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Property Description
Spacious 5+ bedroom Colonial in sought-after Northwest Evanston-ideally situated just minutes from downtown Evanston and Old Orchard Mall. This inviting home offers space, functionality, and flexibility for today's lifestyle. Upstairs, you'll find two ensuite primary bedrooms, ideal for multi-generational living or guest accommodations, along with a hall bath that serves three additional spacious bedrooms. Need more space? The main floor includes a potential sixth bedroom-perfectly configured for a private home office with a separate entrance for clients, adjacent to a full guest bath and a mudroom that leads directly to the rare two-car attached garage. The heart of the home is the large kitchen, which flows seamlessly into a sunny breakfast/informal dining area and an open family room featuring a custom wall of built-in shelving and cabinetry-perfect for relaxing or entertaining. The refrigerator, range, and dishwasher were updated in 2018. Summer entertainment is a breeze from the large adjoining deck. Enjoy hosting in the formal dining room or cozying up in the spacious living room with its elegant bay window and wood-burning fireplace, whose chimney was re-lined in 2021 for safety and efficiency. The large basement family room offers additional recreational/entertainment space with second fireplace, exercise room and workshop along with laundry. Leased solar panels were installed in 2024 for energy efficiency and sustainability. Freshly painted with hardwood floors throughout. This home combines classic charm with incredible space.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 2500 Simpson St
General
- Sold For: $860,000
- Taxes: $15,607 (2023)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12338204
- Added to Site: 244 day(s) ago
Interior
- Interior Features: 1st-Floor Bedroom, Walk-In Closet(s), Separate Dining Room
- Fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace(s): Living Room, Basement, Wood-Burning
- Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal
- Flooring: Hardwood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 4
- Full Bathrooms: 4
- Bathroom Features: Double Sink
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 5
Additional Information
- Equipment: Whole-House Fan
- Other Features: Commuter Bus
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Attached garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Total Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Concrete, On Site, Attached, Garage
- Parking On-Site: Yes
Location
- Area: Evanston
- County: Cook
- Driving Directions: McDaniel north of Golf to Simpson east to house
School Information
- School District: 65
- Midd School District: 65
- Elementary School: Lincolnwood Elementary School
- Middle School: Haven 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
Utilities
- Water: Lake Michigan
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Colonial
- Construction: Vinyl Siding, Brick
- Exterior Const.: Vinyl Siding, Brick
- Basement Desc.: Finished, Full
- Roof: Asphalt
- Sub-Flooring: Hardwood
- Square Feet: 2,713
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Year Built: 1964
- Built Before 1978: Yes
Lot Features
- Lot Size Range: Less than .25 Acre
- Lot Dimensions: 110 x 59
- Fence: Yes
- Fencing (Description): Fenced
Green Features
- Energy Efficient: Photovoltaic/Solar System
Financial Considerations
- Parking Included: Yes
- Assessment Year: 1964
- Tax Amount: $15,607
- Tax Year: 2023
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Property ID: 10142050260000
Listed by Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
Sold by @properties Christie's International Real Estate
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Schools
Schools serving 2500 Simpson St
School Districts:Evanston Community Consolidated School District 65, Evanston Township High School District 202
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Lincolnwood Elementary School 2600 Colfax Street, Evanston, IL 60201 | K-5 | 0.3 mi |
Haven Middle School 2417 Prairie Avenue, Evanston, IL 60201 | 6-8 | 0.7 mi |
Evanston Twp High School 1600 Dodge Avenue, Evanston, IL 60201 | 9-12 | 0.7 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 2500 Simpson St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
9/02/2025
Sold
$860,000
-5.49%
MLS
5/16/2025
Listed
$910,000
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MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
2500 Simpson Street, Evanston, IL 60201 (MLS# 12338204) is a Single Family property that was sold at $860,000 on September 02, 2025. Want to learn more about 2500 Simpson 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.

