1238 Simpson St, Evanston, IL 60201
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OFF MARKET

1238 Simpson St
Evanston, IL 60201

West Side
  • 3 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 1,296 sqft

$668,400

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 22, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $4,587/mo*

$668,400

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 22, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $4,587/mo*
3 Beds
1 Bath
1,296 sqft

Local Information

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

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1929
Living Area
1,296 sqft
Price/Sqft
$516
Parking
Garage

Description

This single-family home is located at 1238 Simpson St, Evanston, IL. 1238 Simpson St is in the West Side neighborhood in Evanston, IL and in ZIP code 60201. This property has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom and approximately 1,296 sqft of floor space. This property has a lot size of 2840 sqft and was built in 1929.
1238 Simpson St, Evanston, IL 60201 is a 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,296 sqft single-family home in West Side, built in 1929. It last sold for $378,000 on Jun 28, 2013. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $668,400, with a rent estimate of $3,258/month.

Home Details for 1238 Simpson St

Interior Features

Interior Details
BasementNumber of Rooms: 6
Heating & Cooling
Heating: OtherAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Other
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Shake ShingleExterior: Wood
Parking & Garage
GarageParking: Garage Attached

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1929
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family Home

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 2840 sqft

Price History for 1238 Simpson St

DatePriceEventSource
06/28/2013$378,000Sold
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #08335388
06/05/2013$385,000PendingAgent Provided
05/30/2013$385,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
05/07/2013$395,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided

Market trends in Evanston

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

Year2024
Tax
Assessment$411,590
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 1238 Simpson St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
0.18
Single-Family Home
$775,000
08/08/25
3
1
1,104
0.22
Single-Family Home
$750,000
10/30/25
3
2
1,805
0.66
Single-Family Home
$430,000
06/18/26
3
2
950
0.23
Single-Family Home
$525,000
05/27/26
6
2
2,100
0.24
Single-Family Home
$1,000,000
11/26/25
3
2
2,142
0.45
Single-Family Home
$625,000
11/24/25
4
2
1,795
0.60
Single-Family Home
$382,000
07/23/25
4
2
2,117
0.22
Single-Family Home
$756,665
04/22/26
4
2
2,200
0.48
Single-Family Home
$850,000
04/06/26
3
1.5
1,728
0.65
Single-Family Home
$520,000
03/30/26
3
1.5
1,700

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Assigned Schools

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Neighborhood Overview

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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.
  • Loushera Thompson
    "I’m not sure I’ve never participated in any community events I do know they have a lot especially during the summer"
  • Trulia User
    "I was born and raised in Evanston and raised my family here. There is no place like it. I'd rather live in and around my neighborhood. "

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