Active
1812 Asbury Avenue
Evanston IL, 60201
$1,579,000
$210.53 per sqft
Active
5 Beds
5 Baths
7,500 sqft
Residential
Built in 1874
Courtesy of Pyne Properties, LLC
For the first time in 40 years, this historic mansion is ready to change hands. Originally constructed in 1874 for a former member of Congress and the first president of the Evanston Board of Trustees, the Charles J. Gilbert House is celebrating its 150th birthday this year. A Second Empire Victorian with Italianate features and mansard roof that were de rigueur for prominent estates of the time, the subsequent addition of a portico with Corinthian columns was inspired by the 1893 Columbian Exposition in Chicago, further punctuating the incredible curb appeal and prominence of one of Evanston's most important historical homes. Approaching the entrance, you are greeted by a gracious brick patio spanning the full width of the home with beautifully carved double entry doors. Once inside, the stunning original woodwork of the central hallway and staircase balustrades will take your breath away. Two double parlors are accessed on either side, leading the visitor to stately living and entertaining rooms; each with 9 foot tall windows welcoming the light and soaring ceilings with hand-carved plaster medallions crowning the chandeliers. There are three imported Italian marble fireplaces on the first level, with a total of eight throughout the home; of which two are fired by gas; one by wood with the remaining five decorative. A separate formal dining room is bathed in light and grace and the all-stainless kitchen spills out onto a breakfast area overlooking an expansive and beautifully landscaped yard with mature trees. Moving up, the second floor hosts four large bedrooms with generous closets, including a primary suite with large adjoining reception area, a second full bath, laundry room, home office, and a grand 40x12 covered porch providing a secluded outdoor oasis overlooking the well manicured foregrounds along Asbury Ave. The third floor contains a large one bedroom in-law apartment with its own living, dining and kitchen; a large recreation room that in bygone times served as a ballroom; and a game room that has hosted many a billiards match. A second two bedroom in-law apartment with kitchen, full bath, laundry and living quarters along with the mechanicals and storage for the house can be found belowdecks in the partially above grade basement. In all, there's approximately 7,500 square feet of mostly finished living space on a 28,000 square foot (115x244) lot within walking distance to downtown Evanston's abundant shopping, dining and entertainment options; commuter Metra and Chicago "el" train lines; Northwestern University and Lake Michigan.
12108102
MLSⓇ ID
July 12, 2024
Listed
October 8, 2024
Updated
Map
1812 Asbury Avenue
Evanston IL, 60201
Interior Features
Bedrooms
5
Total Bathrooms
5
Full Bathrooms
4
Half Bathrooms
1
Interior Features
Hardwood Floors, In-Law Arrangement, Second Floor Laundry, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s), Historic/Period Mlwk, Special Millwork, Granite Counters, Separate Dining Room, Plaster
Appliances
Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Built-In Oven, Range Hood
Laundry Description
In Unit, Multiple Locations
Fireplace
Yes
Fireplace Description
Gas Log, Gas Starter
Cooling
Yes
Cooling Description
Partial, Space Pac, Gas
Heating
Yes
Heating Description
Natural Gas, Radiator(s)
Exterior/Building Features
Lot Size
0.63 Acres
Exterior Features
Deck, Patio, Porch
Architectual Style
Victorian
Sewer
Public Sewer, Sewer-Storm
School Information
School District
65
High School
Evanston Twp High School
Elementary School
Orrington Elementary School
Other Property Details
Area Name
Evanston
Taxes
$38,500
Tax Frequency
Annually
Days on Market
89
Garage
Yes
Garage Spaces
2
Parking Total
2
View
No
County
Cook
Municipality
Evanston
Water Source
Lake Michigan, Public
Pool
No
Listing History
Date | Event | Price |
---|---|---|
10/2/2024 | Active | — |
9/9/2024 | Under contract | — |
8/12/2024 | Price change | $1,579,000 -5% |
Courtesy of Pyne Properties, LLC, Daniel Pyne,
Listing Contact: 773-343-9142
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