706 Forest Ave, Evanston, IL 60202
OFF MARKET

706 Forest Ave
Evanston, IL 60202

  • 5 Beds
  • 2.5 Baths
  • 2,828 sqft

$1,543,300

Trulia Estimate
as of Jun 5, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $10,349/mo*
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$1,543,300

Trulia Estimate
as of Jun 5, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $10,349/mo*
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5 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,828 sqft

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Description

First time on market in 45 years - fabulous opportunity in Ideal SE Evanston location. This stately home is just blocks from Lake Michigan's scenic bike paths and beaches, Main Street's vibrant shops, restaurants, and cafes, Lincoln Elementary School, beautiful parks, and convenient trains to downtown Chicago. Welcoming center foyer leads to sun-filled living room anchored by a classic wood-burning fireplace with marble surround. Built-in shelving adds charm and functionality. A versatile tandem sunroom adjoins the living room and flows through French doors into the family room-perfect for gatherings or relaxing by a second fireplace. A large formal dining room accommodates a table for 12, perfect for formal entertaining. The updated eat-in kitchen with abundant storage and counter space is ideal for everyday living or entertaining. From the bright kitchen, sliding glass doors open to a generous deck and large, fully-fenced backyard-perfect for play and flower or vegetable garden. Upstairs, the spacious primary bedroom connects to an adjoining tandem room, offering flexible space for a walk-in closet, home office, sitting area, or nursery. The primary bedroom shares a bathroom with one of three additional bedrooms with potential to build out as a primary-en suite. There is another full second floor bathroom for added convenience. The third floor offers even more flexibility with a fifth bedroom, full vintage bathroom, and lots of extra storage-perfect for guests, a teen retreat, or a quiet home office. The unfinished basement has high ceilings and loads of potential for added living space. Original hardwood floors and a detached 2+ car garage round out this fabulous property. Home is an estate and being sold as-is. with inspection and no requests.
This property is off market, which means it's not currently listed for sale or rent on Trulia. This may be different from what's available on other websites or public sources. This description is from June 25, 2025

Home Highlights

Parking
Garage
Outdoor
Deck
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
No Info
Listed
180+ days ago

Home Details for 706 Forest Ave

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Unfinished,FullNumber of Rooms: 12Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Bedroom 5, Dining Room, Eating Area, Family Room, Heated Sun Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Other Room, Tandem Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 5Number of Bathrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms (full): 2Number of Bathrooms (half): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 2828 Square Feet
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Wall Unit(s)Has HeatingHeating Fuel: Natural Gas
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 1Fireplace: Wood Burning, Living RoomHas a FireplaceNo Spa
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Hardwood
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 3Accessibility: No Disability AccessFloors: Hardwood

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Patio / Porch: Deck
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: 1917
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family Residence
Building
Construction Materials: StuccoNot a New Construction
Property Information
Parcel Number: 11194090270000

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $899,900
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Wed Jun 04 2025Possession 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: 9185 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: None

Offer

Listing Terms: Conventional

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 12382417

Additional Information

ParkCurbsSidewalksStreet LightsStreet Paved
Last check for updates: about 2 hours ago
Listed by Susan Salisbury, (847) 492-9660
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
Bought with: Karla Koziura, (847) 372-8119, Baird & Warner
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#12382417

Price History for 706 Forest Ave

DatePriceEventSource
06/24/2025$851,000Sold
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12382417
06/18/2025$899,900PendingMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12382417
06/05/2025$899,900ContingentMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12382417
06/03/2025$899,900Listed For SaleMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12382417
06/03/2025$899,900ListingRemovedMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12338228
05/21/2025$899,900ContingentMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12338228
05/18/2025$899,900PriceChange
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12338228
05/09/2025$919,000Listed For SaleMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12338228

Market trends in Evanston

Last updated April 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$427K
$2.58KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
98.9%
0.6%MoM
Price per sq ft
$319
$9MoM
Available listings
176
11MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2023
Tax$22,438
Assessment$960,000
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 706 Forest Ave

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Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
711 Michigan Ave, Evanston, IL
0.13
Single-Family Home
$1,411,000
02/06/26
5
3.5
2,574
725 Michigan Ave, Evanston, IL
0.14
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$1,200,000
06/10/25
4
3
2,495
739 Forest Ave, Evanston, IL
0.09
Single-Family Home
$1,500,000
08/18/25
5
3.5
4,473
641 Michigan Ave, Evanston, IL
0.14
Single-Family Home
$1,200,000
06/30/25
4
4
2,747
630 Michigan Ave, Evanston, IL
0.10
Single-Family Home
$1,335,000
08/11/25
5
4.5
4,398
623 Judson Ave, Evanston, IL
0.09
Single-Family Home
$1,200,000
11/21/25
4
2.5
2,269
743 Michigan Ave, Evanston, IL
0.16
Single-Family Home
$1,210,000
06/24/25
6
3
3,989
744 Sheridan Rd, Evanston, IL
0.20
Single-Family Home
$1,450,000
03/17/26
5
3.5
3,220

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What Locals Say about Evanston

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  • 95 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 92 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 84 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 77 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 72 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 71 % Say kids play outside

  • 71 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 71 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 66 % Say parking is easy

  • 58 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 56 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 55 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 54 % Say it's quiet

  • 54 % Say car is needed

  • 53 % Say there's wildlife

  • 51 % Say there are community events

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    "Great friendly clean. No dogs would be a plus. Transportation restaurants, stores, it's congested. needs more parking. not paid parking "
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706 Forest Ave, Evanston, IL 60202 is a 5 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 2,828 sqft single-family home built in 1917. This property is not currently available for sale. 706 Forest Ave was last sold on Jun 24, 2025 for $851,000 (5% lower than the asking price of $899,900). The current Trulia Estimate for 706 Forest Ave is $1,543,300.