553 Barton Ave Evanston, IL 60202
Southwest Evanston NeighborhoodEstimated payment $3,439/month
Highlights
- Balcony
- Living Room
- Dining Room
- Chute Middle School Rated 9+
- Laundry Room
- 2-minute walk to Kamen Park
About This Home
Desirable 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath townhouse with great bones - waiting for your personal finishing touches. Ideally located just 0.5 mile from Lake Michigan (South Boulevard Beach access at the east end of South Boulevard), this home offers the perfect blend of convenience and lifestyle. Enjoy easy access to public transportation, shopping, dining, top schools, and a public park directly adjacent to the property - everything you need is within reach.
Townhouse Details
Home Type
- Townhome
Est. Annual Taxes
- $9,886
Year Built
- Built in 1969
Parking
- 1 Car Garage
Home Design
- Entry on the 1st floor
- Brick Exterior Construction
Interior Spaces
- 1,843 Sq Ft Home
- 3-Story Property
- Family Room
- Living Room
- Dining Room
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Laundry Room
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- 4 Potential Bedrooms
Outdoor Features
- Balcony
Schools
- Evanston Twp High School
Utilities
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Lake Michigan Water
Community Details
Overview
- 2 Units
Pet Policy
- Dogs and Cats Allowed
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $9,886 | $50,000 | $8,126 | $41,874 |
| 2024 | $9,886 | $46,271 | $6,999 | $39,272 |
| 2023 | $9,439 | $46,271 | $6,999 | $39,272 |
| 2022 | $9,439 | $46,271 | $6,999 | $39,272 |
| 2021 | $6,926 | $31,746 | $5,299 | $26,447 |
| 2020 | $6,940 | $31,746 | $5,299 | $26,447 |
| 2019 | $7,150 | $36,294 | $5,299 | $30,995 |
| 2018 | $7,747 | $34,088 | $4,416 | $29,672 |
| 2017 | $7,572 | $34,088 | $4,416 | $29,672 |
| 2016 | $7,849 | $34,901 | $4,416 | $30,485 |
| 2015 | $7,805 | $33,197 | $3,709 | $29,488 |
| 2014 | $7,755 | $33,197 | $3,709 | $29,488 |
| 2013 | $7,549 | $33,197 | $3,709 | $29,488 |
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/31/2025 12/31/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 10/16/2025 10/16/25 | Price Changed | $505,000 | -4.7% | $274 / Sq Ft |
| 09/18/2025 09/18/25 | For Sale | $530,000 | -- | $288 / Sq Ft |
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- | |
| Deed | $337,000 | Cti | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- |
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $269,600 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $123,000 | No Value Available |
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12474953
APN: 11-19-321-045-0000
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