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Property Description
This FHA-APPROVED & INVESTOR FRIENDLY (no rental restrictions) move-in-ready condo unit features treetop views, hardwood floors, new paint throughout (2025), a fully renovated bathroom (2025), new stainless steel appliances (2025), and updated light fixtures with recessed lighting (2025). Additional highlights include deeded parking (#P4), private assigned storage (205-2), an existing intercom system, laundry room in the basement, and access to a huge common fenced yard. The building has seen major capital improvements including two new 100-gallon hot water tanks (2023), a new flood control system (2024), and enhanced security upgrades, with masonry and tuckpointing scheduled for 2026 and fully covered by reserves, providing long-term value and peace of mind in a desirable Evanston location.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 205 Custer Ave #2
General
- Price: $178,500
- HOA FEE: $406/month
- Taxes: $1,425 (2024)
- Status: Active
- Type: Condo
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12535719
- Updated: 1/12/2026
- Added to Site: 9 day(s) ago
Interior
- Basement: None
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 1
Additional Information
- Other Features: Commuter Bus, Commuter Train, Interstate Access
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Dog Run
Parking
- Total Spaces: 1
- Parking Features: Assigned, Parking Lot, Yes, Other
Location
- Area: Evanston
- County: Cook
- Township: Evanston
- Driving Directions: Ridge to Oakton, East to Custer. South to Building
School Information
- School District: 65
- Elem School District: 65
- Midd School District: 65
- High School District: 202
- High School: Evanston Twp High School
- Private School: Evanston Twp High School
Community
- Assoc. Fees Include: Heat, Water, Gas, Insurance, Security, Exterior Maintenance, Lawn Care, Scavenger, Snow Removal
- Pets Allowed: Yes
- Pets: Cats OK, Dogs OK
- Pet Restrictions: Cats OK, Dogs OK, / 999lbs.
- Mgmt. Company: Breakaway Management
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Wall Unit(s)
- Heating Type: Natural Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan
Structural Information
- Structure Type: Condo
- Construction: Brick
- Exterior Const.: Brick
- Basement Desc.: None
- Entry Floor Number: 2
- Stories/Levels: 3
- Square Feet: 650
- Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
- Built Before 1978: Yes
- Remodeled/Updated: 2025
Unit Information
- Units in Building: 16
Additional Structures
- Other Structures: Storage
Lot Features
- Lot Dimensions: condo
Animals
- Animals Allowed: Cats OK, Dogs OK
Financial Considerations
- Association Fee: $406
- Assoc Fee Freq.: Monthly
- Parking Included: Yes
- Tax Amount: $1,425.26
- Tax Year: 2024
- Pays Sewer: Public Sewer
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Condo
- Property ID: 11302060301009
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Schools
Schools serving 205 Custer Ave #2
School Districts:Evanston Community Consolidated School District 65, Evanston Township High School District 202
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Oakton Elementary School 436 Ridge Avenue, Evanston, IL 60202 | K-5 | 0.5 mi |
Chute Middle School 1400 Oakton Street, Evanston, IL 60202 | 6-8 | 0.7 mi |
Evanston Twp High School 1600 Dodge Avenue, Evanston, IL 60201 | 9-12 | 2.1 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 205 Custer Ave #2
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
1/06/2026
Listed
$178,500
146.21%
MLS
10/22/2013
Sold
$72,500
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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 205 Custer Ave #2
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2023
$1,259
6%
$8,446
—
2022
$1,183
21%
$8,446
21%
2021
$980
-5%
$6,975
—
2020
$1,027
-1%
$6,975
-10%
2019
$1,033
144%
$7,783
57%
2018
$424
-9%
$4,964
—
2017
$465
-45%
$4,964
-14%
2016
$846
8%
$5,796
5%
2015
$781
-15%
$5,494
-8%
2014
$915
-48%
$5,967
-11%
2013
$1,766
-12%
$6,713
-20%
2012
$2,008
—
$8,384
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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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205 Custer Avenue #2, Evanston, IL 60202 (MLS# 12535719) is a Condo property with 1 bedroom and 1 full bathroom. 205 Custer Avenue #2 is currently listed for $178,500 and was received on January 06, 2026. Want to learn more about 205 Custer Avenue #2? Do you have questions about finding other Condo real estate for sale in Evanston? You can browse all Evanston real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

