$1,200,000
SOLD JUN 30, 2025
4 Beds
5 Baths
2,747 Sq Ft
1893 Built

Recently Sold

$437 Per Sq Ft

21% Above List Price

3 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Property is near park
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Lincoln Elementary School Rated A
  • Recreation Room
  • 3-minute walk to Garden Park

About This Home

As of June 2025

Set on a picturesque street in the Lakeshore Historic District, 641 Michigan Avenue is a beautifully maintained and thoughtfully designed home. With 4 bedrooms and 3 full plus 2 half bathrooms, it offers the perfect blend of historic charm and modern functionality-starting with a welcoming front porch ideal for morning coffee or evening relaxation. The main level features a gracious living room, formal dining room, and an open kitchen that flows into a bright family room and casual eating area. A convenient mudroom, pantry space, and a powder room complete the first floor. Upstairs, the second level includes a serene primary suite with an updated, spacious bathroom and walk-in closet, a second bedroom with its own en-suite bath, and a third bedroom served by a full hall bath. The third floor offers flexibility as a fourth bedroom, office, or guest suite, complete with its own half bath. The clean basement includes a laundry room and a partially finished space with endless potential. Step outside to enjoy a beautifully landscaped backyard with two patios-perfect for outdoor dining and entertaining. A two-car garage, central AC, and thoughtful updates throughout make this move-in ready home truly complete. Located on tree-lined Michigan Avenue, just blocks from Lake Michigan, scenic parks, and beaches, this home also offers incredible walkability to trains, shops, restaurants, and everything Southeast Evanston has to offer. A truly special residence in a sought-after location.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Dale Lubotsky

Jameson Sotheby's International Realty License #475100563 Listed on: 05/29/2025

Jameson Sotheby's International Realty

Co-Listed By

Dana Bokor

Jameson Sotheby's International Realty License #475130519

Last Buyer's Agent

Alexander Amboian

Kale Realty License #475181228

Kale Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $16,100

Year Built

  • Built in 1893

Lot Details

  • Lot Dimensions are 50 x 161
  • Paved or Partially Paved Lot

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Parking Included in Price

Home Design

  • Victorian Architecture
  • Brick Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 2,747 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Decorative Fireplace
  • Fireplace With Gas Starter
  • Window Screens
  • Mud Room
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Recreation Room
  • Wood Flooring
  • Partially Finished Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4 Potential Bedrooms
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Dual Sinks
  • Soaking Tub
  • Separate Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Schools

  • Lincoln Elementary School
  • Nichols Middle School
  • Evanston Twp High School

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Humidifier
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Lake Michigan Water

Additional Features

  • Patio
  • Property is near park

Listing and Financial Details

  • Senior Tax Exemptions
  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$16,100

Year Built

Built in 1893

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • ArchitecturalStyle: Victorian
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: 2 Stories
  • Year Built: 1893
  • Age: 100+ Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: Commuter Bus,Commuter Train,Historical District
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): No
  • New Construction Y/N: No
  • Actual Status: Closed
  • SomePhotosVirtuallyStaged: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Humidifier
  • Basement: Partially Finished, Full
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 5
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning, Gas Starter, Decorative
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Interior Amenities: Cathedral Ceiling(s)
  • LivingArea: 2747
  • Room Type: Foyer, Mud Room, Recreation Room, Walk In Closet
  • Window Features: Screens
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 2937
  • Bathroom Amenities: Separate Shower,Double Sink,Soaking Tub
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Fireplace Location: Family Room,Living Room
  • Square Footage Comments: assessor does not include attic or basement
  • Total Sq Ft: 3987
  • Attic: Finished,Interior Stair
  • Flooring: Other

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Frame
  • Foundation Details: Brick/Mortar
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Waterfront: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
  • ParkingTotal: 2

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Heating: Natural Gas
  • Water Source: Lake Michigan

Condo/Co-op/Association

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

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: None

Schools

  • Elementary School: Lincoln Elementary School
  • High School: Evanston Twp High School
  • Middle/Junior School: Nichols Middle School

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Lot Dimensions: 50 X 161
  • Rural (Y/N): N
  • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Special Assessments: N

Rental Info

  • Board Number: 2
  • Is Parking Included in Price: Yes

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 16100
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner,Senior

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 29, 2025
Closed on
Jun 16, 2025
Sold by
Deptula Allan and Andreychuk Alfred
Bought by
Penberthy Philip and Penberthy Anna
Seller's Agent
Dale Lubotsky
Jameson Sotheby's International Realty
Buyer's Agent
Alexander Amboian
Kale Realty
List Price
$995,000
Sold Price
$1,200,000
Premium/Discount to List
$205,000
20.6%
Views
44
Current Estimated Value
$1,187,768

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$12,232
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-1.78%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 8, 2016
Closed on
Jul 13, 2016
Sold by
Strauss Terri E
Bought by
Deptula Allan and Andreychuk Alfred
Seller's Agent
Dale Stackler
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Jessa Strasse
Baird & Warner
List Price
$890,000
Sold Price
$814,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$76,000
-8.54%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.43%
Original Mortgage
$610,500
Interest Rate
2.62%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 29, 1908
Sold by
Strauss Terri E
Bought by
Strauss Terri E and Terri E Strauss Trust
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $1,200,000 None Listed On Document
Deed $814,000 Chicago Title
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $610,500 Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
06/30/2025 06/30/25 Sold $1,200,000 +20.6% $437 / Sq Ft
06/01/2025 06/01/25 Pending -- -- --
05/29/2025 05/29/25 For Sale $995,000 +22.2% $362 / Sq Ft
07/15/2016 07/15/16 Sold $814,000 -3.1% $411 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
05/23/2016 05/23/16 Pending -- -- --
05/16/2016 05/16/16 Price Changed $840,000 -5.6% $424 / Sq Ft
05/06/2016 05/06/16 For Sale $890,000 0.0% $449 / Sq Ft
05/04/2016 05/04/16 Pending -- -- --
04/28/2016 04/28/16 Price Changed $890,000 -2.7% $449 / Sq Ft
04/05/2016 04/05/16 Price Changed $915,000 -3.7% $462 / Sq Ft
03/07/2016 03/07/16 Price Changed $950,000 -3.6% $480 / Sq Ft
02/08/2016 02/08/16 For Sale $985,000 -- $497 / 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
2025 $16,100 $84,314 $28,755 $55,559
2024 $16,100 $69,800 $24,300 $45,500
2023 $16,186 $75,839 $24,300 $51,539
2022 $16,186 $75,839 $24,300 $51,539
2021 $13,408 $56,520 $12,960 $43,560
2020 $13,337 $56,520 $12,960 $43,560
2019 $14,817 $69,410 $12,960 $56,450
2018 $14,375 $58,653 $10,935 $47,718
2017 $14,029 $58,653 $10,935 $47,718
2016 $13,760 $58,653 $10,935 $47,718
2015 $14,894 $55,548 $9,112 $46,436
2014 $14,752 $55,548 $9,112 $46,436
2013 $14,413 $55,548 $9,112 $46,436
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 12374600

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 11-19-411-017-0000