1136 Lake Shore Boulevard Evanston, IL 60202
Listing Courtesy of: MLS LogoMidwest Real Estate Data / Coldwell Banker Realty / Andrea "Andi" Wich

  1136 Lake Shore Boulevard Evanston, IL 60202

Active (4 Days)
$3,500,000 (USD)
5
BED
5
BATH
5,465
SQFT

Description

Location, location, location! Feel the cool lake breezes! Located in the Lake Shore Historic District of Evanston, this Prairie style Evanston landmark overlooking Lake Michigan with unobstructed, panoramic views, was designed by Tallmadge & Watson in 1909. This special property embodies the quality, beauty, and integrity of Prairie architecture throughout the entire home. Spacious rooms throughout, the excellent floor plan provides for comfortable family living and gracious entertaining. Gorgeous architectural details, including leaded glass windows, beautiful woodwork, hardwood floors and more. The east-facing sun room off the dining room has the original tile floor and oval recessed Adams-style hand painted ceiling. The second floor boasts four generous sized bedrooms, a full hall bath, as well as the primary suite. The third floor is fabulous space perfect for live-in help, in-laws, teenagers, or a guest suite. A fifth bedroom, full bath, and kitchenette, along with magnificent cathedral leaded glass windows, and tree-top lake views make this a special space. The first floor has such fabulous flow - a large, welcoming foyer as you enter through the front door. To the right of the foyer is the spacious dining room and the sun room, to the left is the large living room, with the library/den/family room facing east to the lake. The kitchen area, complete with a butler's pantry, opens up to a welcoming family room space overlooking the large, fenced backyard. Additionally, there is a full, finished basement with a full bath, workout area, rec room, laundry room, and storage space. Complete list of improvements and upgrades can be found under 'Additional Information'. Experience amazing sunrises over the lake from this very special offering!

MLS #:
12572974
Taxes
$39,966(2024)
Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1909
Style
Prairie
School District
202,65
County
Cook County

Listed By

Andrea "Andi" Wich, Coldwell Banker Realty
Source
Midwest Real Estate Data as distributed by MLS Grid
Last checked Mar 2 2026 at 1:27 PM GMT+0000
Bathroom Details
  • Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Half Bathroom: 1
Interior Features
  • Laundry: Multiple Locations
  • Appliance: Range
  • Appliance: Washer
  • Appliance: Dryer
  • Appliance: Dishwasher
  • Appliance: Disposal
  • Appliance: Microwave
  • Sump Pump
  • Co Detectors
  • Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Appliance: High End Refrigerator
  • Security System
  • Sprinkler-Lawn
  • Appliance: Humidifier
  • Laundry: Main Level
Property Features
  • Fireplace: Living Room
  • Fireplace: Family Room
  • Fireplace: 2
  • Fireplace: Wood Burning
  • Fireplace: Gas Log
  • Fireplace: Gas Starter
Heating and Cooling
  • Natural Gas
  • Small Duct High Velocity
Basement Information
  • Finished
  • Full
Utility Information
  • Utilities: Water Source: Lake Michigan
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
School Information
  • Elementary School: Lincoln Elementary School
  • Middle School: Nichols Middle School
  • High School: Evanston Twp High School
Parking
  • Off Alley
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Garage Owned
  • Garage
  • Owned
  • Detached
  • Yes
Living Area
  • 5,465 sqft
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