Seller's Agent in 2025
Michael Thomas
@ Properties
(847) 322-6968
67 in this area
419 Total Sales
827 Forest Ave Unit 2E Evanston, IL 60202
Southeast Evanston Neighborhood
1
Bed
1
Bath
--
Sq Ft
$315/mo
HOA Fee
Highlights
- Wood Flooring
- Entrance Foyer
- Hot Water Heating System
- Lincoln Elementary School Rated A
- Property is near a bus stop
- 3-minute walk to Thomas E. Snyder Park & Tot Lot
About This Home
As of August 2025Delightful 1 bedroom vintage condo in charming courtyard building. This spacious unit features a formal living room and separate dining room. Galley kitchen with wood cabinets and gas range. The bedroom features ample closet space. Lovely details include high ceilings and hardwood floors. Fantastic location-Walk to both Metra and "el" trains, Main Street shopping, dining and entertainment and Lake Michigan including Lee Street Beach and the lakefront path. Close to Downtown Evanston and Northwestern University. Easy drive to the city. City parking lot next door.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Jameson Sotheby's International Realty License #475131782 Listed on: 11/29/2018
Property Details
Home Type
- Condominium
Est. Annual Taxes
- $3,507
Year Built
- 1923
HOA Fees
- $315 per month
Parking
- Parking Included in Price
Home Design
- Brick Exterior Construction
Interior Spaces
- Entrance Foyer
- Wood Flooring
Kitchen
- Oven or Range
- Dishwasher
Location
- Property is near a bus stop
Utilities
- One Cooling System Mounted To A Wall/Window
- Radiator
- Hot Water Heating System
Community Details
- Pets Allowed
Listing and Financial Details
- Homeowner Tax Exemptions
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jul 7, 2025
Closed on
Aug 13, 2025
Sold by
Miner Matthew
Bought by
Mitchell Ruth Ellen
Seller's Agent
Michael Thomas
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Angela Beckham
Kale Realty
List Price
$189,000
Sold Price
$195,000
Premium/Discount to List
$6,000
3.17%
Views
13
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-43.18%
Original Mortgage
$165,000
Outstanding Balance
$165,000
Interest Rate
4%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$21,379
Purchase Details
Listed on
Nov 29, 2018
Closed on
Nov 11, 2019
Sold by
Strauch Hilary and Logan Hilary Strauch
Bought by
Miner Matthew
Seller's Agent
Jackie Mack
Jameson Sotheby's International Realty
Buyer's Agent
Deborah Greenberg
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
List Price
$155,000
Sold Price
$120,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$35,000
-22.58%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.91%
Original Mortgage
$96,050
Interest Rate
3.75%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 25, 2006
Sold by
Slesinska Katarzyna
Bought by
Strauch Hilary
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$162,350
Interest Rate
6.88%
Mortgage Type
Unknown
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 27, 2002
Sold by
Baly Leanna C
Bought by
Slesinska Katarzyna
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$155,000
Interest Rate
6.39%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 28, 2000
Sold by
825 Forest Avenue Llc
Bought by
Baly Leanna C
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$99,180
Interest Rate
8.66%
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $195,000 | Chicago Title | |
| Warranty Deed | $120,000 | Chicago Title | |
| Warranty Deed | $191,000 | Chicago Title Insurance Co | |
| Warranty Deed | $167,000 | -- | |
| Warranty Deed | $122,500 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $165,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $96,050 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $163,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $162,500 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $163,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $162,350 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $38,789 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $155,000 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $101,600 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $99,180 | No Value Available |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/15/2025 08/15/25 | Sold | $195,000 | +3.2% | -- |
| 07/10/2025 07/10/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 07/07/2025 07/07/25 | For Sale | $189,000 | +57.5% | -- |
| 12/09/2019 12/09/19 | Sold | $120,000 | +0.8% | -- |
| 04/23/2019 04/23/19 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/15/2019 04/15/19 | Price Changed | $119,000 | -7.8% | -- |
| 03/13/2019 03/13/19 | Price Changed | $129,000 | -7.2% | -- |
| 02/18/2019 02/18/19 | Price Changed | $139,000 | -6.7% | -- |
| 01/26/2019 01/26/19 | Price Changed | $149,000 | -3.9% | -- |
| 11/29/2018 11/29/18 | For Sale | $155,000 | -- | -- |
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $3,507 | $14,488 | $1,523 | $12,965 |
| 2023 | $3,365 | $14,488 | $1,523 | $12,965 |
| 2022 | $3,365 | $14,488 | $1,523 | $12,965 |
| 2021 | $3,622 | $13,647 | $812 | $12,835 |
| 2020 | $3,573 | $13,647 | $812 | $12,835 |
| 2019 | $2,664 | $14,800 | $812 | $13,988 |
| 2018 | $2,542 | $12,713 | $685 | $12,028 |
| 2017 | $2,492 | $12,713 | $685 | $12,028 |
| 2016 | $2,850 | $13,757 | $685 | $13,072 |
| 2015 | $1,866 | $9,582 | $571 | $9,011 |
| 2014 | $1,863 | $9,582 | $571 | $9,011 |
| 2013 | $1,804 | $9,582 | $571 | $9,011 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Michael Thomas
-
Charles Richart
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2025
Charles Richart
@ Properties
(847) 903-3359
3 in this area
10 Total Sales
-
Angela Beckham
A
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Angela Beckham
Kale Realty
(865) 210-3616
1 in this area
48 Total Sales
-
Jackie Mack
Seller's Agent in 2019
Jackie Mack
Jameson Sotheby's International Realty
(847) 274-6676
47 in this area
320 Total Sales
-
Deborah Greenberg
Buyer's Agent in 2019
Deborah Greenberg
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
(773) 552-4817
12 Total Sales
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: MRD10146236
APN: 11-19-404-036-1012
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