8955 Forestview Rd, Evanston, IL 60203
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OFF MARKET

$555,900

Trulia Estimate
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,468 sqft

8955 Forestview Rd, Evanston, IL 60203

Est. Refi. Payment $3,977/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Feb 15, 2024 for $386,900

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$556K
Since last month
Increased$3K (+0.4%)
Since last year
Decreased$2K (-0.4%)
Since last sale
Increased$176K (+45.5%)
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 +69% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
September 2026$563K
August 2026$555K
July 2026$561K
June 2026$571K
May 2026$579K
April 2026$572K
March 2026$554K
February 2026$536K
January 2026$537K
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
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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
8950 Ewing Ave, Evanston, IL
0.04
Single-Family Home
$400,000
11/25/25
3
2
1,753
9047 Forestview Rd, Evanston, IL
0.11
Single-Family Home
$385,000
10/20/25
3
2
1,298
8922 Ewing Ave, Evanston, IL
0.07
Single-Family Home
$601,000
06/08/26
3
2
1,402
1601 Fowler Ave, Evanston, IL
0.40
Single-Family Home
$475,500
02/18/26
3
2
1,463
8728 Trumbull Ave, Skokie, IL
0.30
Single-Family Home
$440,000
01/20/26
3
1.5
1,344
1402 Fowler Ave, Evanston, IL
0.34
Single-Family Home
$521,500
10/23/25
3
2
1,500
3618 Church St, Evanston, IL
0.39
Single-Family Home
$583,000
06/29/26
3
2
1,341
3425 Lake St, Evanston, IL
0.05
Single-Family Home
$720,000
08/04/26
3
2.5
2,574

Nearby home prices

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Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
8952 Forestview Rd, Evanston, IL 60203
0.05
$613,700
3
2
2,056
Off Market
3425 Lake St, Evanston, IL 60203
0.05
$720,000
3
2.5
2,574
Recently Sold
8934 N Ewing Ave, Evanston, IL 60203
0.05
$348,300
2
2
-
Off Market
8950 Ewing Ave, Evanston, IL 60203
0.04
$400,000
3
2
1,753
Recently Sold
9007 Forestview Rd, Evanston, IL 60203
0.04
$508,000
3
1.5
1,359
Off Market
8912 Forestview Rd, Evanston, IL 60203
0.09
$808,600
4
3
-
Off Market
8922 Ewing Ave, Evanston, IL 60203
0.07
$601,000
3
2
1,402
Recently Sold
8912 Ewing Ave, Evanston, IL 60203
0.08
$1,210,600
12
4.5
-
Off Market
9005 Lincolnwood Dr, Evanston, IL 60203
0.09
$580,000
3
2.5
2,351
Recently Sold
9025 Lincolnwood Dr, Evanston, IL 60203
0.11
$580,500
3
3
1,830
Off Market
9029 Lincolnwood Dr, Evanston, IL 60203
0.10
$599,000
4
3.5
3,306
For Sale

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 8955 Forestview Rd.
  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1955
1,468 sqft
$379/sqft
2 Parking Spaces

About this House

GREAT BONES! FIXER UPPER! This 3BD/2BA step ranch in desirable Evanston cannot be missed! Hardwood floors under carpet, unfinished basement - LOTS of potential! This is an Estate Sale and will be sold "AS IS". Note- there is not a garage-- but there is a back alley. To our knowledge there would be room to build a garage or add a parking pad. SO MUCH POTENTIAL FOR THIS PRICE IN EVANSTON!
8955 Forestview Rd, Evanston, IL 60203 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,468 sqft single-family home built in 1955. It last sold for $386,900 on Feb 15, 2024 (2% above the $379,900 asking price). This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $555,900, with a rent estimate of $3,057/month.
Last check for updates: about 13 hours ago
Listed by Sabrina Conti Erangey, (630) 946-9329
Baird & Warner
Bought with: Alan May, ABR, (847) 924-3313, Jameson Sotheby's International Realty
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#11955908

Home Details for 8955 Forestview Rd

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Unfinished,FullNumber of Rooms: 7Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Dining Room, Eating Area, Family Room, Foyer, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Other Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 2
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1468 Square Feet
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural Gas,Forced AirHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Natural Gas
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Accessibility: No Disability Access
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No View

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Patio / Porch: Patio
Parking & Garage
No Attached GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Off Alley,Off Street,Off Site,Other
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1955
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Ranch
Building
Construction Materials: BrickNot a New Construction
Property Information
Parcel Number: 10144180390000

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $379,900
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Mon Jan 22 2024Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Location

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

Community

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

HOA

HOA Fee Includes: None

Lot Information

Lot Area: 7160 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Court Approval Required

Offer

Listing Terms: Conventional

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 11955908Activation Date: Thu Jan 18 2024

Additional Information

CurbsSidewalksStreet LightsStreet PavedMRD SHARE WITH CLIENTS: YesSource Internet Entire Listing DisplayMRD REMARKSINTERNET: YesSource Internet Address Display

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Feb 15, 2024
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11955908
Sold
$386,900
Jan 23, 2024
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11955908
Contingent
$379,900
Jan 18, 2024
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11955908
Listed For Sale
$379,900

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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What Locals Say about Evanston

At least 755 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 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

  • 55 % Say it's quiet

  • 54 % Say car is needed

  • 53 % Say there's wildlife

  • 51 % Say there are community events

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    " Nice walks nearby - tranquil suburban streets and parks, and a pretty path along a canal by a golf course. "
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    "Block parties be pretty live and fun. Food festivals and neighborly love. Games for kids and drinks for adults "
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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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    "Going to the park, block parties, decorations for holidays, music and movies in the park, easy access to public transit."
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    "Everyone cares about each other and our community, it’s a wonderful place to live. Safe, clean, friendly"
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    "Family orientated pet friendly Neighbors good people are respectable responsible just a wonderful area for family and pets"
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    "Dog walkers and families are very welcomed. We see dog walkers every morning and throughout the day."
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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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    "Something is always going on. Very lively. Great for young professionals with no kids. Great restaurants and shops. Everything is easy to get to"
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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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    "Downtown Evanston is great because it is close to quiet tree-lined neighborhood streets and close to restaurants, the public library, stores, gym and yoga studios, music venues, etc. I thought I would never recognize or know the people who live in my apartment building but I do, as well as shop owners. Feels like a smaller town but lots of big city options for things to do."
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    "I used to live at Hinman & Main for about a year. Both the neighborhood and building I lived in were friendly and I felt very safe even walking my dog at night. The shops and restaurants on Main are delightful. It’s a quiet neighborhood. Truly a gem of an area. One warning: the city parking lots have long waiting lists and parking is not easy."
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Frequently asked questions about 8955 Forestview Rd

  • What is 8955 Forestview Rd estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 8955 Forestview Rd in Evanston, IL is $555,900.
  • What is the price history for 8955 Forestview Rd?
    8955 Forestview Rd in Evanston, IL last sold for $386,900 in February 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 8955 Forestview Rd have air conditioning?
    Yes, 8955 Forestview Rd in Evanston, IL has air conditioning.
  • Does 8955 Forestview Rd have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 8955 Forestview Rd in Evanston, IL has laundry facilities.

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