714 Seward St Evanston, IL 60202
Estimated payment $4,933/month
Highlights
- Vaulted Ceiling
- 4-minute walk to South Boulevard Station
- Farmhouse Style Home
- Lincoln Elementary School Rated A
- Wood Flooring
- 3-minute walk to Reba Park
About This Home
First time on the market in over 100 years! Welcome to this well cared for farmhouse built in 1897 Nestled in sought-after Main St./Chicago Ave neighborhood, this home offers a rare blend of historic charm and future potential. Step inside to discover a gracious main level featuring a double parlor with original woodwork, a decorative fireplace, and pocket doors. The dining room opens to an enclosed back porch through French doors-perfect for relaxing with a morning coffee. The efficient kitchen with pantry and a convenient 1/4 bath complete the first floor. Upstairs, you'll find four good-sized bedrooms and a full hall bath. The unfinished third level features a vaulted ceiling. Set on a large lot with space for outdoor entertaining, future expansion, or a new garage. This is a rare opportunity to restore and personalize this home in one of Evanston's most popular neighborhoods. Close to both the Metra and CTA, the Lake and some of Evanston's most popular restaurants and shops. Roof 2013, Electric panel and wiring 2013, exterior painted 2022
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $15,202
Year Built
- Built in 1897
Home Design
- Farmhouse Style Home
- Victorian Architecture
- Brick Foundation
- Asphalt Roof
Interior Spaces
- 1,900 Sq Ft Home
- 3-Story Property
- Historic or Period Millwork
- Vaulted Ceiling
- Decorative Fireplace
- Mud Room
- Entrance Foyer
- Family Room
- Living Room
- Formal Dining Room
- Sun or Florida Room
- Storage Room
- Laundry Room
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Attic
Kitchen
- Range
- Microwave
Flooring
- Wood
- Ceramic Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- 4 Potential Bedrooms
- 1 Full Bathroom
Parking
- 2 Parking Spaces
- Off Alley Parking
- Parking Included in Price
Schools
- Lincoln Elementary School
- Nichols Middle School
- Evanston Twp High School
Utilities
- No Cooling
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
Additional Features
- Enclosed Patio or Porch
- Lot Dimensions are 49 x 149
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $15,202 | $61,979 | $20,488 | $41,491 |
| 2023 | $14,583 | $61,979 | $20,488 | $41,491 |
| 2022 | $14,583 | $61,979 | $20,488 | $41,491 |
| 2021 | $14,953 | $55,598 | $11,920 | $43,678 |
| 2020 | $14,749 | $55,598 | $11,920 | $43,678 |
| 2019 | $14,502 | $61,097 | $11,920 | $49,177 |
| 2018 | $12,842 | $46,258 | $10,057 | $36,201 |
| 2017 | $12,504 | $46,258 | $10,057 | $36,201 |
| 2016 | $11,857 | $46,258 | $10,057 | $36,201 |
| 2015 | $11,200 | $41,183 | $8,381 | $32,802 |
| 2014 | $11,092 | $41,183 | $8,381 | $32,802 |
| 2013 | $10,836 | $41,183 | $8,381 | $32,802 |
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/28/2025 07/28/25 | For Sale | $699,000 | -- | $368 / Sq Ft |
About the Listing Agent
Summerville Partners, consisting of Mary Summerville and Jason Cox brings a wealth of knowledge with over 30 years of experience, 1,746 transactions closed, and $3/4 billion in sales, Summerville Partners has built a loyal clientele by demonstrating exceptional market knowledge, outstanding customer service, and the utmost integrity. The team prides itself on its client-centric philosophy which requires continual honing of skills and adaptive ways of doing business. Summerville Partners stays
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