Allyn Rawling
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
(224) 836-5330
38 Total Sales
9 in Southeast Evanston
$157K - $640K Price Range
537 Custer Ave Unit 3 Evanston, IL 60202
Southeast Evanston Neighborhood
1
Bed
1
Bath
850
Sq Ft
1927
Built
Highlights
- Living Room
- 3-minute walk to South Boulevard Station
- Central Air
- Lincoln Elementary School Rated A
- Laundry Room
- 3-minute walk to Reba Park
About This Home
As of July 2025Custer Street Lofts is zoned MU which allows for great flexibility in use. Designed for live/work, the space has full kitchen and bath, outside courtyard, multiple windows for natural light. Additionally, the space includes tenant-exclusive off-street parking and on-site laundry. Tenant pays only gas and electric which is individually metered. Building has high speed internet options. This is a small loft building of 8,000 SF plus interior courtyard. There are five live/work units and a large shop space at the rear of the property. Located in southeast Evanston, Chicago-Main business district, this is an easy walk to el (2 blocks) metra (4 blocks) and a plethora of restaurants and shops. The lakefront is less than 1/2 mile due east. Two major development projects are underway in the Chicago Main business district which will further economic activity in the neighborhood.
Last Agent to Rent the Property
River North Realty Inc License #475207190 Listed on: 06/18/2025
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Condo Details
Home Type
- Condominium
Year Built
- Built in 1927
Home Design
- Entry on the 1st floor
- Brick Exterior Construction
Interior Spaces
- 850 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Ceiling Fan
- Family Room
- Living Room
- Dining Room
- Laundry Room
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 1 Bedroom
- 1 Potential Bedroom
- 1 Full Bathroom
Parking
- 7 Parking Spaces
- Parking Available
- Off-Street Parking
- Parking Included in Price
Schools
- Evanston Twp High School
Utilities
- Central Air
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Lake Michigan Water
- Mechanical Septic System
Listing and Financial Details
- Property Available on 7/15/25
- Rent includes water, parking, scavenger, lawn care, snow removal
Community Details
Pet Policy
- Pets up to 30 lbs
- Limit on the number of pets
- Pet Size Limit
- Dogs and Cats Allowed
Additional Features
- Low-Rise Community
- Laundry Facilities
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 18, 2018
Sold by
537 Custer Evanston Lofts Llc
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
$6,600,000
Interest Rate
4.9%
Mortgage Type
Commercial
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 22, 2008
Sold by
Leineweber John J and Mcauley Mary
Bought by
537 Custer Evanston Lofts Llc
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 27, 2008
Sold by
North Star Trust Co
Bought by
537 Custer Evanston Lofts Llc
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 27, 1994
Sold by
Lasalle National Trust Na
Bought by
Harris Bank Glencoe Northbrook Na
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Agents Specializing in Southeast Evanston, IL
-
Allyn Rawling
-
Will Tveit
Will Tveit
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
(312) 586-9316
43 Total Sales
1 in Southeast Evanston
$585,000 Price
-
Miguel Ruiz
Miguel Ruiz
Baird & Warner
(708) 859-7355
24 Total Sales
1 in Southeast Evanston
$220,000 Price
-
Renee Clark
Renee Clark
Responds Quickly@properties Christie's International Real Estate
(224) 412-5142
184 Total Sales
1 in Southeast Evanston
$1,940,000 Price
-
Paul Harb
Paul Harb
Wilmette Real Estate & Management Company LLC
(224) 255-4770
8 Total Sales
1 in Southeast Evanston
$1,590,000 Price
-
Katrina de los Reyes
Katrina de los Reyes
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
(630) 580-0919
282 Total Sales
23 in Southeast Evanston
$152K - $2M Price Range
Purchase History
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| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| $1,300,000 | Chicago Title | ||
| 537 Custer Evanston Lofts Llc | -- | None Available | |
| 537 Custer Evanston Lofts Llc | -- | None Available | |
| Harris Bank Glencoe Northbrook Na | $80,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $6,450,000 | ||
| Closed | Evanston Buildings Llc | $6,600,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/10/2025 07/10/25 | Rented | $1,700 | 0.0% | -- |
| 06/18/2025 06/18/25 | For Rent | $1,700 | +6.6% | -- |
| 05/18/2021 05/18/21 | Rented | $1,595 | 0.0% | -- |
| 03/18/2021 03/18/21 | For Rent | $1,595 | +14.3% | -- |
| 03/17/2020 03/17/20 | Rented | $1,395 | 0.0% | -- |
| 02/12/2020 02/12/20 | Price Changed | $1,395 | -6.1% | $2 / Sq Ft |
| 01/27/2020 01/27/20 | Price Changed | $1,485 | -0.7% | $2 / Sq Ft |
| 01/20/2020 01/20/20 | For Rent | $1,495 | -- | -- |
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 | $24,046 | $128,000 | $24,362 | $103,638 |
| 2024 | $24,046 | $98,032 | $20,936 | $77,096 |
| 2023 | $24,706 | $98,032 | $20,936 | $77,096 |
| 2022 | $24,706 | $105,000 | $20,936 | $84,064 |
| 2021 | $21,278 | $79,116 | $12,180 | $66,936 |
| 2020 | $20,988 | $79,116 | $12,180 | $66,936 |
| 2019 | $21,148 | $89,095 | $12,180 | $76,915 |
| 2018 | $20,010 | $75,513 | $10,277 | $65,236 |
| 2017 | $19,500 | $75,513 | $10,277 | $65,236 |
| 2016 | $18,716 | $75,513 | $10,277 | $65,236 |
| 2015 | $20,557 | $78,214 | $8,564 | $69,650 |
| 2014 | $20,375 | $78,214 | $8,564 | $69,650 |
| 2013 | $19,888 | $78,214 | $8,564 | $69,650 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Tamer Fakhoury
TF
Landlord's Agent in 2025
Tamer Fakhoury
River North Realty Inc
(773) 726-0672
-
Cecille Plurad
Tenant's Agent in 2025
Cecille Plurad
Coldwell Banker Realty
(773) 719-0352
182 Total Sales
-
YT
Seller's Agent in 2021
Yassine Taib
Pearson Realty Group
-
Olivia Larson
OL
Buyer's Agent in 2021
Olivia Larson
Fulton Grace
(701) 320-8615
16 Total Sales
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12396772
APN: 11-19-412-021-0000
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