1208 Dewey Ave, Evanston, IL 60202
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OFF MARKET

$525,500

Trulia Estimate
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,400 sqft

1208 Dewey Ave, Evanston, IL 60202

West Village
Est. Refi. Payment $3,766/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Jul 1, 2024 for $435,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$526K
Since last month
Increased$800 (+0.2%)
Since last year
Increased$66K (+14.4%)
Since last sale
Increased$88K (+20.2%)
Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +52% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
September 2026$523K
August 2026$522K
July 2026$526K
June 2026$527K
May 2026$528K
April 2026$527K
March 2026$523K
February 2026$491K
January 2026$477K
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.
Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
1111 Darrow Ave, Evanston, IL
0.12
Single-Family Home
$418,000
04/21/26
3
2
1,580
1216 Darrow Ave, Evanston, IL
0.08
Single-Family Home
$575,000
02/10/26
4
2
1,703
1201 Florence Ave, Evanston, IL
0.11
Single-Family Home
$420,000
06/10/26
3
1.5
1,388
1203 Florence Ave, Evanston, IL
0.11
Single-Family Home
$420,000
05/20/26
2
2
1,640
1017 Dodge Ave, Evanston, IL
0.26
Single-Family Home
$582,500
05/12/26
4
2
1,600
1806 Greenleaf St, Evanston, IL
0.19
Single-Family Home
$589,000
07/09/26
2
2
1,525
826 Brown Ave, Evanston, IL
0.53
Single-Family Home
$450,000
04/15/26
3
2
1,303
1600 Greenwood St, Evanston, IL
0.21
Single-Family Home
$400,000
12/02/25
4
1
1,188
1570 Dewey Ave, Evanston, IL
0.46
Single-Family Home
$525,000
08/27/26
3
1.5
1,289

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.
Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
1221 Darrow Ave, Evanston, IL 60202
0.04
$555,800
4
3
-
Off Market
1213 Darrow Ave, Evanston, IL 60202
0.03
$449,000
4
2
-
Recently Sold
1218 Dewey Ave, Evanston, IL 60202
0.02
$553,000
4
2
-
Off Market
1206 Dewey Ave, Evanston, IL 60202
0.01
$665,100
4
2
-
Off Market
N, Evanston, IL 60202
0.07
$513,200
2
2
-
Off Market
1216 Darrow Ave, Evanston, IL 60202
0.08
$575,000
4
2
1,703
Recently Sold
1226 Darrow Ave, Evanston, IL 60202
0.09
$531,900
3
2
1,706
Off Market
1809 Crain St, Evanston, IL 60202
0.09
$901,800
4
4
3,300
Off Market
1141 Dewey Ave, Evanston, IL 60202
0.07
$878,800
4
3.5
3,300
Off Market
1132 Darrow Ave, Evanston, IL 60202
0.11
$571,300
4
2
-
Off Market
1705 Dempster St, Evanston, IL 60201
0.12
$709,400
6
3
-
Off Market

Local Information

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

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1932
1,400 sqft
$375/sqft
1 Parking Spaces

About this House

Welcome to 1208 Dewey Avenue or "HIDDEN HOUSE" as it has been called for its siting at the back of the lot shielded by the magnificent Magnolia tree, an array of perennial blooming shrubs, boxwoods and peonies, as well as a shady bluestone patio! This country cottage in cosmopolitan Evanston has been recently updated "from top to bottom" with new navy blue vinyl siding, refinished honey pine floors, an up-to-date, "step-saver" kitchen with Corian counters, dishwasher, stove, lighting and sustainable flooring. The 1st floor full bath boasts a glass box vented window, Marmoleum flooring and an Econo wall mounted space heater. The 2nd floor includes two bedrooms and a family room with a display window over looking the sunny patio and the landscaped yard The bedrooms are carpeted, the Primary bedroom features a "tete a tete" balcony! The basement/lower level benefits from a cordoned off space with a bathroom, new washer & dryer, glass block vented windows and storage shelves. The larger area, which might be used as another bedroom or guest suite, offers baseboard heating with its own thermostat, waterproofing and a sump pump-both with transferable warranties. The concrete parking space is conveniently located behind the house, just steps from the back door entry to the kitchen!
1208 Dewey Ave, Evanston, IL 60202 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,400 sqft single-family home in West Village, built in 1932. It last sold for $435,000 on Jul 1, 2024 (4% below the $455,000 asking price). More recently, it was listed as a rental in March 2020 with an asking price of $2,500 per month. That rental listing was removed on April 4, 2020. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $525,500, with a rent estimate of $3,681/month.
Last check for updates: 1 day ago
Listed by Mary Anne Perrine, (847) 446-1855
Baird & Warner
Bought with: Daniel Springer, Coldwell Banker Realty
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#11763903

Home Details for 1208 Dewey Ave

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Partially Finished,FullNumber of Rooms: 8Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Recreation Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 2
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1400 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Gas Water HeaterDishwasherDryerRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural Gas,Baseboard,Space HeaterHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Wall Unit(s)Has HeatingHeating Fuel: Natural Gas
Gas & Electric
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Window: Screens
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Accessibility: No Disability Access
View
No View
Security
Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltPatio / Porch: PatioFencing: Partial, WoodFoundation: Concrete Perimeter
Parking & Garage
No Attached GarageParking Spaces: 1Parking: Concrete,Off Alley,Alley Access,On Site,Owned
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer, Storm Sewer

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1932Year Renovated: 2024
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Cottage
Building
Construction Materials: Vinyl SidingNot a New ConstructionNo Additional ParcelsIncludes Home Warranty
Property Information
Parcel Number: 10242010350000Model Home Type: COTTAGE

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $455,000
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Sun May 26 2024Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Location

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

Building

Building Details
Builder Model: COTTAGE

Community

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

HOA

HOA Fee Includes: None

Lot Information

Lot Area: 5227.2 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Home Warranty

Offer

Listing Terms: Conventional

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 11763903Activation Date: Fri Mar 22 2024

Additional Information

ParkCurbsSidewalksStreet LightsStreet PavedOtherMRD SHARE WITH CLIENTS: YesSource Internet Entire Listing DisplayMRD REMARKSINTERNET: YesSource Internet Address Display

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Jul 1, 2024
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11763903
Sold
$435,000
May 28, 2024
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11763903
Contingent
$455,000
Apr 12, 2024
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11763903
PriceChange
$455,000
Price decreased by 2%
Mar 22, 2024
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11763903
Listed For Sale
$466,000
Jun 12, 2020
Source: Agent Provided
ListingRemoved
$370,000

Market trends in Evanston

Last updated August 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$492K
$26.67KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
102.0%
1.2%MoM
Price per sq ft
$313
$6MoM
Available listings
162
8MoM

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Neighborhood Overview

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What Locals Say about West Village

At least 20 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 97 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 89 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 88 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 87 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 83 % Say parking is easy

  • 82 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 81 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 79 % Say kids play outside

  • 67 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 66 % Say it's quiet

  • 62 % Say there's wildlife

  • 57 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 55 % Say car is needed

  • 54 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 50 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 38 % Say there are community events

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Frequently asked questions about 1208 Dewey Ave

  • What is 1208 Dewey Ave estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 1208 Dewey Ave in Evanston, IL is $525,500.
  • What is the price history for 1208 Dewey Ave?
    1208 Dewey Ave in Evanston, IL last sold for $435,000 in July 2024.
  • Is Evanston a buyer's or seller's market?
    Evanston is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Evanston?
    The median sale price in Evanston is $492K. That is up $26.67K from the prior month.
  • Does 1208 Dewey Ave have air conditioning?
    Yes, 1208 Dewey Ave in Evanston, IL has air conditioning.
  • Does 1208 Dewey Ave have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 1208 Dewey Ave in Evanston, IL has in-unit laundry.

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