2134 Asbury Avenue
Evanston, IL 60201
$1,700,000 (New)
Beds:
9
Baths:
4
Sq. Ft.:
2,800
Type:
House
Listing #12738238
Own a piece of Evanston History Now this beautifully fully restored single-family vintage farm house with 9 bedrooms, 4 full bathrooms, and a separate two-story coach house, all situated on a double lot at the corner of Asbury and Leonard across from Ingram Park. The owner has thoughtfully restored the property, creating a spacious and versatile home with plenty of room for comfortable living, multigenerational use, or rental opportunities. The main home features an open-concept main floor with two bedrooms and a full bathroom. The second floor offers four additional bedrooms and two full bathrooms, while the basement includes three bedrooms a full bathroom, laundry, a large open kitchenette living area along with separate entrances front and rear of the home. The main home offers two separate laundry areas for convenience and functionality; for a large household or potential rental use with a live-in separate living area. The separate two-story coach house features one bedroom, 1 1/2 baths, and a separate laundry area. The second floor offers a generous living area with a balcony. This space offers excellent flexibility as a private space for extended family, guests, a home office, or a separate rental opportunity with potential for additional income. The 1859 horse stable barn was one of Evanstons first structures. Rumor has it 2134 Asbury was once a dairy farm, and delivered milk to the surrounding area. The original property had a barn once used for one of the first Express companies in early Evanston history. During prohibition, the owners had a still in the barn and delivered alcohol with the milk via horse drawn taxi services. This structure has been restored with unique features and workmanship, keeping period correct restoration. All equipped with separate electrical service, copper plumbing, new gas, water, and sewer services. Along with the historic barn on the rear of the property is an additional 1 1/2 car garage. The property has been completely updated with city services with both copper water supply and sewer lines. The entire property has new plumbing with high efficiency on-demand water heaters, electrical updated to state and city building codes, gas supplies, all new mechanicals with hvac mechanicals and ductwork. All new roofing on all buildings. This property offers substantial space both inside and out. With its extensive restoration, generous bedroom count, coach house, rear garage, and flexible layout, this home presents an excellent opportunity for an owner-occupant, multigenerational household, or investor looking to maximize the property's rental potential. The property is currently in the final restoration phase with options available to the new owner. It has the option of an additional adu in the basement area built to suit your desires.
Property Features
County:
Cook
MLS Area:
Evanston
Township:
Niles
Total Rooms:
12
Bedrooms Above Grade:
6
Bedrooms Below Grade:
3
Additional Rooms:
Utility Room-1st Floor, Foyer, Bedroom 5, Bedroom 6, Bedroom 7, Bedroom 8, Bedroom 9
Interior Features:
1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath, Open Floorplan
Master Bedroom Size:
13X8
Master Bathroom Description:
None
Full Baths:
4
Bath Amenities:
Double Sink, No Tub
Dining Room Description:
Kitchen/Dining Combo
Dining Room Size:
COMBO
Living Room Size:
13X22
Kitchen Size:
13X15
Heating:
Sep Heating Systems - 2+
Cooling:
Central Air
Laundry:
Main Level, In Unit, Multiple Locations
Appliances:
Double Oven, Range, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Wine Refrigerator, Oven, Gas Cooktop
Basement Description:
Finished, Exterior Entry, Full
Has Basement:
Yes
Sizes of Other Bedrooms:
18X9, 18X9, 11X10
Style:
Farmhouse
Style:
Farmhouse
Stories:
2 Stories
Construction:
Frame
Water Source:
Lake Michigan, Public
Septic or Sewer:
Public Sewer
Electric:
200+ Amp Service, 150 Amp Service
Parking Features:
Off Alley, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
Has Garage:
Yes
Garage Spaces:
1
Parking Spaces:
1
Other Structures:
Guest House, Garage(s)
Lot Features:
Corner Lot, Landscaped
Lot Size:
.25-.49 Acre
Dimensions:
50 X 140
High School District:
EVANSTON TWP H S DIST 202
Elementary School:
Orrington Elementary School
Middle School:
Haven Middle School
High School:
Evanston Twp High School
Possession:
Closing
Property Type:
SFR
Property SubType:
Residential, 2 Stories
Property SubType 2:
Detached Single
Attached/Detached SubType:
2 Stories
Year Built:
1890
Age:
100+ Years
Parcel Number:
10124250100000
Status:
New
Association Fee Frequency:
Not Applicable
Association Fee Includes :
None
Tax Year:
2025
Tax Amount:
$15,764.83
Built Before 1978:
Yes
General Information:
School Bus Service, Commuter Bus, Commuter Train
Double Wide:
No
Community Features:
Park, Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
Square Feet Source:
Estimated
$ per month
Year Fixed. % Interest Rate.
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Listing courtesy of Baird & Warner
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