$730,200
- 4 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 1,536 sqft
1226 Simpson St, Evanston, IL 60201
Currently Off Market - Sold Aug 19, 1999 for $275,000
Home Value
Trulia Estimate
$730KSince last month
Decreased$4K (-0.5%)Since last year
Increased$77K (+11.8%)Since last sale
Increased$456K (+165.8%)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 +34% in the last 10 years
| Month | Estimated value |
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2026 | |
| August 2026 | $731K |
| August 2026 | $729K |
| July 2026 | $735K |
| June 2026 | $752K |
| May 2026 | $694K |
| April 2026 | $632K |
| March 2026 | $660K |
| February 2026 | $669K |
| January 2026 | $631K |
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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 |
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0.25 | Single-Family Home | $650,000 | 12/11/25 | 4 | 3 | 2,094 | |
0.21 | Single-Family Home | $525,000 | 05/27/26 | 6 | 2 | 2,100 | |
0.40 | Single-Family Home | $615,000 | 09/23/25 | 4 | 2.5 | 2,390 | |
0.17 | Single-Family Home | $1,110,000 | 06/08/26 | 4 | 2.5 | 2,484 | |
0.19 | Single-Family Home | $1,130,580 | 09/03/26 | 3 | 2.5 | 2,596 | |
0.29 | Single-Family Home | $1,212,000 | 07/06/26 | 4 | 2.5 | 2,385 | |
0.24 | Single-Family Home | $750,000 | 10/30/25 | 3 | 2 | 1,805 | |
0.22 | Single-Family Home | $756,665 | 04/22/26 | 4 | 2 | 2,200 | |
0.32 | Single-Family Home | $1,153,000 | 05/18/26 | 4 | 2.5 | 2,000 | |
0.44 | Single-Family Home | $625,000 | 11/24/25 | 4 | 2 | 1,795 |
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 |
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0.04 | $807,500 | 9 | 3 | - | Recently Sold | |
0.03 | $799,000 | 7 | 3 | 2,419 | For Sale | |
0.09 | $2,075,700 | 5 | 3.5 | 4,864 | Off Market | |
0.15 | - | 5 | 4.5 | 5,210 | Off Market | |
0.13 | $1,645,100 | 4 | 2 | 1,836 | Off Market | |
0.16 | $316,800 | 2 | 2 | 1,400 | Off Market | |
0.16 | $353,100 | 3 | 2 | - | Off Market | |
0.16 | $328,200 | 2 | 2 | 1,400 | Off Market | |
0.16 | $334,200 | 2 | 2 | 1,200 | Off Market | |
0.16 | $318,500 | 2 | 2 | 1,400 | Off Market | |
0.16 | $489,900 | 3 | 2.5 | 1,600 | Off Market | |
0.16 | $289,100 | 2 | 2 | - | Off Market |
Local Information
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Home Highlights
Single-Family Home
Built in 1920
1,536 sqft
$475/sqft
About this House
This single-family home is located at 1226 Simpson St, Evanston, IL. 1226 Simpson St is in the West Side neighborhood in Evanston, IL and in ZIP code 60201. This property has 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms and approximately 1,536 sqft of floor space. This property has a lot size of 4840 sqft and was built in 1920.
1226 Simpson St, Evanston, IL 60201 is a 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 1,536 sqft single-family home in West Side, built in 1920. It last sold for $275,000 on Aug 19, 1999. More recently, it was listed as a rental in February 2026 with an asking price of $3,950 per month. That rental listing was removed on March 5, 2026. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $730,200, with a rent estimate of $4,513/month.
Home Details for 1226 Simpson St
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Interior Details BasementAdditional StorageNumber of Rooms: 7Types of Rooms: Dining RoomStorage |
Heating & Cooling Heating: GasHeating Fuel: Gas |
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 2Floors: Hardwood |
Appliances & Utilities DishwasherDryerMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher |
Fireplace & Spa Fireplace |
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Exterior Home Features Roof: Asphalt, OtherDeckExterior: Brick |
Parking & Garage Parking: None |
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Year Built Year Built: 1920 |
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Other |
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Units in Building: 1 |
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Lot Area: 4840 sqft |
Price and Tax history
| Date | Event | Price |
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Mar 5, 2026 Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12571187 | ListingRemoved | $3,950 |
Feb 26, 2026 Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12571187 | Listed For Rent | $3,950 |
Aug 25, 2024 Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12117799 | ListingRemoved | |
Jul 23, 2024 Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12117799 | Listed For Rent | $3,700 |
Aug 13, 2020 Source: Agent Provided | ListingRemoved | $3,250 |
Aug 6, 2020 Source: Agent Provided | Listed For Rent | $3,250 |
Jun 9, 2017 Source: Agent Provided | ListingRemoved | $2,985 |
May 30, 2017 Source: Agent Provided | Listed For Rent | $2,985 |
Apr 8, 2014 Source: Agent Provided | ListingRemoved | $2,900 |
Feb 8, 2014 Source: Agent Provided | Listed For Rent | $2,900 |
Feb 26, 2012 Source: Agent Provided | ListingRemoved | $2,750 |
Feb 16, 2012 Source: Agent Provided | Listed For Rent | $2,750 |
Aug 19, 1999 Source: N/A | Sold | $275,000 |
| Year | Property tax | Tax assessment |
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| 2024 | $12,498 | $500,000 |
Home facts updated by county records
Market trends in Evanston
Last updated July 2026
Avg. sale price
$469K
$35.13KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
100.8%
0.8%MoM
Price per sq ft
$309
$5MoM
Available listings
170
5MoM
Around this home
What Locals Say about West Side
At least 58 Trulia users voted on each feature.
95 % Say there are sidewalks
93 % Say it's dog friendly
83 % Say it's walkable to restaurants
74 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores
73 % Say streets are well-lit
69 % Say parking is easy
58 % Say kids play outside
53 % Say people would walk alone at night
53 % Say there's wildlife
52 % Say yards are well-kept
52 % Say car is needed
51 % Say there's holiday spirit
51 % Say neighbors are friendly
50 % Say there are community events
48 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
47 % Say it's quiet
Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
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Frequently asked questions about 1226 Simpson St
- What is 1226 Simpson St estimated to be worth?Trulia's estimated value for 1226 Simpson St in Evanston, IL is $730,200.
- What is the price history for 1226 Simpson St?1226 Simpson St in Evanston, IL last sold for $275,000 in August 1999.
- 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 $469K. That is up $35.13K from the prior month.
- Does 1226 Simpson St have laundry facilities?Yes, 1226 Simpson St in Evanston, IL has in-unit laundry.
- How big is the lot at 1226 Simpson St?The lot at 1226 Simpson St in Evanston, IL is about 0.11 acres (4,840 sq ft).

