930 Washington #1A – This two bed, 1 bath first-floor condo is located near the Main Street corridor. The  condo has an updated kitchen, a patio and assigned parking.  The price is nice – $165,000.

2766 Hampton #BB2 – This one bed, one bath condo is a corner unit that is nicely updated and gets great light. The unit has hardwood floors throughout, assigned parking and a neat built-in computer work station in the living room. It is located within walking distance to the Central Street shops and the CTA Central Street stop. Price tag-$187,000.

                                                                                                                                                               2252 Sherman #2 – This two bed, one bath condo is one of the few inthe complex that has a balcony. It has hardwood floors throughout, French doors and deeded garage parking. The condo is within walking distance to Northwestern University, but no rentals are allowed. Price tag-$225,000.

1515 Lincoln – This four bed, 2.5 bath home on popular Lincoln Street has a lot going for it. The lot is large – 50×200 – and the floor plan is circular and comfortable. The kitchen is renovated with stainless steel appliances, granite countertops and maple cabinets. There are three bedrooms and a full bath on the second level and the master suite with a cozy office on the third floor. A nice feature is the butler’s stairway that leads from the second floor to the kitchen. Price tag-$750,000.

 
Closed Properties
736 Dobson #3N – Evanston – $45,000 (foreclosure)
144 Clyde #2W – Evanston – $131,500
1260 Western #301 – Lake Forest – $195,000
1830 Ridge #Goo2 – Evanston – $200,000
9201 Drake #309 – Evanston – $214,000
40 North – Lake Forest – $220,000 (foreclosure)
2025 Sherman #408 – Evanston – 260,000
600 South #A – Evanston – $300,000
1715 Wesley – Evanston – 368,000
2636 Prairie #B – Evanston – $368,000
1148 Scott – Winnetka – $380,000
1008 Dobson – Evanston – $382,500
649 Hinman #1N – Evanston – $405,000
650 Laurel #205 – Highland Park – $475,000
926 Forestway – Glencoe – $520,000
320 Isabella – Wilmette – $535,000
2911 Hawthorn – Wilmette – $565,000
724 Park – Wilmette – $601,000
750 Camelot – Lake Forest – $820,000
892 Thornapple – Glencoe – $1,000,000
576 Sunset – Winnetka – $1,055,000
2335 Greenwood – Wilmette – $1,300,000
1093 Elm – Winnetka – $1,350,000
807 Davis #2402 – Evanston – $1,825,000
505 Hoyt – Winnetka – $4,350,000

 Contract Pending (List Price=LP)
2008 Wesley – Evanston – $59,900 LP
1826 Simpson – Evanston – $109,900 LP
2150 Sherman #3B – Evanston – $223,500 LP
1500 Hinman #103 – Evanston – $299,900 LP
140 Franklin #307 – Lake Forest – $359,000 LP
3087 Parkside – Highland Park – 519,000 LP
1037 Hull – Evanston – $549,000 LP
465 Drexel – Glencoe – $979,000 LP
170 Birch – Winnetka – $1,250,000 LP
906 Pawnee – Wilmette – $1,395,000 LP
587 Longwood – Glencoe – $2,495,000 LP

Based on information from Midwest Real Estate Data for the period July 18, 2009 through July 21, 2009. Listing and solds by various participants of MRED.

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Known as the Edward Kirk Warren home, this vintage gem, located about a block north from the Lighthouse Beach,  is approximately 6,200 square-feet (though it appears larger) with 16 rooms, including five bedrooms and 4.2 baths.  There is a sliver of a Lake Michigan view (probably better views during winter) and is located on a quiet residential street just off of Sheridan Road in the Northeast Evanston Historic District.

Oak floors, stairs, wainscoting and trim flood this three-level  Gothic Tudoresque home.  There are three stone fireplaces, a ballroom, a grand staircase, a solarium, a separate servant’s wing with a butler’s staircase and an elevator. Vintage features are everywhere from stained-glass windows, crown mouldings and an exquisite vaulted ceiling with a carved honeycombed pattern in the living room.

The lot is irregular with about 26,125 square-feet of land. The bathrooms and kitchen are dated and need some updating, although some of the wall tile looks great. Price tag-$2,500,000.

Closed Properties
1300 Heiden #3207 – Lake Bluff – $120,000
134 Green Bay #107 – Winnetka – $200,000
488 Sheridan #2 – Evanston – $224,000
984 Burton – Highland Park – $225,000
1625 Sheridan #501 – Wilmette – $237,000
322 Romona – Wilmette – $330,000
824 Cherokee – Lake Forest – $340,000
624 Willow – Winnetka – $350,000
415 South – Evanston – $361,500
960 Harvard – Highland Park – $400,000
1640 Maple #606 – Evanston – $475,000
2022 Sherman – Evanston – $475,000
1205 Noyes – Evanston – $495,000
1614 Spencer – Wilmette – $535,000
507 Forest #507 – Evanston – $558,000
2525 Hartzell – Evanston – $887,000
713 Maclean – Kenilworth – $1,00,000
1738 Highland — Wilmette – $1,075,000
946 Bob-o-link – Highland Park – $1,080,000 (short sale)
327 North – Lake Bluff – $1,200,000
833 15th – Wilmette – $1,350,000

Contract Pending – (LP=List Price) 
2150 Sherman #4C – Evanston – $249,900 LP
2601 Central #501 – Evanston – $299,000 LP
1120 Ridge – Lake Forest – $359,900 LP
351 Newman – Lake Bluff – $568,000 LP
28525 Oakhaven – Lake Bluff – $599,999 LP
754 Northmoor – Lake Forest – $699,000 LP
477 Drexel – Glencoe – $725,000 LP
1106 Lincoln – Highland Park – $1,249,000 LP
1911 Southmeadow – Lake Forest – $1,625,000 LP
1328 Elmwood – Wilmette – $1,649,000 LP
825 Glen Oak – Winnetka – $3,950,000 LP

Based on information from Midwest Real Estate Data for the period June 13, 2009 through June 16, 2009. Listing and solds by various participants of MRED.

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635 Hinman #1 – This 2 bedroom, 1 bath co-op is in a 9-unit building conveniently next to a tot-lot. The coop has a new kitchen, hardwood floors and an in-unit washer/dryer. There is no parking that comes with the unit but it is walking distance to the bus and CTA purple line. Monthly assessments are $379, which includes the taxes. Price tag=152,000.

1923 Sherman #2N - This two bedroom, one bath condo is an estate sale and is being sold as is. The location is great – just blocks from Northwestern and downtown Evanston. An assigned one-car garage comes with the unit. Monthly assessments are $429. The 2007 taxes were $2,214 without a homeowner’s exemption. This is perfect for someone who wants to put in a little elbow grease and earn some sweat equity. Price tag -$190,000.

2025 Sherman #410 - This 2 bedroom, 2 bath condo has a lot of space – approximately 1,300 square feet. The condo is somewhat dated but the circular floor plan is spectacular. The condo has a large eat-in kitchen and a south-facing balcony. There is also the potential of easily putting in a washer/dryer in a hall closet. This elevator building is also conveniently located blocks from Northwestern and downtown Evanston. The unit also has a garage space and a separate furnace and AC unit. Monthly assessments are $426. The 2007 taxes were $1,334 with a homeowner’s exemption.  Price tag-$225,000.

Today’s Closed Properties
8621 Central Park – Skokie – $41,900 (foreclosure)
9221 Drake #303 – Evanston – $205,000
9247 Lavergne – Skokie – $218,500 (foreclosure)
4001 Emerson – Skokie – $227,500
618 Lacrosse – Wilmette – $250,000 (foreclosure)
5131 Conrad – Skokie – $265,000 (foreclosure)
5240 Sherwin – Skokie – $270,000
1508 Hinman $3D – Evanston – $275,000
1920 B Wilmette – Wilmette – #329,000
807 Davis #413 – Evanston – $356,000
345 Greenleaf #345 – Evanston – $362,000
212 Central Park – Wilmette – $362,000
1710 Greenwood – Evanston – $450,000 (short sale)
1053 Linden – Wilmette – $499,000
1691 Southland – Highland Park – $685,000 (short sale)
1826 Windridge – Lake Forest – $1,700,000

Contract Pending  – (list price=LP)
8712 Skokie #21N – Skokie – $109,900 LP
8249 Lawndale – Skokie – $206,900 LP
3303 Wilmette – Wilmette – $237,900 LP
7411 Kolmar – Skokie – $339,000 LP
532 Madison – Glencoe – $525,000 LP
1058 Forest Hill – Lake Forest – $649,900 LP
8800 Kildare – Skokie – $979,000 LP
8 Honeysuckle – Lake Forest – $1,159,000 LP
Based on information from Midwest Real Estate Data for the period May 2, 2009 through May 5, 2009. Listing and solds by various Participants of MRED

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2335 Ridgeway – This 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath vintage brick home has a decent circular floor plan with French doors that open to a nice screened porch. The home has  hardwood floors, a wood-burning fireplace, a partially finished basement and an updated kitchen with granite counters and stainless steel appliances. There is not a master bathroom but a convenient first floor half bath. Price tag-$579,000

2100 Lincolnwood – This four bedroom, 2.5 bath home also has a nice circular floor plan and a lot of space for the price. The living room is 27 x 14 and the family room is 18 x 13.  There are four bedrooms upstairs as well as a library/office.  The home sits near the corner of Golf Rd. and Lincolnwood but faces Lincolnwood. There is a master bathroom, though it needs a little updating. The home gets good light and the kitchen is nicely updated with granite countertops. Price tag-$595,000

3152 Harrison – This four bedroom, 2.5 bath vintage brick home is kitty corner from Bent Park. The first floor has good space with a 23 x 12 family room and fireplace. There are four bedrooms upstairs, including the  master bedroom which has cathedral ceilings and built-in oak cabinets and a loveseat. The basement is partially finished with an exterior access. Price tag-$718,000.

2629 Stewart – This four bedroom, 3.5 bath stucco home sits across the street from Independence Park and a stone’s throw from the Central Street shops. The eat-in kitchen has stainless steel appliances, granite countertops and a large island extending the length of the room.  There is a first floor bedroom and three more bedrooms on the second level. The master bath has a nice whirlpool spa. There is no central air conditioning. The basement is partially finished with a climbing wall and half bath. Price tag-$725,000

2309 Forestview – This four bedroom, 3.5 bath stucco Colonial has had numerous improvements in the past five years, and sits on a large lot – 65 x 150. There’s a cozy open front porch patio, and another patio in the backyard. There are hardwood  floors throughout the home. The kitchen is redone with granite countertops and cherry cabinets. The second floor has four decent-sized bedrooms and a master bathroom. A nice feature is a back stairway leading from the first-floor office to the master bedroom suite. The basement is nicely finished and there’s a convenient attached 2-car garage. Price tag- $949,000

Today’s Closed Properties
831 Forest – #1E – Evanston – $113,000 (short sale)
9530 Lamon – #103 – Skokie – $127,000
7610 Crawford #302A – Skokie – $155,000
7400 Lincoln #501 – Skokie – $215,000
9418 LeClaire – Skokie – $225,000 (short sale)
838 Elmwood #2 – Evanston – $259,000
7920 Kedvale – Skokie – $310,000
2904 Summit – Highland Park – $338,000
12612 Meadow – Lake Bluff – $350,000
632 Hinman #1A – Evanston – $417,000
632 Hinman #1B – Evanston – $449,500
651 Forest – Evanston – $610,000
811-13 Foster – Evanston – $925,000
1 Stonegate- Lake Forest – $3,050,000

Under Contract – (list price=LP)
8225 Niles Center #206 – Skokie – $179,000 LP
544 Sheridan #2W – Evanston – $189,000 LP
7837 Kenton  – Skokie – $219,000 LP
2219 Central #2B  – Evanston – $269,900 LP
705 Brown – Evanston – $275,000 LP
5027 Main – Skokie – $277,500 LP
3325 Wilder – Skokie – $299,000 LP
807 Davis #505 – Evanston – $299,900 LP
9715 Woods #1604 – Skokie – $311,500 LP
1920B Wilmette – Wilmette – $329,000 LP
901 Hinman #5C – Evanston – $349,000 LP
1373 Sherwood – Highland Park – $399,900 LP
2849 Summit – Highland Park – $450,000 LP
1773 Heather – Highland Park – $600,000 LP
28674 Braeloch – Lake Bluff – $630,000 LP
610 Fourth – Wilmette – $649,000 LP
207 Leonard Wood – Highland Park – $832,200 LP
1412 Euclid – Glencoe – $1,095,000 LP
1085 Beinlich – Glencoe – $1,649,000 LP
Based on information from Midwest Real Estate Data for the period April 24, 2009 through April 28, 2009. Listing and solds by various Participants of MRED

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927 Hinman #2S - This two-bedroom/two- bath vintage condo is approximately 1,300 square feet, and comes with an in-unit washer/dryer. There are hardwood floors throughout, and the condo has exposed brick and two balconies. The linear floor plan begins with a large living room in front, a dining room,  then an eat-in kitchen and finally two back bedrooms, bathrooms and a den/office  in the back.  There is not a fireplace and the listing agent is trying to determine if the unit comes with a garage parking space. There is a nice common backyard to BBQ. This condo is within walking distance to the Metra, CTA, shosps and the lake. Price tag- $325,000.

936 Hinman #1S – This three-bedroom/two bath vintage condo is an end-unit that gets three exposures, allowing good light in the living room and sunroom. The condo, which also has a linear floor plan, has hardwood floors throughout. Some interesting features include a walk-in kitchen pantry, in-unit washer/dryer, a wood-burning fireplace dressed in a beautiful oak mantle and a common courtyard patio to BBQ.  No parking comes with the unit – only street parking. This unit is also walking distance to the Metra, CTA, shops and the lake.  Price tag – $349,900.

651 Hinman #1S- This three-bedroom/2 bath condo is the model unit of a newly converted vintage 6-flat building. Standard features include hardwood floors, a washer/dryer hookup, granite countertops and stainless steel appliances in the kitchen and a ventless gas fireplace. With approximately 1,668 square feet and a  linear floor plan, the condo has a nice master suite in the back of the condo with tiled bathroom floors and a decent-sized deck. Parking is an additional $30,000. The two top floor units have sold.  Price tag – $425,000.

2038 Sherman #3A - Moving closer to downtown and Northwestern, this top floor two-bedroom/one-bath condo, located in the Maisonette, built in 1963,  has a new kitchen with granite countertops, maple cabinets and stainless steel appliances. An interesting feature is a  washer/dryer in the kitchen – you don’t see that too often. The kitchen opens to a nice-sized combo living/dining room with hardwood floors.  And probably the best aspect of this condo is that it comes with two assigned parking spaces – one garage, the other outdoor. Price tag – $259,500.

Today’s Closed Properties
9109 Lamon #2S- Skokie $107,000 (foreclosure)
1828 Laurel – Evanston – $184,000 (foreclosure)
1210 Chicago #609 – Evanston – $202,500
2141 Ridge #4E – Evasnston – $212,500
2711 Arlington – Highland Park – $370,000
1806 Cavell – Highland Park – $395,000
819 Michigan #1 – Evanston – $430,000
1421 Ashland #1421 – Evanston – $460,000 (foreclosure)
2426 Isabella – Evanston – $560,000
2201 Elmwood – Wilmette – $890,000
919 Hill – Winnetka – $6,200,000
 

Under Contract - (list price=LP)
1321 Brummel – Evanston – $212,900 LP
2141 #2C – Evanston – $215,000 LP
807 Church #507 – Evanston – $245,000 LP
1710 Greenwood – Evanston – $399,000 LP
802 Highland Park – Highland Park – $675,000 LP
2619 Poplar – Evanston – $750,000 LP
935 Oakwood – Wilmette – $839,000 LP
100 Longmeadow – Winnetka – $3,490,000 LP
70 Harbor – Glencoe – $7,785,000 LP
Based on information from Midwest Real Estate Data for the period March 21, 2009 through March 24, 2009. Listing and solds by various Participants of MRED

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Today, I visited four Northwest Evanston homes.

2116 Ewing - This three-bedroom, one-bath Luxembourg farmhouse needs TLC but the price was just dropped to $289,900 from $319,900. The white fence adds charm to the home’s exterior. To enter the home, you walk down a few steps and enter the kitchen and large eating area. The living room and bedrooms are located above the kitchen. The layout is unusual for the typical home in the area but the home does have a certain charm, especially for a price below 300k.

2322 Cowper - This three-bedroom, one bath home has a new roof, a new stainless steel stove and refrigerator (there’s no dishwasher) and hardwood floors. There’s a nice screened porch and breakfast area off the kitchen. The partial basement is unfinished and there are stairs leading to an unfinished attic. The price was dropped to $400,000 from $450,000.

2210 McDaniel - This three-bedroom, 2.5 bath brick Tudor has a new kitchen, containing granite countertops, stainless steel appliances and cherry cabinets. There’s a first floor office and half bath. Upstairs are three bedrooms, including a nice-sized master suite. Although there is a decent-sized living room graced by a wood-burning fireplace and a family room next to the kitchen, there is not a separate dining room. However, the office could be easily converted into a dining room if necessary. The basement is nicely finished as well. Price tag-$649,000.

2409 Lawndale - This four bedroom, two-bath brick Colonial has a large 27×18 living room with a woodburning fireplace. The kitchen has granite countertops, stainless steel appliances and cherry cabinets. Upstairs are four decent-sized bedrooms. Although there is not a master bath, there are two full bathrooms side-by-side off the hallway. The basement is unfinished. The price tag-$679,000.

Today’s Closed Properties
12900 Heiden #44308 – Lake Bluff – $140,000
9051 Niles Center- Skokie – $270,000
1807 Monroe – Evanston – $310,000
2132 Beechwood – Wilmette – $950,000
1781 Reserve – Highland Park – $1,600,000 (foreclosure)

Under Contract - (list price=LP)
3326 Church – Evanston – $199,000 LP
1695 Second #204 – Highland Park – $249,000 LP
163 Washington – Lake Forest – $255,000 LP
1518 Monroe – Evanston – $267,500 LP
8016 Lockwood – Skokie – $350,000 LP
2778 Arlington – Highland Park – $400,000 LP
1423 Ashland #1423 – Evanston – $456,350 LP
2916 Parkside – Highland Park – $579,900 LP
2122 Orrington – Evanston – $849,900 LP
Based on information from Midwest Real Estate Data for the period March 16, 2009 through March 17, 2009. Listing and solds by various Participants of MRED

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 2110 Noyes - This 3 bedroom, 3.5 bath wood-frame bungalow/farmhouse built in 1912 has a nice front porch, and refinished hardwood floors on the first level. As is usual with many bungalow floor plans, there are two bedrooms on the first level, and the stairs are located in the back of the home in the kitchen. The home does not have a fireplace.  Upstairs, there’s a sitting room, a bedroom and a full bath. The flooring is wood laminate. The basement is partially finished with a bathroom. The kitchen isn’t to die for but that’s reflected in the price – $469,000.

 
2415 Lawndale – This 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath yellow-brick bungalow built in 1920 has all the living space on the first floor but it could be dormered out to add a second floor by building stairs in one of the bedrooms, located in the center of the home. The kitchen is newer with granite countertops and stainless steel appliances, and there is hardwood floors throughout most of the home.  The basement is partially finished with a half-bath. There is a decorative fireplace in the living room. Price tag-$550,000.

 
2026 Lincoln – This is a Prairie-style 2-flat located on a large lot – 50×200. Each unit has 2 bedrooms, a bathroom, a sunroom, a separate dining room, built-in bookshelves and a wood-burning fireplace. The top floor is rented for $1,675, and the lease expires in May. There’s also a built-in coffee machine in the 2nd floor kitchen – something not seen often. The front stairs and banisters are oak, and the back stairs for both units conveniently lead to the basement and backyard. This could be converted to  a single-family home but it seems like a good rental investment as well. Price tag-$599,000.
 

2306 Ridgeway – This 3 bedroom, 2 bath contemporary home built in 1940 is a short sale. The kitchen has newer granite countertops and maple cabinets and there’s a large wood deck and hot tub in the yard. Although there is not a master bath, the upstairs lone bathroom is nicely updated. The basement is partially finished, and the home has two fireplaces, located in the living room and family room. Another nice feature is an attached two-car garage with a driveway. Price tag- $619,000.

2414 Hartrey – This 4 bedroom, 2.5 bath 3-story stucco home built in 1909 is located a few blocks from the Central Street shops. There are three bedrooms on the second level and a fourth bedroom on the thrid level, which is used as a kid’s playroom. The master bedroom has cathedral ceilings and wood beams, a walk-in closet  and a nice bathroom. The second floor also has a nice feature I always like – a laundry room. The first floor plan has a nice circular flow with hardwood floors. The lot size is on the smaller end – 80×70. Price tag-$689,000.

Today’s Closed Properties
122 Callan #1A – Evanston -  $65,000 (foreclosure)
9409 Long – Skokie -  $245,000 (foreclosure)
8025 Lorel -  Skokie -  $450,000 
407 Sandy – Wilmette – $500,000
574 Drexel – Glencoe – $662,500
245 Woodland – Lake Bluff – $1,400,000
Based on information from Midwest Real Estate Data for the period March 6, 2009 through March 10, 2009. Listing and solds by various Participants of MRED

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3313 Harrison – This 2 bedroom, 1 bath Cape Cod home is the one of the lowest priced homes you will find in Northwest Evanston, and it’s cute and cozy for the price. Some of the nice features include hardwood floors in the living room and halls, two-decent sized bedrooms, a separate dining room and a sunroom. Although the kitchen has grantie countertops, the cabinets are a little dated. Probably the most interesting aspect of this home is it’s large lot size – 50 x 180. There’s plenty  of room to expand the home. Buy now and expand later or rent and then build when the market changes. Price tag – $329,000.

2024 Ewing – This is a roomy 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath Colonial that has an open kitchen, a circular floor plan and a large living room that was an addition to the home in the 1980s. The home has hardwood floors throughout, 3 good-sized bedrooms on the second floor, and a front room fireplace. The price is nice but it’s that way because the home is on the corner of Ewing and Golf – though it’s setback from Golf and faces Ewing. Price tag – $499,900.

80 Salem – This 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath Colonial is located in Northwest Evanston’s New England Village. This home also has a circular floor plan with hardwood floors on the first floor. Upstairs are three-good sized bedrooms that are carpeted. There’s a galley kitchen that opens up to a living room that leads to a deck outside. Price tag – $529,500. There’s also a 4 bedroom home for sale next door for $499,900.

2510 Prospect – This 4 bedroom, 3.5 bath Colonial was recently renovated with granite countertops, stainsless steel appliances and cherry cabinets in the kitchen. There is hardwood floors throught the first floor, which also a circular floor plan. The master bedroom is roomy with a large walk-in closet and a renovated bath. Price tag – $875,000.

Today’s Closed Properties
1744 Dodge – Evanston -  $52,000 (foreclosure)
9445 Kenton #411 -  Skokie -  $145,000 (short sale)
2575 Waukegan – Highland Park -  $151,000
1500 Sheridan #7E – Wilmette -  $300,000
20 Pin Oak #201 – Wilmette - $424,000  
1937 Chestnut – Wilmette -  $825,000
1110 Ashland – Wilmette -  $960,000
697 Lake Forest – $1,375,000
700 Ardsley – Winnetka – $4,050,000
Based on information from Midwest Real Estate Data for the period Feb. 26, 2009 through March 3, 2009. Listing and solds by various Participants of MRED

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2431 Ridgeway – This charming vintage home in Northwest Evanston has great curb appeal. The architectural style seems to be a cross between an Italianate and Mediterranean. Inside, there is a surprising amount of space in this 3 bedroom 1.5 bath home.  On the first floor, there is a living room with a fireplace that is original to the home ,and on the other side of the home is an addition, probably done 30-40 years ago, with a family room and great room that leads to a wooden deck.  Upstairs are three decent sized bedrooms. The home is somewhat dated, especially the kitchen. Price tag-$545,000.

2331 Thayer – This four bedroom, 2.5 half bath Colonial in Northwest Evanston needs no work. The home has a two story-addition and a newly renovated kitchen with granite counters and stainless steel appliances. There are four bedrooms upstairs, including a master suite that has a Jacuzzi tub and separate shower. Price tag-$779,000.

1506 Florence – This three bedroom farmhouse near downtown offers something many homes don’t – a coach-house, which can be used as a rental, a studio/office or an in-law suite. The coach-house is comfy enough with a kitchen, bedroom, bathroom and large living room. The main house has exposed oak wood doors, and trim and the updated kitchen fits well with the ambiance of  the home. There is one bedroom on the first floor and two upstairs, which has a comfy sitting room sandwiched between the two bedrooms. Another good feature is an upstairs washer/dryer. Price tag- $549,000.

Today’s Closed Properties
428 Broadview – Highland Park – $186,200
2033 Sherman #308 – Evanston – $225,000
8424 Kilpatrick – Skokie - $315,000
710 Lavergne  – Wilmette- $385,000
2809 Girard – Evanston - $595,000 
470 S. Green Bay (land)- Lake Forest -  $1,000,000
33 Washington – Lake Forest – $1,200,000
Based on information from Midwest Real Estate Data for the period Feb. 23, 2009 through Feb. 24, 2009. Listing and solds by various Participants of MRED

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2621 Lincolnwood – If you like brick Bungalows this would be worth a look. Although it only has two bedrooms (on the first level) it does have the exposed oak woodwork  – the doors, crown molding and window and door  trim. The home has French doors and lead glass windows on each side of a gas fireplace in the living room.  Another nice feature is that the home has a stairway leading to an unfinished attic. There seems to be enough room to transform it into another bedroom and bath. The kitchen was updated with granite counters and stainless steel appliances, and the basement is nicely finished. Price tag=$519,000.  

2326 Brown- This is three-level Victorian style home built in 1908 is located on a deep lot – 50 x 200. The four bedroom, 2.5 bath home is certified as an architecturally significant home in Evanston. Some nice features include a beautiful oak staircase and original pine floors in the living room. It has a nice circular first floor plan with a first floor bath and two fireplaces. The second level has three bedrooms, including the master bedroom, which does not have a master bathroom. The third floor has an office and bedroom. The homes is about three blocks to the Metra. Price tag=819,000

2519 Park Place- This five bedroom, 3.5 bath home was built in 1990 with the exception of the front facade. However, there were numerous improvements made to the home in the past four years. I really like the circular and open floor plan in this home that has a grand foyer entry. The kitchen is customized with a Wolf range oven, granite countertops and a large prep island. The master bedroom is roomy with a nice bathroom containing a Jacuzzi tub and separate shower. This home is located on one of my favorite streets – Park Place – where homes are setback from the street where trolleys once roamed in the 19th century. Price tag=$1,300,000.
 
Today’s Closed Properties
250 Ridge #1B – Evanston – $120,000
9333 Keeler – Skokie – #250,500
834 Forest #834 – Evanston – $252,200
705 Eleventh #404 – Wilmette – $280,000
259 Maple – Glencoe – $2,925,000
Based on information from Midwest Real Estate Data for the period Feb. 12, 2009 through Feb. 17, 2009. Listing and solds by various Participants of MRED

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