2249 Sherman Avenue, Evanston, IL 60201

5 beds
5 baths
5,300  sqft
Built in 1894

Stunning NE Evanston Victorian expanded and completely renovated. Over 5,000 square feet of living space. Designed by GYH architects to bring light in throughout the home. An open floor plan with modern conveniences, clean lines, and windows abound. Many original features were restored to function such as the interior front banister, door hardware, pocket doors, and more. Chef's kitchen is elevated for those who like to cook or entertain. The kitchen features a stainless Thermador 6 burner double oven and industrial grade hood, an impressive island with dual sinks the most beautiful veined marble, custom-designed cherry cabinets, and a built-in custom bar to complement the circular flow. An exposed wide staircase connects the original home to the new and brings you to a spacious second floor that hosts 4 bedrooms. The current owner has opened up the floor plan to combine bedrooms 3 and 4 to create a dynamic space. The east-facing primary bedroom expands the entire width of the house and captures light throughout the day and star gazing at night complete with a gas fireplace. Primary bathroom with double vanity sinks, a separate soaking tub, and a seamless shower. Bedroom features 2nd-floor laundry and a walk-in closet. The charming third floor is ready for anything from a yoga studio to a guest suite complete with a full bathroom. Full-finished basement with a half bath and tons of storage. Living room with custom built-ins and gas fireplace. All bathrooms are complete with Toto, Kohler, and high-end custom tile. Extra-long lot measuring 50x211 with a sensational garden to watch bloom throughout the year. Large teak deck along the back of the house and an automatic garage designed to appear as an English cottage. 2011 renovation and addition includes all systems and mechanicals including new plumbing, dual zone HVAC, drain tiles and dual sump pumps, majority of windows, roof and much more. The location is within walking distance to the lake, transit, and shopping. Orrington school district and close to Northwestern.


Features & Amenities

Interior

General:
Skylight(s), Bar-Dry, Hardwood Floors, Second Floor Laundry, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s), Historic/Period Mlwk, Open Floorplan, Granite Counters
Rooms:
Sitting Room, Bedroom 5, Recreation Room
Appliances:
Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Disposal
Dining:
Separate
Basement:
Full
A/C:
Central Air
Heating:
Natural Gas
Disability Feature:
None

Exterior

General:
Cedar, Deck
Parking:
Garage, Parking spaces: 2

Construction

General:
3 Stories

Location

HOA Amenities:
Not Applicable
Originating MLS:
mred
School District:
65
County:
Cook

Lot

Zoning:
11071160120000

Utilities

Water:
Lake Michigan
Sewer:
Public Sewer

Financial

Source:
mred
Ownership:
Fee Simple
Buyers Agent Compensation:
2.25% 1ST MIL 1.75 ON BALANCE - $475 (NET SALE PRICE)

This listing courtesy of:
Coldwell Banker, Megan Ryan

About Evanston, IL

Housing

Number of Units
34,442
Median Home Value
$458,735
Median Rent
$1,435

43.62% of housing units are renter occupied.

8.95% are vacant.

Commute

Car
34.24%
Public Transportation
11.68%
Walk to Work
6.09%
Work from Home
45.40%
Other
0.47%

The median travel time to work is 18 minutes.

People

Population
79,913
Median Age
37.70
Median Household Size
2.52

Education

High School
10.90%
Associate’s Degree
4.07%
Bachelor’s Degree
29.99%
Graduate Degree
38.89%

Disclaimer: Community and Demographic information uses data from the U.S. Census Bureau but is not endorsed or certified by the Census Bureau.

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