1000 Forest Ave, Evanston, IL 60202
OFF MARKET

1000 Forest Ave
Evanston, IL 60202

Main-Chicago
  • 7 Beds
  • 3.5 Baths
  • 5,854 sqft

$2,120,900

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 3, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $14,552/mo*
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$2,120,900

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 3, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $14,552/mo*
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7 Beds
3.5 Baths
5,854 sqft

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1908
Living Area
5,854 sqft
Price/Sqft
$362
Parking
Garage

About this House

This Prairie School Tudor Revival gem was designed by the nationally recognized Evanston architect Thomas Tallmadge for an Iowa farm equipment magnate moving to the big city. Now restored to its original elegance, this home has had only three owners over its longer than century existence. 1000 Forest Ave. is an iconic Evanston Landmark home that is a remarkable example of Prairie School architecture that was adapted to a suburban setting. Situated in southeast Evanston, three short blocks from the Lake Michigan shoreline at Lee Street beach, it stands out amongst its neighboring properties. 1000 Forest Avenue was designed with a focus on optimizing its southern exposure through its exquisitely maintained leaded glass windows and substantial rooms and hallways that saturate the home with natural light. Expansive entryway featuring a southern wall of original leaded glass windows and Phillippine Mahogany ceiling beams and panels adorned with ornate sconces. Phillippine Mahogany paneled library with a wood-burning fireplace and mahogany pocket doors. The immense living room with multiple seating areas, a fireplace encompassed by Giannini & Hilgart glass tiles, leads to the screened-in eastern-facing private porch. Large formal dining room with mahogany crown molding, leaded glass windows, and Giannini & Hilgart mosaic tiled fireplace. The eat-in kitchen with a breakfast nook, powder room, and mudroom round off the first floor. The second-floor features 3 bedrooms, a hall bathroom, a large linen closet, and a prodigious four-room primary suite with an attached sitting room, vanity room, primary bathroom, and two walk-in closets. The third-floor features 3 additional bedrooms, a Jack & Jill bathroom, and the original billiard room with southern-facing leaded glass windows that merge to form a pediment design. The full clean and dry basement with ample storage and laundry completes the home. As an added bonus, there is a one-bedroom coach house located above the two-car garage that is perfect for guests or to generate rental income. 1000 Forest Ave. is located in a prime Evanston location, blocks to Lake Michigan, Main St. retail, "El" and Metra stations, and directly across the street from the Lincoln Elementary School field.
1000 Forest Ave, Evanston, IL 60202 is a 7 bedroom, 4 bathroom, 5,854 sqft single-family home in Main-Chicago, built in 1908. It last sold for $1,470,000 on Jul 25, 2024 (2% below the $1,500,000 asking price). It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $2,120,900, with a rent estimate of $5,647/month.

Home Details for 1000 Forest Ave

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Unfinished,FullNumber of Rooms: 14Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Bedroom 5, Bedroom 6, Bedroom 7, Breakfast Room, Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Play Room, Screened Porch, Sitting Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 7Number of Bathrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms (full): 3Number of Bathrooms (half): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 5854 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, DryerDishwasherDryerRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural Gas,Steam,Radiator(s)Has CoolingAir Conditioning: Small Duct High VelocityHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Natural Gas
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 3Fireplace: Family Room, Living Room, Dining RoomHas a Fireplace
Gas & Electric
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Window: ScreensFlooring: Hardwood
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 3Accessibility: No Disability AccessFloors: Hardwood
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Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltPatio / Porch: Screened
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2Has a GarageNo Attached GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: On Site,Garage Owned,Detached,Garage
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1908
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Tudor
Building
Construction Materials: BrickNot a New Construction
Property Information
Parcel Number: 11192160170000

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $1,500,000
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Mon May 27 2024Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Location

Direction & Address
City: Evanston
School Information
Elementary School: Lincoln Elementary SchoolElementary School District: 65Jr High / Middle School: Nichols Middle SchoolJr High / Middle School District: 65High School: Evanston Twp High SchoolHigh School District: 202

Community

Community Features: Park, Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved

HOA

HOA Fee Includes: None

Lot Information

Lot Area: 10044 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: List Broker Must Accompany

Offer

Listing Terms: Cash

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 12025908Activation Date: Fri Jul 26 2024

Additional Information

ParkCurbsSidewalksStreet LightsStreet PavedMRD SHARE WITH CLIENTS: YesSource Internet Entire Listing DisplaySource Internet Address DisplayMRD REMARKSINTERNET: Yes
Last check for updates: about 12 hours ago
Listed by Geoff Brown, SRES, (847) 491-1855
Baird & Warner
Sandra Brown, SRES, (847) 744-7780
Baird & Warner
Bought with: Non Member, NON MEMBER
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#12025908

Price History for 1000 Forest Ave

DatePriceEventSource
07/25/2024$1,470,000Sold
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12025908

Market trends in Evanston

Last updated June 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$419K
$3.88KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
100.0%
0.7%MoM
Price per sq ft
$318
$2MoM
Available listings
165
7MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2024
Tax$35,840
Assessment$1,493,110
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 1000 Forest Ave

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
1006 Forest Ave, Evanston, IL
0.01
Single-Family Home
$1,450,000
01/07/26
6
3.5
4,848
1131 Forest Ave, Evanston, IL
0.20
Single-Family Home
$1,760,000
08/29/25
6
3.5
4,400
1032 Hinman Ave, Evanston, IL
0.19
Single-Family Home
$1,950,000
01/30/26
5
3.5
4,860
1211 Hinman Ave, Evanston, IL
0.31
Single-Family Home
$2,115,000
07/28/26
6
3.5
5,714
1040 Michigan Ave, Evanston, IL
0.11
Single-Family Home
$1,815,000
08/15/25
6
3.5
3,000
1030 Sheridan Rd, Evanston, IL
0.16
Single-Family Home
$2,725,000
04/28/26
6
3.5
6,000
739 Forest Ave, Evanston, IL
0.31
Single-Family Home
$1,500,000
08/18/25
5
3.5
4,473
1117 Forest Ave, Evanston, IL
0.18
Single-Family Home
$2,200,000
06/15/26
6
4.5
5,925
1142 Judson Ave, Evanston, IL
0.25
Single-Family Home
$2,170,000
08/13/25
5
3.5
4,200
938 Edgemere Ct, Evanston, IL
0.23
Single-Family Home
$2,395,000
10/03/25
5
4.5
5,300

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Neighborhood Overview

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What Locals Say about Main-Chicago

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  • 97 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 97 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 92 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 82 % Say kids play outside

  • 82 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 76 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 74 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 73 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 62 % Say parking is easy

  • 62 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 59 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 53 % Say it's quiet

  • 52 % Say there are community events

  • 51 % Say there's wildlife

  • 37 % Say car is needed

  • 37 % Say yards are well-kept

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    "I used to live at Hinman & Main for about a year. Both the neighborhood and building I lived in were friendly and I felt very safe even walking my dog at night. The shops and restaurants on Main are delightful. It’s a quiet neighborhood. Truly a gem of an area. One warning: the city parking lots have long waiting lists and parking is not easy."
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    "Great neighborhood, best of small city living and access to big city living. At the same time, having the lake close by and many parks and green space makes it a very livable."
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    "Easy access to both Metra and purple line. The 20 minute train ride to downtown on the Metra is hard to beat and live in such a quaint area like this."
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