $9,000 $37,416
2023 $10,782 $46,416 $9,000 $37,416
2022 $10,782 $46,416 $9,000 $37,416
2021 $11,815 $44,520 $1,316 $43,204
2020 $11,657 $44,520 $1,316 $43,204
2019 $11,314 $48,287 $1,316 $46,971
2018 $10,275 $37,505 $1,111 $36,394
2017 $10,007 $37,505 $1,111 $36,394
2016 $9,492 $37,505 $1,111 $36,394
2015 $9,072 $33,834 $925 $32,909
2014 $8,986 $33,834 $925 $32,909
2013 $8,779 $33,834 $925 $32,909
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Y

    Seller's Agent in 2018

    Younsun Lee

    NS Realty Group

    (847) 312-5775

    16 Total Sales

    Younsun Lee
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  • Barbara Kramer

    Buyer's Agent in 2018

    Barbara Kramer

    Coldwell Banker Realty

    (847) 866-8200

    18 in this area

    77 Total Sales

    Barbara Kramer
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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: MRD09935157

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 11-19-413-051-0000

Illinois Cook County Evanston 60202 Southeast Evanston

521 Chicago Ave, Evanston, IL

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