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  • Office
  • 2,400 Sq. Ft.
  • Updated 5 hours ago
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Discover an exceptional opportunity with this update to suit Freestanding commercial building in prime Evanston location offering exceptional versatility. Property features 7 rooms, kitchen, 2 bathrooms, storage space and a finished attic providing additional usable space. Ideal for a variety of uses including retail, office, day care, educational, nonprofit, or professional services. Rear alley access leads to multiple dedicated parking spaces. Excellent opportunity for owner-users or investors seeking a flexible, well-located commercial property.

Full Property Details for 1717 Howard St

General

  • Price: $325,000
  • Taxes: $17,564 (2024)
  • Status: Active
  • Type: Office
  • Source: MRED
  • MLS ID: 12550047
  • Updated: 1/19/2026
  • Added to Site: 1 day(s) ago

Interior

  • Interior Features: Common Lunchroom(s), Common Meeting Room(s), Passenger Elevator(s), Private Restroom(s)
  • Flooring: Tile, Wood

Location

  • Area: Evanston
  • County: Cook
  • Township: Evanston
  • Driving Directions: N McCormick Blvd to W Howard St
  • Location Details: North Suburban, Freestanding/Urban

Heating & Cooling

  • Cooling Type: Central Air Conditioning
  • Heating Type: Central Building Heat

Utilities

  • Water: Municipal Water
  • Onsite: Electricity to Site

Structural Information

  • Construction: Brick
  • Exterior Const.: Brick
  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
  • Sub-Flooring: Tile, Wood
  • Stories/Levels: 2
  • Square Feet: 2,400
  • Year Built: 1980

Lot Features

  • Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 5,642
  • Lot Dimensions: 50 x 110
  • Potential Use: Commercial, Office, Retail
  • Zoning: COMMR

Financial Considerations

  • For Sale/Rent/Lease: For Sale Only
  • Assessment Year: 1980
  • Tax Amount: $17,564.79
  • Tax Year: 2024

Disclosures and Reports

  • Property ID: 10252201150000

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Schools serving 1717 Howard St

School Districts:Evanston Community Consolidated School District 65, Evanston Township High School District 202
NameGradesDistance
Dawes Elementary School, Evanston, IL
440 Dodge Ave, Evanston, IL 60202
K-50.4 mi
Chute Middle School
1400 Oakton Street, Evanston, IL 60202
6-80.5 mi
Evanston Twp High School
1600 Dodge Avenue, Evanston, IL 60201
9-121.9 mi
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Price & Sales History for 1717 Howard St Get Price Alerts and Save Property

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Details
Price
Change
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1/19/2026
Listed
$325,000
22.64%
MLS
1/30/2003
Sold
$265,000
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Tax History for 1717 Howard St

Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2023
$17,005
4%
$69,328
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2022
$16,313
-38%
$69,328
-29%
2021
$26,357
1%
$98,000
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2020
$25,998
-11%
$98,000
-20%
2019
$29,135
44%
$122,745
68%
2018
$20,283
3%
$73,063
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2017
$19,750
5%
$73,063
—
2016
$18,728
9%
$73,063
16%
2015
$17,167
1%
$63,126
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2014
$17,002
2%
$63,126
—
2013
$16,610
10%
$63,126
—
2012
$15,120
—
$63,126
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1717 Howard Street, Evanston, IL 60202 (MLS# 12550047) is a Office property. 1717 Howard Street is currently listed for $325,000 and was received on January 19, 2026. Want to learn more about 1717 Howard Street? Do you have questions about finding other Office real estate for sale in Evanston? You can browse all Evanston real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

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