Joelle Venzera
Compass
(708) 564-3952
110 Total Sales
1 in Southwest Evanston
$386,000 Price
553 Barton Ave Evanston, IL 60202
Southwest Evanston NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $497,103
4
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,843
Sq Ft
$270/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Balcony
- 1 Car Attached Garage
- Laundry Room
- Evanston Township High School Rated A+
- Living Room
- 2-minute walk to Kamen Park
About This Home
As of March 2026Desirable 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.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Real People Realty License #475155731 Listed on: 09/18/2025
Last Buyer's Agent
@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #475124199
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Townhouse Details
Home Type
- Townhome
Est. Annual Taxes
- $9,886
Year Built
- Built in 1969
Parking
- 1 Car Attached Garage
- Parking Available
- Parking Included in Price
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
- Finished Basement
- 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
- Cooling System Mounted In Outer Wall Opening
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Lake Michigan Water
Community Details
Overview
- 2 Units
Pet Policy
- Dogs and Cats Allowed
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Sep 18, 2025
Closed on
Mar 5, 2026
Sold by
Byline Bank and Edith H Myers Declaration Of Trust
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Court Stansberry
Real People Realty
Buyer's Agent
Michael Thomas
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
List Price
$530,000
Sold Price
$425,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$105,000
-19.81%
Views
211
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$72,103
Avg. Annual Appreciation
34.40%
Original Mortgage
$403,750
Outstanding Balance
$401,862
Interest Rate
6.38%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$95,241
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 27, 2005
Sold by
Myers Edith
Bought by
Myers Edith H and Edith H Myers Revocable Trust
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 16, 2003
Sold by
Fink Nancy Lynn
Bought by
Myers Edith
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$269,600
Interest Rate
5.62%
Mortgage Type
Unknown
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 5, 1996
Sold by
Fink Jerrold E and Fink Nancy Lynn
Bought by
Fink Nancy Lynn and Nancy Lynn Fink 1995 Trust
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Agents Specializing in Southwest Evanston, IL
-
Joelle Venzera
-
Will Tveit
Will Tveit
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
(312) 586-9316
43 Total Sales
2 in Southwest Evanston
$350K - $515K Price Range
-
Katrina de los Reyes
Katrina de los Reyes
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
(630) 580-0919
284 Total Sales
2 in Southwest Evanston
$380K - $495K Price Range
-
Carol O'Malley
Carol O'Malley
HomeSmart Connect LLC
(708) 859-6089
96 Total Sales
1 in Southwest Evanston
$395,000 Price
-
Tom Campone
Tom Campone
Keller Williams ONEChicago
(725) 228-7482
192 Total Sales
1 in Southwest Evanston
$628,000 Price
-
Herbert Straus
Herbert Straus
Responds QuicklyKeller Williams Thrive
(224) 231-0982
137 Total Sales
1 in Southwest Evanston
$376,000 Price
Purchase History
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| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| $425,000 | None Listed On Document | ||
| Myers Edith H | -- | -- | |
| Myers Edith | $337,000 | Cti | |
| Fink Nancy Lynn | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $403,750 | ||
| Previous Owner | Myers Edith | $269,600 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/13/2026 03/13/26 | Sold | $425,000 | 0.0% | $231 / Sq Ft |
| 03/05/2026 03/05/26 | Off Market | $425,000 | -- | -- |
| 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 |
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 | $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 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Court Stansberry
CS
Seller's Agent in 2026
Court Stansberry
Real People Realty
(773) 372-2464
1 in this area
5 Total Sales
-
Michael Thomas
Buyer's Agent in 2026
Michael Thomas
@ Properties
(847) 322-6968
15 in this area
397 Total Sales
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12474953
APN: 11-19-321-045-0000
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