BEDS5
BATHS6 full 2 partial
SQUARE FEET7,759
MLS#12575018
STATUSActive
PROPERTY TYPEResidential - Single Family
SCHOOLDistrict 202
Property Description
Enjoy lake breezes and awesome sunrises from this impressive Greek Revival with coach house built in 1903, offering timeless elegance in an exceptional setting. The home is situated on one of Evanston's most prestigious lakefront streets, overlooking beautiful Dawes Park and Arrington Lagoon, just moments from Northwestern University and downtown Evanston. Rich in architectural character, it showcases exquisite original details, including a grand formal foyer surrounded by leaded glass windows, a sweeping bridal staircase, and extraordinary woodwork throughout. The expansive living room is anchored by a stately fireplace with original built-ins and enhanced by classic period details. The formal dining room is equally impressive, featuring paneled walls, a beamed ceiling and a dramatic fireplace adorned with handcrafted antique Delft tiles. The adjacent, generously sized eat-in kitchen offers a modern footprint. The rear addition has heated flooring and can serve as a first-floor office or sitting room, providing flexibility, while the inviting family room with a fireplace is perfect for relaxing. Two powder rooms complete the main level. The second floor features a spacious primary suite with a spa-inspired bath, excellent storage, and private den/office. Two additional bedrooms have en-suite, updated baths. The third floor has walkouts from French doors to enjoy the lake, and offers two more bedrooms, two baths, and a large game room with a bar-perfect for entertaining or extended family living. The lower level has radiant heat in the flooring in the bathroom and storage and includes a full kitchen, media room, office, game area, full bath, fireplace, and abundant storage. A convenient, beautifully tiled and heated private walkway provides interior access to the three-car garage. The coach house is 1120 sq. ft. and has a large living room with a vaulted ceiling, 2 beds/2 baths + office - a perfect spot for guests, multi-generational living or a coveted rental! A once in a generation opportunity to own one of Evanston's Premier Lakefront residences.
Property Features
Property Type: Residential - Single Family
Basement: Finished, Exterior Entry, Full, Walk-Out Access
Basement: Yes
Cooling: Central Air, Small Duct High Velocity, Zoned
Fireplaces: 5
Garage: 3
Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air, Sep Heating Systems - 2+, In
Home Style: Colonial
Lot Size: 0.44 Acres
Roof Type: Asphalt
Taxes: $46,670
Year Built: 1904
Amenities
Bookcases
Historic/Period Mlwk
Beamed Ceilings
Special Millwork
Feature Descriptions
Additional rooms: Bedroom 5,Sun Room, Study, Game Room, Recreation Room, Kitchen, Media Room, Foyer, Utility Room-Lower Level, Storage
Appliances: Double Oven, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Cooktop, Range Hood, Other, Gas Cooktop, Gas Oven, Oven
Association Includes: None
Bath Features: Whirlpool, Separate Shower, Double Sink
Dining Room: Separate
Exterior: Frame
Fireplace: Wood Burning
Fireplace Location(s): Family Room, Living Room, Basement, Bedroom, Dining Room
Laundry: In Unit
Lot: Irregular Lot
Lot Dimensions: 100 x 200 x 168 x 76
Other Equipment: TV-Cable, CO Detectors, Sump Pump
Parcel#: 11184050200000
Parking: Concrete, Side Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
Sewer: Public Sewer
Total Rooms: 14
Township: Evanston
Water: Public
Room Sizes
Bedroom 5: 20X16
Sun Room: 23X11
Study: 20X11
Game Room: 16X14
Recreation Rm: 28X23
Kitchen- 2nd: 31X16
Media Room: 32X16
Foyer: 15X15
Storage: 19X18
Bedroom 2: 18X15
Bedroom 3: 16X13
Bedroom 4: 22X14
Dining Room: 19X16
Family Room: 28X19
Kitchen: 28X16
Laundry: 9X6
Living Room: 33X17
Primary Bedroom: 28X13
Local Schools
High School: Evanston Twp High School
Middle School: Nichols Middle School
Elementary School: Dewey Elementary School
School District: District 202
Listed By / Shown By
Listed By
Agency Name: Coldwell Banker Realty
Agency Phone: 847-866-8200
Shown By
Agency Title: Gambino Realtors
Agency Phone: 815-282-2222
Estimate Your Payment
Estimated Payment
$ 17,786.86 per month $13,059.15 Principal & Interest $3,889.17 Property Tax $838.54 Homeowner's Insurance
1616 Forest Place | MLS# 12575018
This single family home located at 1616 Forest Place, Evanston, IL 60201 is currently listed for sale with an asking price of $2,875,000. This property was built in 1904 and has 5 bedrooms and 6 full and 2 partial baths with 7759 sq. ft. Forest Place is located within the District 202 school district. Search Evanston real estate on www.gogambino.com today.