801 Forest Ave, Evanston, IL 60202
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OFF MARKET

801 Forest Ave
Evanston, IL 60202

  • 5 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 2,350 sqft

$1,029,500

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 10, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $6,955/mo*
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$1,029,500

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 10, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $6,955/mo*
Refinance Your Home
5 Beds
2 Baths
2,350 sqft

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
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Description

Are you looking for an updated, historic home in a great location near Main & Dempster AND just a few blocks to the beach? If so, you have to see this gorgeous Victorian home loaded with character and filled with sunlight. On the first floor you will find a living room with a wood burning fireplace, family room, sun-drenched dining room with a built-in hutch, a 4 seasons sun room, full bath, and a beautifully updated eat-in chef's kitchen with an island, Viking stove, Thermador double oven and Sub-Zero refrigerator. Upstairs you will find all five bedrooms and a full bath with wainscoting and a claw foot tub. Vintage hardwood floors, 9 foot ceilings with detailed crown moldings and tons of large windows make for a dramatic look and feel. Enormous, unfinished attic with potential for 3rd floor master suite, guest quarters or additional living space. Also, there is an opportunity to turn the 5th bedroom into another 2nd floor full bathroom. Large unfinished basement currently used for storage. Roof 2014, Hot water heater 2019 and Sub-Zero Fridge 2019. Landscaped by Chalet. Come see this lovely home soon!
801 Forest Ave, Evanston, IL 60202 is a 5 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 2,350 sqft single-family home built in 1889. It last sold for $690,000 on Apr 27, 2020. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $1,029,500, with a rent estimate of $4,406/month.

Home Highlights

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A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
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Listed
Less than a day ago

Home Details for 801 Forest Ave

Interior Features

Interior Details
BasementAtticNumber of Rooms: 10Types of Rooms: Dining Room
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Other, GasCooling System: OtherHeating Fuel: Other
Appliances & Utilities
DishwasherDisposalDryerRefrigeratorWasher
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Tile, Hardwood

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Asphalt, OtherExterior: Wood
Parking & Garage
Parking Spaces: 3

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1889
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Queen Anne / Victorian

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 3105 sqft

Price History for 801 Forest Ave

DatePriceEventSource
04/27/2020$690,000Sold
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #10504020
02/26/2020$699,000PendingAgent Provided
01/31/2020$699,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
01/10/2020$725,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
05/11/2015$695,000ListingRemovedAgent Provided
01/09/2015$695,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
12/01/2014$699,000ListingRemovedAgent Provided
09/23/2014$699,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
07/09/2014$725,000PriceChange
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05/14/2014$750,000PriceChange
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04/29/2014$769,000PriceChange
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02/28/2014$774,900PriceChange
Agent Provided
11/08/2013$799,000Listed For SaleN/A
04/25/2005$775,000Sold
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06/04/1996$280,000Sold
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Market trends in Evanston

Last updated May 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$423K
$3.33KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
99.3%
0.4%MoM
Price per sq ft
$317
$3MoM
Available listings
172
4MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2024
Tax
Assessment$624,660
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 801 Forest Ave

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Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
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623 Judson Ave, Evanston, IL
0.22
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$1,200,000
11/21/25
4
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710 Washington St, Evanston, IL
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$880,000
06/05/26
3
1.5
3,220
724 Michigan Ave, Evanston, IL
0.11
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$1,325,000
02/17/26
4
2
3,574
828 Monroe St, Evanston, IL
0.52
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$625,000
10/29/25
5
2
3,000
1049 Hinman Ave, Evanston, IL
0.42
Single-Family Home
$1,250,000
06/25/26
5
3.5
2,470
711 Michigan Ave, Evanston, IL
0.16
Single-Family Home
$1,411,000
02/06/26
5
3.5
2,574
515 Elmwood Ave, Evanston, IL
0.63
Single-Family Home
$749,000
10/17/25
5
3
2,580
739 Forest Ave, Evanston, IL
0.05
Single-Family Home
$1,500,000
08/18/25
5
3.5
4,473
517 Elmwood Ave, Evanston, IL
0.62
Single-Family Home
$550,000
03/30/26
4
1
2,232
868 Sheridan Rd, Evanston, IL
0.14
Single-Family Home
$1,333,000
08/11/25
5
3.5
3,800

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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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    "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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    "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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    "Dog walking is a very common occurrence in this neighborhood almost everyone has either a dog or a kid"
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    "the neighbors are always out and about helping each other, spending time. Most houses on the block are decorated for major holidays. "
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    "Our beloved Central Street, with great restaurants, sidewalk cafés and rooftops. an abundance of parks, parades (but no Fourth again this year??), Big Ten (Northwestern) Sports and of course close walk to the ⛱ beachfront...."
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