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Property Description
MULTIPLE OFFERS RECEIVED! HIGHEST AND BEST DUE BY TUESDAY 5/12/26 BY MIDNIGHT W THE SELLER DECIDING SOMETIME ON WEDNESDAY 5/13/26. DUAL AGENCY IS NOT PERMITTED BY THE LIST AGENT. INVESTOR / REHAB OPPORTUNITY IN EVANSTON! Exceptional chance to restore and renovate this 3-bedroom, 1.1-bath single-family home located on a residential street in a strong Evanston location. The property offers approximately 1,174 square feet plus an unfinished basement and presents tremendous upside for investors, rehabbers, or buyers utilizing renovation financing. The home sustained significant damage from frozen pipes (pipes were not fixed & water is shut off) and requires a full interior renovation. All mechanical systems are currently inoperable. Exterior work and garage repairs are also needed. Due to the scope of work required, this property is best suited for cash buyers or renovation loans, however all offers will be submitted to the seller for review. Once renovated, this property has strong resale potential within the surrounding Evanston market. Great opportunity to customize finishes and maximize value in a highly desirable area. Property is being sold AS-IS, taxes 100% no survey will be provided. Buyer responsible for any inspections, repairs, and due diligence.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 2012 Dobson St
General
- Price: $199,900
- Taxes: $7,756 (2023)
- Status: Pending
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12639992
- Updated: 5/13/2026
- Added to Site: 7 day(s) ago
Interior
- Basement: Partially
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace(s): Living Room, Wood-Burning
- Flooring: Hardwood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Half Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Total Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Off-Alley, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
Location
- Area: Evanston
- County: Cook
- Township: Evanston
- Driving Directions: NORTH OF HOWARD, WEST OF DODGE
School Information
- School District: 65
- Elem School District: 65
- Midd School District: 65
- High School District: 202
- Elementary School: Dawes Elementary School
- Middle School: Chute Middle School
- High School: Evanston Twp High School
- Private School: Evanston Twp High School
Community
- Assoc. Fees Include: None
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air Conditioning
- Heating Type: Natural Gas, Forced Air
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Construction: Brick
- Exterior Const.: Brick
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Partially Finished, Full
- Sub-Flooring: Hardwood
- Square Feet: 1,174
- Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
- Year Built: 1951
- Built Before 1978: Yes
Lot Features
- Lot Size Range: Less than .25 Acre
- Lot Dimensions: 35 x 125
Financial Considerations
- Parking Included: Yes
- Assessment Year: 1951
- Tax Amount: $7,756
- Tax Year: 2023
- Pays Sewer: Public Sewer
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Property ID: 10251130030000
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Schools
Schools serving 2012 Dobson St
School Districts:Evanston Community Consolidated School District 65, Evanston Township High School District 202
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Dawes Elementary School, Evanston, IL 440 Dodge Ave, Evanston, IL 60202 | K-5 | 0.4 mi |
Chute Middle School 1400 Oakton Street, Evanston, IL 60202 | 6-8 | 0.6 mi |
Evanston Twp High School 1600 Dodge Avenue, Evanston, IL 60201 | 9-12 | 1.9 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 2012 Dobson St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
5/09/2026
Listed
$199,900
-11.16%
MLS
6/07/2013
Sold
$225,000
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Public Record
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 2012 Dobson St
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2023
$7,756
—
$40,001
27%
2023
$7,756
-1%
$31,619
-5%
2022
$7,851
27%
$33,368
45%
2021
$6,189
1%
$23,012
—
2020
$6,105
—
$23,012
-10%
2019
$6,096
9%
$25,684
28%
2018
$5,592
3%
$20,144
—
2017
$5,445
-1%
$20,144
-6%
2016
$5,502
-6%
$21,467
-1%
2015
$5,875
1%
$21,602
—
2014
$5,818
-2%
$21,602
-4%
2013
$5,920
36%
$22,500
—
2012
$4,340
—
$22,396
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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2012 Dobson Street, Evanston, IL 60202 (MLS# 12639992) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms, 1 full bathroom and 1 partial bathroom. 2012 Dobson Street is currently listed for $199,900 and was received on May 09, 2026. Want to learn more about 2012 Dobson Street? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Evanston? You can browse all Evanston real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

