Commons of Evanston 840 Forest Ave Unit C Evanston, IL 60202
Southeast Evanston Neighborhood
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,350
Sq Ft
$449/mo
HOA Fee
Highlights
- Wood Flooring
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Galley Kitchen
- Lincoln Elementary School Rated A
- Skylights
- 2-minute walk to Thomas E. Snyder Park & Tot Lot
About This Home
As of December 2018This duplex is like living in a town home in great Evanston location! Enter through your beautiful courtyard & head upstairs to the more secluded penthouse level. This 2 bed 1.5 bath home was totally renovated to perfection and designed with stunning upgrades including custom built-ins, rich red oak hardwood floors throughout, antique styled staircase, granite counter tops, high end stainless steel appliances, recessed lighting, all new baths have exceptional tile design and fixtures, & in unit laundry with high end washer/dryer. Family/dining room on main level and semi private patio in front. Parking and storage included! Walk to Metra, Redline, and beach!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
@properties Christie's International Real Estate Listed on: 09/27/2018
Last Buyer's Agent
Bogdan Lewandowski
RE/MAX City License #471014669
Property Details
Home Type
- Condominium
Est. Annual Taxes
- $6,236
Year Built | Renovated
- 1976 | 2017
HOA Fees
- $449 per month
Home Design
- Brick Exterior Construction
Interior Spaces
- Skylights
- Wood Flooring
Kitchen
- Galley Kitchen
- Oven or Range
- Microwave
- High End Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Disposal
Laundry
- Laundry on upper level
- Dryer
- Washer
Parking
- Parking Available
- Off-Street Parking
- Parking Included in Price
- Assigned Parking
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Lake Michigan Water
Additional Features
- Patio
- East or West Exposure
Community Details
- Pets Allowed
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 17, 2023
Sold by
Malecka Katarzyna M
Bought by
Chicago Title Land Trust Company
Purchase Details
Listed on
Sep 27, 2018
Closed on
Dec 24, 2018
Sold by
Hacking Kerry M
Bought by
Malecka Katarzyna M
Seller's Agent
MaryAnn Marsh
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Bogdan Lewandowski
RE/MAX City
List Price
$330,000
Sold Price
$295,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$35,000
-10.61%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.16%
Original Mortgage
$221,250
Interest Rate
4.8%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 30, 2017
Sold by
Iushenko Kateryina
Bought by
Hacking Kerry M
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$236,000
Interest Rate
3.97%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 20, 2016
Closed on
Sep 21, 2016
Sold by
Wells Fargo Bank N A
Bought by
Iushchenko Kateryna
Seller's Agent
Jason Pietrucha
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
Buyer's Agent
Rostyslav Kravchenko
American International Realty
List Price
$200,000
Sold Price
$137,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$63,000
-31.5%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
12.60%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 21, 2016
Sold by
Gosselin Gregory
Bought by
Song Rebecca
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$256,800
Interest Rate
2.75%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 6, 2016
Sold by
Song Yuan and Song Rebecca
Bought by
Song Rebecca Yuan
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$256,800
Interest Rate
2.75%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 8, 2016
Sold by
Bednarz Gerald F and Bednarz Gerald
Bought by
Wells Fargo Bank Na
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Quit Claim Deed | -- | Chicago Title | |
| Warranty Deed | $295,000 | Proper Title | |
| Warranty Deed | $295,000 | None Available | |
| Special Warranty Deed | $137,000 | First Title & Escrow | |
| Quit Claim Deed | -- | Attorney | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
| Sheriffs Deed | -- | Attorney |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $213,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $221,250 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $236,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $256,800 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $345,000 | Reverse Mortgage Home Equity Conversion Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $130,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $129,750 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $69,100 | Unknown |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/15/2025 07/15/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 07/10/2025 07/10/25 | For Sale | $320,000 | +8.5% | $231 / Sq Ft |
| 12/24/2018 12/24/18 | Sold | $295,000 | -1.7% | $219 / Sq Ft |
| 11/11/2018 11/11/18 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 11/01/2018 11/01/18 | Price Changed | $300,000 | -4.8% | $222 / Sq Ft |
| 10/08/2018 10/08/18 | Price Changed | $315,000 | -4.5% | $233 / Sq Ft |
| 09/27/2018 09/27/18 | For Sale | $330,000 | +140.9% | $244 / Sq Ft |
| 11/02/2016 11/02/16 | Sold | $137,000 | -6.5% | -- |
| 09/09/2016 09/09/16 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 08/18/2016 08/18/16 | Price Changed | $146,500 | -13.6% | -- |
| 07/19/2016 07/19/16 | Price Changed | $169,500 | -15.3% | -- |
| 04/20/2016 04/20/16 | For Sale | $200,000 | -- | -- |
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 | $6,236 | $25,759 | $2,796 | $22,963 |
| 2023 | $5,984 | $25,759 | $2,796 | $22,963 |
| 2022 | $5,984 | $25,759 | $2,796 | $22,963 |
| 2021 | $6,352 | $23,934 | $1,491 | $22,443 |
| 2020 | $6,267 | $23,934 | $1,491 | $22,443 |
| 2019 | $6,081 | $25,955 | $1,491 | $24,464 |
| 2018 | $5,515 | $20,129 | $1,258 | $18,871 |
| 2017 | $5,371 | $20,129 | $1,258 | $18,871 |
| 2016 | $4,462 | $20,129 | $1,258 | $18,871 |
| 2015 | $4,312 | $18,705 | $1,048 | $17,657 |
| 2014 | $4,286 | $18,705 | $1,048 | $17,657 |
| 2013 | $4,171 | $18,705 | $1,048 | $17,657 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Seller's Agent in 2025
Connie Dornan
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L
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2025
Lyndsay Kane
@ Properties
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M
Seller's Agent in 2018
MaryAnn Marsh
@ Properties
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B
Buyer's Agent in 2018
Bogdan Lewandowski
RE/MAX
-
J
Seller's Agent in 2016
Jason Pietrucha
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
-
R
Buyer's Agent in 2016
Rostyslav Kravchenko
American International Realty
About Commons of Evanston
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: MRD10095618
APN: 11-19-403-016-1010
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