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$2,095,000

  • For Sale
  • Active
  • Single Family
  • 6 Beds
  • 4 Full Baths
  • 2 Partial Baths
  • 5,416 Sq. Ft.
  • 2 Car Garage
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Discover timeless elegance at 225 Hamilton in Southeast Evanston, just steps from Lake Michigan, beaches, schools, trains, restaurants, and shops. Recently updated, this enchanting home blends classic architectural details with modern comforts, creating a space that feels both gracious and livable. The welcoming foyer, anchored by a brick fireplace, connects easily to every room on the main level. A sitting room or office features a coved ceiling and built-in cabinetry, while the living room-with its tiled fireplace-opens through French doors to a porch overlooking Stockham Place Park. The dining room, with its own fireplace and built-in oak buffet, offers a warm backdrop for gatherings. Function meets style in the butler's pantry, complete with sink, second dishwasher, ice maker, and abundant cabinetry, leading to a light-filled kitchen with breakfast area. The home's centerpiece is the beamed cathedral Great Room-dramatic yet comfortable-with a fireplace, bookcases, and soaring Palladian windows. It's equally suited for entertaining or quiet family evenings. Upstairs, two beautifully renovated bathrooms complement private bedrooms, while the third floor offers flexible space for a guest suite, teen retreat, or creative studio. With its thoughtful layout and adaptable design, 225 Hamilton welcomes every generation, offering rooms that suit a variety of lifestyles and life stages. Outdoors, a bluestone patio and natural gardens provide a serene retreat within the fenced yard, complete with a two-car garage. 225 Hamilton delivers quintessential Southeast Evanston living-refined, inviting, and perfectly located.

Full Property Details for 225 Hamilton St

General

  • Price: $2,095,000
  • Taxes: $30,331 (2023)
  • Status: Active
  • Type: Single Family
  • Source: MRED
  • MLS ID: 12411905
  • Updated: 9/28/2025
  • Added to Site: 208 day(s) ago

Rental Information

  • Complex Features: Lake, Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved

Interior

  • Basement: Partially
  • Interior Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s), Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s), Bookcases, Historic/Period Mlwk, Beamed Ceilings
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Number of Fireplaces: 6
  • Fireplace(s): Family Room, Living Room, Master Bedroom, Den/Library, Dining Room, Grand Entry Hall, Wood-Burning
  • Appliances: Double Oven, Microwave, Dishwasher, High-End Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Wine Refrigerator, Cooktop, Oven, Range Hood, Gas Cooktop
  • Flooring: Hardwood

Rooms

Bathrooms

  • Total Bathrooms: 6
  • Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Half Bathrooms: 2
  • Basement Baths: Yes

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 6

Additional Information

  • Equipment: Security System
  • Other Features: School Bus Service, Commuter Bus, Commuter Train

Parking

  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Total Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Brick Driveway, Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
  • Parking On-Site: Yes

Location

  • Area: Evanston
  • County: Cook
  • Township: Evanston
  • Driving Directions: Hamilton Street between Michigan Avenue and Forest Avenue

School Information

  • School District: 65
  • Elem School District: 65
  • Midd School District: 65
  • High School District: 202
  • Elementary School: Dewey Elementary School
  • Middle School: Nichols 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, Small Duct High Velocity
  • Heating Type: Steam

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water: Lake Michigan, Public

Structural Information

  • Construction: Brick, Cedar
  • Exterior Const.: Brick, Cedar
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Desc.: Partially Finished, Daylight
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Windows: Skylight(s)
  • Sub-Flooring: Hardwood
  • Square Feet: 5,416
  • Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
  • Year Built: 1894
  • Built Before 1978: Yes
  • Remodeled/Updated: 2002

Lot Features

  • Lot Size Range: .25 to .49 Acre
  • Lot Dimensions: 149 x 97

Financial Considerations

  • Assessment Year: 1894
  • Tax Amount: $30,331
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Pays Sewer: Public Sewer

Disclosures and Reports

  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Special Conditions: List Broker Must Accompany
  • Property ID: 11192040090000

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Schools serving 225 Hamilton St

School Districts:Evanston Community Consolidated School District 65, Evanston Township High School District 202
NameGradesDistance
Dewey Elementary School, Evanston, IL
1551 Wesley Avenue, Evanston, IL 60201
K-51 mi
Washington Elementary School, Evanston, IL
914 Ashland Avenue, Evanston, IL 60202
K-51.1 mi
Nichols Middle School
800 Greenleaf Street, Evanston, IL 60202
6-80.5 mi
Evanston Twp High School
1600 Dodge Avenue, Evanston, IL 60201
9-121.5 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 225 Hamilton St Get Price Alerts and Save Property

Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
8/20/2025
Price Reduced
$2,095,000
-7.71%
MLS
7/19/2025
Listed
$2,270,000
11.41%
MLS
10/11/2024
Sold
$2,037,500
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Tax History for 225 Hamilton St

Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2023
$31,637
4%
$133,999
—
2022
$30,332
-8%
$133,999
5%
2021
$32,826
1%
$127,024
—
2020
$32,447
3%
$127,024
-8%
2019
$31,582
-3%
$138,220
13%
2018
$32,491
3%
$122,025
—
2017
$31,658
2%
$122,025
-3%
2016
$31,067
11%
$125,258
18%
2015
$27,880
1%
$106,602
—
2014
$27,629
2%
$106,602
—
2013
$26,978
-14%
$106,602
-21%
2012
$31,267
—
$134,822
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225 Hamilton Street, Evanston, IL 60202 (MLS# 12411905) is a Single Family property with 6 bedrooms, 4 full bathrooms and 2 partial bathrooms. 225 Hamilton Street is currently listed for $2,095,000 and was received on July 19, 2025. Want to learn more about 225 Hamilton 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.

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