1408 Brown Ave Evanston, IL 60201
West Evanston NeighborhoodEstimated payment $4,543/month
Highlights
- 2 Car Detached Garage
- Forced Air Heating System
- Heating System Uses Steam
- Lincolnwood Elementary School Rated A
About This Home
Charming Queen Anne Multi-Family in Prime Location Don't miss this rare opportunity to own a beautifully maintained Queen Anne-style three-unit building with exceptional curb appeal. Set on a landscaped lot, this home features a welcoming, oversized front porch-perfect for relaxing or entertaining. The spacious owner-occupied first-floor unit boasts soaring 10-foot ceilings, a cozy fireplace in the living room, and a primary suite. The updated kitchen opens to a sunlit family room with direct access to a large rear deck and the lush backyard-ideal for indoor/outdoor living. Each unit offers generous space, including a large one-bedroom unit. The full walkout basement includes two finished rooms, providing great potential for additional living space, office, or storage. This is a true family-owned building with under-market rents, making it a fantastic opportunity for an owner-occupant, investor, or developer. Live in one unit and rent out the others or explore the full investment potential of this unique property.
Property Details
Home Type
- Multi-Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $10,902
Year Built
- Built in 1893
Lot Details
- Lot Dimensions are 57 x 135
Parking
- 2 Car Detached Garage
- Parking Available
- Garage Door Opener
Home Design
- Vinyl Siding
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 5 Bedrooms
- 5 Potential Bedrooms
- 4 Bathrooms
Finished Basement
- Walk-Out Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
Schools
- Dewey Elementary School
- Chute Middle School
- Evanston Twp High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating System
- Heating System Uses Steam
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Lake Michigan Water
Community Details
- 3 Units
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $10,902 | $71,000 | $11,828 | $59,172 |
| 2024 | $10,902 | $51,000 | $9,920 | $41,080 |
| 2023 | $4,820 | $51,000 | $9,920 | $41,080 |
| 2022 | $4,820 | $51,000 | $9,920 | $41,080 |
| 2021 | $6,683 | $31,178 | $7,821 | $23,357 |
| 2020 | $6,701 | $31,178 | $7,821 | $23,357 |
| 2019 | $7,972 | $40,196 | $7,821 | $32,375 |
| 2018 | $8,744 | $38,098 | $6,486 | $31,612 |
| 2017 | $8,544 | $38,098 | $6,486 | $31,612 |
| 2016 | $9,642 | $38,098 | $6,486 | $31,612 |
| 2015 | $6,699 | $29,550 | $5,341 | $24,209 |
| 2014 | $6,497 | $29,550 | $5,341 | $24,209 |
| 2013 | $6,010 | $29,550 | $5,341 | $24,209 |
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/12/2025 11/12/25 | For Sale | $699,900 | -- | -- |
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12516681
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