Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
3/10/2026
Listed
$195,000
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MLS
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Property Description
For sale great commercial retail condo space on Benson ave. 583 sq ft ground floor. Attached to the optima horizons condominium building, a 248 unit condo development. Currently built out as an office space, the unit has a very high end modern buildout, No disappointments. Great window exposure with plenty of natural light, fully carpeted, Features a main office area and a bathroom and two storage rooms. Very well maintained. high security entrance doors, and cameras. Zoning is D4. 25 ft of frontage along Benson ave. The property has plenty of parking in front and also features close neighborhood parking. Parking space in covered garage is included with this unit, indoor deeded. High pedestrian traffic, The building utilizes 200 + amp electric system this property presents the unique opportunity to acquire retail space in the downtown Evanston retail district, ideal for a variety of commercial uses: Perfect for new owners for retail, office, professional use, law firm, insurance, technology, financial trading, real estate, accounting office. Walking distance to downtown Evanston and northwestern university, Close to public transportation CTA train and bus, Do not contact owner. Please call the listing broker for all showings. Pin number - 11181190371004
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 1831 Benson Ave
General
- Price: $195,000
- Taxes: $6,459 (2023)
- Status: Active
- Type: Commercial
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12584674
- Updated: 3/16/2026
- Added to Site: 7 day(s) ago
Interior
- Interior Features: Private Restroom(s), Storage Inside
- Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Varies
Additional Information
- Security/Safety: Alarm on Site, Fire Extinguisher(s), Hydrants on Site, Partially Sprinklered, Sprinklers
Location
- Area: Evanston
- County: Cook
- Driving Directions: BETWEEN UNIVERSITY PL. & CLARK ST., EAST OF SHERMAN AVE. The Property is between Clark street and University Place, East side of the street, Across from the CTA tracks.
- Location Details: Central Business District, Mixed-Use Area, Public Transport Avail, Freestanding/Urban, High Traffic Area
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air Conditioning
- Heating Type: Central Heat/Individual Controls
Utilities
- Water: Municipal Water
- Onsite: Electricity to Site, Natural Gas Available, Sewer Connected, Water Available, Cable Available, Fiber
Structural Information
- Construction: Concrete, Aluminum Siding, Steel Siding
- Exterior Const.: Concrete, Aluminum Siding, Steel Siding
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Sub-Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Varies
- Stories/Levels: 16
- Square Feet: 583
- Current Bldg. Use: Commercial
- Year Built: 2005
Unit Information
- Extra Storage Avail: Yes
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 583
- Lot Dimensions: 25 x 21
- Frontage: City Street, Public Road
- Drainage: Storm Sewers
- Zoning: RTAIL
Financial Considerations
- For Sale/Rent/Lease: For Sale Only
- Security Deposit: Alarm On Site, Fire Extinguisher/s, Hydrants On Site, Partially Sprinklered, Sprinklers
- Assessment Year: 2005
- Tax Amount: $6,459
- Tax Year: 2023
- Tenant Pays: Electricity, Heat, Janitorial Service, Taxes
Disclosures and Reports
- Documents Avail.: Floor Plan, Tax Bill
- Property ID: 11181190371004
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Schools
Schools serving 1831 Benson Ave
School Districts:Evanston Community Consolidated School District 65, Evanston Township High School District 202
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Dewey Elementary School, Evanston, IL 1551 Wesley Avenue, Evanston, IL 60201 | K-5 | 0.6 mi |
Nichols Middle School 800 Greenleaf Street, Evanston, IL 60202 | 6-8 | 0.9 mi |
Evanston Twp High School 1600 Dodge Avenue, Evanston, IL 60201 | 9-12 | 0.9 mi |
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Price & Sales History for 1831 Benson Ave
Tax History
Tax History for 1831 Benson Ave
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2023
$6,459
4%
$26,279
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2022
$6,203
-8%
$26,279
5%
2021
$6,734
1%
$25,000
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2020
$6,649
-1%
$25,000
-11%
2019
$6,720
-2%
$28,239
15%
2018
$6,861
3%
$24,657
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2017
$6,671
5%
$24,657
—
2016
$6,327
-6%
$24,657
—
2015
$6,708
-1%
$24,657
—
2014
$6,792
2%
$24,657
—
2013
$6,643
9%
$24,657
—
2012
$6,075
—
$24,627
—
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1831 Benson Avenue, Evanston, IL 60201 (MLS# 12584674) is a Commercial property. 1831 Benson Avenue is currently listed for $195,000 and was received on March 10, 2026. Want to learn more about 1831 Benson Avenue? Do you have questions about finding other Commercial real estate for sale in Evanston? You can browse all Evanston real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.