NOT LISTED FOR SALE

888 Forest Ave Unit 25 Evanston, IL 60202

Southeast Evanston Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $434,000 - $525,000

3 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,700 Sq Ft
$281/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold June 17, 2022

Last sale price $445,000 $262 Per Sq Ft

Est. 7% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $3,792/month

2 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Wood Flooring
  • Granite Countertops
  • Soaking Tub
  • Lincoln Elementary School Rated A
  • Fenced Yard
  • 3-minute walk to Thomas E. Snyder Park & Tot Lot

About This Home

As of June 2022

Super cute and updated 3 Bed/2.1 Bath townhouse in prime Evanston location! The spacious living room features hardwood floors, a gas fireplace and recessed lighting. The kitchen has granite countertops and stainless appliances and opens to the family room. The primary suite has been updated with new carpet, California closet organizers, paint and bathroom (2021). Two more bedrooms and updated second bathroom (2021) complete the second floor. New carpet. Freshly painted. Second floor laundry. The unit has a fenced yard with patio. Pet friendly building. Two exterior parking spots. Two blocks from Lake Michigan. Walk to Main/Dempster Mile, Metra and "El."

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Nicki DeVine

Jameson Sotheby's International Realty License #475160524 Listed on: 05/06/2022

Jameson Sotheby's International Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Catherine Mudd

Compass License #475199249

Compass

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $7,986

Year Built

  • Built in 1976

Lot Details

  • 1.31

HOA Fees

  • $614 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Tar and Gravel Roof
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 1,700 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Gas Log Fireplace
  • Sliding Doors
  • Family Room
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Combination Dining and Living Room
  • Storage

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Granite Countertops
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Partially Carpeted

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 Potential Bedrooms
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Dual Sinks
  • Soaking Tub
  • Shower Body Spray

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on upper level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Home Security

Parking

  • 2 Parking Spaces
  • Uncovered Parking
  • Parking Included in Price
  • Assigned Parking

Schools

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

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Lake Michigan Water
  • Cable TV Available

Additional Features

  • Patio
  • Fenced Yard

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include water, gas, insurance, tv/cable, lawn care, scavenger, snow removal
  • 54 Units
  • Lori Johnson Coombe Association, Phone Number (224) 420-9322
  • Property managed by Schermerhorn & Co

Amenities

  • Community Storage Space

Recreation

  • Bike Trail

Pet Policy

  • Dogs and Cats Allowed

Security

  • Resident Manager or Management On Site
  • Fire Sprinkler System

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

$7,986

Year Built

Built in 1976

Lot Details

1.31 Acres

HOA Fees

$614 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Attached Single
  • Type Attached: Condo,Townhouse-2 Story
  • Ownership: Condo
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: Condo,Townhouse-2 Story
  • Year Built: 1976
  • Age: 41-50 Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: Commuter Bus,Commuter Train
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): No
  • Unit Floor Level: 1
  • Actual Status: Closed
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouses
  • Stories: 2

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal
  • Basement: None
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace Features: Gas Log, Gas Starter
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Interior Amenities: Hardwood Floors, Second Floor Laundry, Storage, Walk-In Closet(s), Some Carpeting, Granite Counters
  • LivingArea: 1700
  • Other Equipment: TV-Cable, Fire Sprinklers, Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Room Type: No additional rooms
  • Stories Total: 2
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Basement Description: None
  • Bathroom Amenities: Double Sink,Full Body Spray Shower,Soaking Tub
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Dining Room: Combined w/ LivRm
  • Fireplace Location: Living Room
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Door Features: Sliding Doors

Exterior Features

  • ExteriorFeatures: Patio
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • Lot Features: Fenced Yard
  • Roof: Tar and Gravel
  • Waterfront: No
  • Exterior Building Type: Brick

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Features: Assigned
  • ParkingTotal: 2
  • Number of Cars: 2
  • Parking: Space/s
  • Parking On-Site: Yes

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Heating: Electric, Forced Air
  • Laundry Features: In Unit
  • Water Source: Lake Michigan

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Pets Allowed: Cats OK, Dogs OK
  • Association Fee: 614
  • Association Amenities: Bike Room/Bike Trails, Storage
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Management: Manager Off-site
  • Master Association Fee: No
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
  • Management Company: Schermerhorn & Co
  • Management Contact Name: Lori Johnson-Coombe
  • Management Phone: 224-420-9322
  • ResoAssociationFeeFrequency: Monthly

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Water, Gas, Insurance, TV/Cable, Lawn Care, Scavenger, Snow Removal

Schools

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

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: COMMON
  • Special Assessments: N

Rental Info

  • Board Number: 2
  • Pets Allowed (Y/N): Yes
  • Is Parking Included in Price: Yes
  • Max Pet Weight: 999

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 7986.29
  • Tax Year: 2020
  • Tax Exemptions: None

Multi Family

  • Units in Building: 54

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 6, 2022
Closed on
Jun 7, 2022
Sold by
Powers Alexandra S and Powers Trevor A
Bought by
Heyman Joyce
Seller's Agent
Nicki DeVine
Jameson Sotheby's International Realty
Buyer's Agent
Catherine Mudd
Compass
List Price
$425,000
Sold Price
$445,000
Premium/Discount to List
$20,000
4.71%
Current Estimated Value
$478,371

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$33,371
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.94%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 24, 2019
Closed on
Aug 22, 2019
Sold by
Klein Anders and Weinberger Michelle F
Bought by
Powers Alexandra S and Trieschmann Trevor A
Seller's Agent
Jenifer McCartney
Jameson Sotheby's International Realty
Buyer's Agent
Nicki DeVine
Jameson Sotheby's International Realty
List Price
$370,000
Sold Price
$360,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$10,000
-2.7%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.84%
Original Mortgage
$288,000
Interest Rate
3.87%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 17, 2011
Sold by
Gold Kessler Daniel and Gold Kessler Robyn
Bought by
Klein Anders and Weinberger Michelle F

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$231,200
Interest Rate
4.58%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 21, 2007
Sold by
Langefeld Bret D and Langefeld Katherine P
Bought by
Gold Kessler Daniel and Kessler Robyn Gold

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$210,000
Interest Rate
7.25%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 14, 2004
Sold by
King Marion Georgia and The Marion Georgia King Declar
Bought by
Langefeld Bret D and Langefeld Katherine P

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$260,720
Interest Rate
4.87%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 30, 1998
Sold by
King Marion G
Bought by
Declaratio King Marion Georgia and Declaratio Marion Georgia King
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Heyman Joyce $445,000 Chicago Title
Powers Alexandra S $360,000 Premier Title
Klein Anders $289,000 Multiple
Gold Kessler Daniel $385,000 Multiple
Langefeld Bret D $326,000 Centennial Title Incorporate
Declaratio King Marion Georgia -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Powers Alexandra S $288,000
Previous Owner Klein Anders $231,200
Previous Owner Gold Kessler Daniel $210,000
Previous Owner Langefeld Bret D $260,720
Closed Heyman Joyce $0
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
06/17/2022 06/17/22 Sold $445,000 +4.7% $262 / Sq Ft
05/09/2022 05/09/22 Pending -- -- --
05/06/2022 05/06/22 For Sale $425,000 +18.1% $250 / Sq Ft
08/28/2019 08/28/19 Sold $360,000 -2.7% $212 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
06/29/2019 06/29/19 Pending -- -- --
06/24/2019 06/24/19 For Sale $370,000 -- $218 / 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 $7,947 $33,481 $4,217 $29,264
2024 $7,947 $32,828 $3,564 $29,264
2023 $7,625 $32,828 $3,564 $29,264
2022 $7,625 $32,828 $3,564 $29,264
2021 $8,094 $30,501 $1,900 $28,601
2020 $7,986 $30,501 $1,900 $28,601
2019 $6,947 $33,077 $1,900 $31,177
2018 $6,087 $25,652 $1,603 $24,049
2017 $5,944 $25,652 $1,603 $24,049
2016 $5,860 $25,652 $1,603 $24,049
2015 $5,688 $23,838 $1,336 $22,502
2014 $5,649 $23,838 $1,336 $22,502
2013 $5,503 $23,838 $1,336 $22,502
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Nicki DeVine

    Seller's Agent in 2022

    Nicki DeVine

    Jameson Sotheby's International Realty

    (847) 571-2170

    7 in this area

    23 Total Sales

    Nicki DeVine
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  • Catherine Mudd

    Buyer's Agent in 2022

    Catherine Mudd

    Compass

    (847) 609-8352

    5 in this area

    15 Total Sales

    Catherine Mudd
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  • Jenifer McCartney

    Seller's Agent in 2019

    Jenifer McCartney

    Jameson Sotheby's International Realty

    (847) 525-7898

    5 in this area

    66 Total Sales

    Jenifer McCartney
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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 11389448

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 11-19-403-016-1025

Illinois Cook County Evanston 60202 Southeast Evanston

888 Forest Ave Unit 25, Evanston, IL

Not Listed for Sale

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