1218 Elmwood Avenue, Evanston, IL, 60202

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$1,950,000
8 Days On Site

1218 Elmwood Avenue
Evanston, IL 60202

For Sale|Single Family Residence|Active
5
Beds
5
Total Baths
4
Full Baths
1
Partial Bath
6,253
SqFt
$312
/SqFt
2008
Built
County:
Cook
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Prepare to be wowed! This rare newer construction home built in 2008 sits on a large lot, offers an exceptional walk-to location in Evanston and combines timeless design and updates with modern comfort. With an open floor plan, extra-wide staircases and hallways, oversized windows, and soaring ceilings (10' on the first floor and 9' in the basement), the home is filled with natural light and was thoughtfully designed for both everyday life and entertaining. The gorgeous eat-in kitchen is truly the heart of the home, featuring a large island with seating for four, abundant storage, a built-in desk, six-burner stove with double oven, pantry closet, and a butler's pantry complete with wet bar and wine cooler. There's ample space for a farm table that seats ten, and the kitchen flows seamlessly into the spacious family room-perfect for gatherings. The family room offers a wood-burning fireplace with gas starter and glass doors that open to the rear deck. A well-designed mudroom with cubbies and built-in storage adds everyday convenience. The formal living and dining rooms at the front of the home are generously sized and ideal for hosting. Upstairs, the second floor features a luxurious primary suite with two outfitted walk-in closets and a spa-like bath complete with a steam shower, soaking tub, and double vanity. Three additional generously sized bedrooms plus a hall bathroom share the level, along with a bright and spacious laundry room offering plentiful storage, folding counter space, and a sink. The third floor provides exceptional flexibility with a fifth bedroom and a large skylit bonus room - perfect as a playroom, office, or additional family room. The finished basement is equally impressive, boasting 9' ceilings, a 6th bedroom, a full bath, an expansive recreation room with wet bar and gas fireplace, plus three large storage rooms - One is 27x10 and easily convertible into a home gym. Additional highlights include Brazilian cherry floors on the first and second levels, recessed lighting throughout, zoned heating and air conditioning, custom millwork, detailed moldings, crown trim and outfitted closets. You'll love the welcoming front porch and expansive rear deck that in warmer weather extend the living space to the outdoors. A nicely sized yard and a three-car garage with electric car charging capability complete the package. All of this in an unbeatable location-walk to elementary and middle schools, the lake with expansive beaches in the summer and sauna in the winter, the shops and restaurants along Dempster Street, and local favorites like SPACE, Union Pizzeria, and Pour. 1 mile to Northwestern University campus and easy access to the city, Love where you live!

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Listing Snapshot
Price 
$1,950,000
Days On Site 
8 Days
Bedrooms 
5
Inside Area (SqFt) 
6,253 sqft
Total Baths 
5
Full Baths 
4
Partial Baths 
1
Lot Size 
N/A
Year Built 
2008
MLS® Number 
12582151
Status 
Active
Property Tax 
$32,171.8
HOA/Condo/Coop Fees 
N/A
Sq Ft Source 
Plans
Friends & Family
Recent Activity
yesterdayListing updated with changes from the MLS®
yesterdayStatus changed to Active
a week agoListing first seen on site
General Features
Garage 
Yes
Garage Spaces 
3
Parking 
Garage Door OpenerDetachedGarage
Parking Spaces 
3
Property Sub Type 
Single Family Residence
Sewer 
Public Sewer
SqFt Below 
1500
SqFt Total 
4753
Water Source 
Public
Interior Features
Appliances 
Double OvenMicrowaveDishwasherRefrigeratorWasherDryer
Basement 
Sump PumpPartially FinishedFull
Cooling 
Central AirZoned
Fireplace 
Yes
Fireplace Features 
Family RoomWood BurningGas LogGas Starter
Fireplaces 
2
Flooring 
Hardwood
Heating 
Natural GasForced AirZoned
Interior 
Walk-In Closet(s)Entrance FoyerHigh CeilingsOpen Floorplan
Laundry Features 
Upper LevelGas Dryer HookupIn Unit
Window Features 
Skylight(s)
Bedroom 2 
Dimensions - 17X14Level - Second
Bedroom 3 
Dimensions - 17X12Level - Second
Bedroom 4 
Dimensions - 14X13Level - Second
Bedroom 5 
Dimensions - 18X17Level - Third
Bedroom 6 
Dimensions - 14X14Level - Basement
Bonus Room 
Dimensions - 33X17Level - Third
Dining Room 
Dimensions - 17X12Level - Main
Family Room 
Dimensions - 30X20Level - Main
Foyer 
Dimensions - 11X08Level - Main
Kitchen 
Dimensions - 19X12Level - MainDescription - Eating Area-Breakfast Bar,Eating Area-Table Space,Island,Pantry-Butler,Pantry-Closet
Laundry 
Dimensions - 9X9Level - Second
Living Room 
Dimensions - 17X14Level - Main
Master Bedroom 
Dimensions - 18X18Level - Second
Mud Room 
Dimensions - 11X8Level - Main
Recreation Room 
Dimensions - 31X21Level - Basement
Storage 
Dimensions - 18X8Level - Basement
Utility Room-Lower Level 
Dimensions - 18X8Level - Basement
Walk In Closet 
Dimensions - 9X8Level - Second
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Exterior Features
Construction Details 
Frame
Windows/Doors 
Skylight(s)
Community Features
Community Features 
CurbsSidewalksStreet Lights
MLS Area 
Evanston
School District 
Evanston Twp High School
Township 
Evanston
Schools
School District
Evanston Twp High School
Elementary School
Washington Elementary School
Middle School
Nichols Middle School
High School
Evanston Twp High School
Listing Courtesy of MRED as distributed by MLS Grid of @properties Christie's International Real Estate

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