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Property Description
Charming and bright 2 bed / 1 bath condo in Southeast Evanston! This high-first-floor home features a functional floor plan in an extremely convenient location. Lake Michigan and South Blvd Beach are just two blocks east. Commuters will appreciate being only four blocks from the South Blvd Purple Line "L" station. Freshly painted and move-in ready, the condo offers a spacious living room with a gorgeous fireplace and built-in shelving. Adjacent to the living room, the second bedroom features French doors and can also serve as a home office, den, or dining room. Additional highlights include newer windows, original parquet flooring throughout the common areas and bedrooms, and a linen closet. The condo includes a large, floor-to-ceiling walk-in storage locker on the lower level. The laundry room is conveniently located just down the covered rear stairs. The building is investor and pet-friendly, with easy street parking. Please note: This is a non-smoking condo and community.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 520 Michigan Ave #1W
General
- Price: $199,000
- HOA FEE: $425/month
- Taxes: $2,922 (2025)
- Status: Active
- Type: Condo
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12748875
- Updated: 9/4/2026
- Added to Site: 3 day(s) ago
Interior
- Basement: None
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace(s): Living Room, Gas Starter
- Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator
- Flooring: Hardwood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 2
Additional Information
- Shared Amenities: Coin Laundry
Location
- Area: Evanston
- County: Cook
- Township: Evanston
- Driving Directions: SOUTH BLVD TO MICHIGAN GO NORTH
School Information
- School District: 65
- Elem School District: 65
- Midd School District: 65
- High School District: 202
Community
- Assoc. Fees Include: Heat, Water, Insurance, Exterior Maintenance, Lawn Care, Scavenger, Snow Removal
- Pets Allowed: Yes
- Pets: Cats OK, Dogs OK
- Pet Restrictions: Cats OK, Dogs OK, / 999lbs.
- Mgmt. Company: Schermerhorn & Co.
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: None
- Heating Type: Steam
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan
Structural Information
- Structure Type: Condo
- Construction: Brick
- Exterior Const.: Brick
- Basement Desc.: None
- Sub-Flooring: Hardwood
- Entry Floor Number: 1
- Stories/Levels: 3
- Sq. Ft. Source: Not Reported
- Year Built: 1950
- Built Before 1978: Yes
Unit Information
- Units in Building: 27
Lot Features
- Lot Dimensions: COMMON
Animals
- Animals Allowed: Cats OK, Dogs OK
Financial Considerations
- Association Fee: $425
- Assoc Fee Freq.: Monthly
- Assessment Year: 1950
- Tax Amount: $2,922.06
- Tax Year: 2025
- Pays Sewer: Public Sewer
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Condo
- Property ID: 11194160241005
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Schools
Schools serving 520 Michigan Ave #1W
School Districts:Evanston Community Consolidated School District 65, Evanston Township High School District 202
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Lincoln Elementary School, Evanston, IL 910 Forest Avenue, Evanston, IL 60202 | K-5 | 0.5 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 | 2 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 520 Michigan Ave #1W
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
9/04/2026
Listed
$199,000
47.41%
MLS
3/25/2020
Sold
$135,000
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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 520 Michigan Ave #1W
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2023
$3,046
—
$13,160
5%
2023
$3,046
4%
$12,584
—
2022
$2,923
6%
$12,584
21%
2021
$2,751
120%
$10,366
—
2020
$1,252
5%
$10,366
-8%
2019
$1,188
34%
$11,242
19%
2018
$884
-45%
$9,409
—
2017
$1,610
-8%
$9,409
—
2016
$1,749
8%
$9,409
8%
2015
$1,626
—
$8,689
—
2014
$1,625
3%
$8,689
—
2013
$1,572
-35%
$8,689
-32%
2012
$2,410
—
$12,694
—
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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520 Michigan Avenue #1W, Evanston, IL 60202 (MLS# 12748875) is a Condo property with 2 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom. 520 Michigan Avenue #1W is currently listed for $199,000 and was received on September 04, 2026. Want to learn more about 520 Michigan Avenue #1W? 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.

