Spectacular Victorian home located near downtown Evanston & Northwestern. This home has been completely updated, is priced to sell, and boasts hardwood floors, updated fixtures, wood doors, trim and custom paint t/o. The entry features built in hooks, shelves and storage for all your daily use. The home features soaring ceilings on the first level, a formal dining room and cozy living room with a gas burning fireplace. The kitchen is gorgeous with antique white classic rounded cabinets, granite countertops, all highend stainless appliances and includes a eating area. The basement is finished including built in shelves, a sitting area, recreation area and a laundry room with a high efficiency washer & dryer. The Master Suite is unique featuring a loft with the master bathroom, huge custom closet with built in drawers, shoe racks and tons of storage. All bedrooms feature large closets with built in organizers. The yard is fully fenced with access to the 2 car garage. A Must SEE!
Kitchen separate from living room...laundry in finished basement...finished attic (has entrance through a bedroom) and has closet space as well as a full bath.
11 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
Daniel Salvatori
Redfin Associate agent
Sale history for 1124 Foster St
Date
Event
Price
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #09192668
Jun 21, 2016
Sold (MLS) (Closed Sale)
$635,000
$271/sq ft
Apr 27, 2016
Relisted (Contingent)
—
Apr 26, 2016
Listing Removed
—
Apr 12, 2016
Listed (New)
$650,000
$278/sq ft
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #09073758
Dec 17, 2015
Listing Removed
—
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #06841044
Dec 19, 2008
Listing Removed
—
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #06658721
Dec 10, 2007
Listing Removed
—
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #06581188
Sep 5, 2007
Listing Removed
—
Public Records
Jun 14, 2004
Sold
$570,500
$244/sq ft
Public Records
Dec 16, 1988
Sold
$152,000
$65/sq ft
Public Records
Sep 23, 1983
Sold
$65,000
$28/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$14,207 (+4.4%)
$14,924 + $54,076
$69,000
2022
$13,607 (+8.8%)
$12,647 + $49,352
$61,999
2021
$12,512 (+0.9%)
$8,347 + $42,130
$50,477
2020
$12,404 (+2.2%)
$8,347 + $42,130
$50,477
2019
$12,136 (−14.7%)
$8,347 + $46,880
$55,227
2018
$14,229 (−3.7%)
$7,082 + $48,288
$55,370
2017
$14,774 (+10.4%)
$7,082 + $48,288
$55,370
2016
$13,381 (+13.6%)
$7,082 + $48,288
$55,370
2015
$11,782 (+0.8%)
$6,070 + $40,495
$46,565
2014
$11,684 (+2.5%)
$6,070 + $40,495
$46,565
2013
$11,400 (+4.4%)
$6,070 + $40,495
$46,565
2012
$10,917 (+3.7%)
$6,703 + $41,995
$48,698
2011
$10,527 (+10.0%)
$6,703 + $41,995
$48,698
2010
$9,569 (−6.1%)
$6,703 + $41,995
$48,698
2009
$10,187 (+8.1%)
$6,829 + $48,370
$55,199
2008
$9,421 (+10.3%)
$10,927 + $46,572
$57,499
2007
$8,537
$10,927 + $46,572
$57,499
Tax history for 1124 Foster St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$14,207 (+4.4%)
$14,924 + $54,076
$69,000
2022
$13,607 (+8.8%)
$12,647 + $49,352
$61,999
2021
$12,512 (+0.9%)
$8,347 + $42,130
$50,477
2020
$12,404 (+2.2%)
$8,347 + $42,130
$50,477
2019
$12,136 (−14.7%)
$8,347 + $46,880
$55,227
2018
$14,229 (−3.7%)
$7,082 + $48,288
$55,370
2017
$14,774 (+10.4%)
$7,082 + $48,288
$55,370
2016
$13,381 (+13.6%)
$7,082 + $48,288
$55,370
2015
$11,782 (+0.8%)
$6,070 + $40,495
$46,565
2014
$11,684 (+2.5%)
$6,070 + $40,495
$46,565
2013
$11,400 (+4.4%)
$6,070 + $40,495
$46,565
2012
$10,917 (+3.7%)
$6,703 + $41,995
$48,698
2011
$10,527 (+10.0%)
$6,703 + $41,995
$48,698
2010
$9,569 (−6.1%)
$6,703 + $41,995
$48,698
2009
$10,187 (+8.1%)
$6,829 + $48,370
$55,199
2008
$9,421 (+10.3%)
$10,927 + $46,572
$57,499
2007
$8,537
$10,927 + $46,572
$57,499
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
4
Baths
2.5
Stories
3
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
5,059 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,049
Year built
1898
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Cook County
APN
11181070010000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 17, 2026.
R4A
General Residential District
The R4a general residential district is intended to protect the residential character of this district by providing for a mix of residential types at a medium density in terms of number of dwellings and mass of structures compatible with the single-and two-family detached structures which predominate in this district.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Housing-Senior
Educational/school
Neighborhood center
Park & open space
Mar 3, 2026 • Final
Roofing
Work on a roof replacement.
Roofing
May 9, 2025 • Final
Tuckpointing / masonry
Rebuild a chimney.
Remodel
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# Of Cars: 2
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Parking: Garage
Garage Ownership: Owned
Garage On-Site: Yes
Garage Type: Detached
Garage Details: Garage Door Opener(s)
Driveway: Concrete
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 2
# of Baths (1/2): 1
Bath Amenities: Whirlpool
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 4
# of Bedrooms Possible: 4
Room Information
Room Type: Loft
Level: Third
Dimensions: 13 x 10
Flooring: Carpet
Room Information
Room Type: Foyer
Level: Main
Dimensions: 11 x 11
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
Room Type: Recreation Room
Level: Basement
Dimensions: 30 x 21
Flooring: Carpet
Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 2
Level: Second
Dimensions: 13 x 12
Window Treatments: Blinds
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 3
Level: Second
Dimensions: 12 x 11
Window Treatments: Blinds
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 4
Level: Second
Dimensions: 10 x 10
Window Treatments: Blinds
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
Room Type: Dining Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 15 x 12
Window Treatments: Curtains/Drapes
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
Room Type: Kitchen
Level: Main
Dimensions: 15 x 9
Window Treatments: Blinds
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
Room Type: Laundry
Level: Basement
Dimensions: 21 x 7
Flooring: Ceramic Tile
Room Information
Room Type: Living Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 16 x 13
Window Treatments: Blinds
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
Room Type: Master Bedroom
Level: Second
Dimensions: 16 x 10
Window Treatments: Blinds
Flooring: Hardwood
Additional Rooms Information
Foyer, Loft, Recreation Room
Attic: Finished
Dining Room: Separate
Basement: Full
Basement Description: Finished
Interior Features
Interior Features: Skylight(s), Hardwood Floors
# of Rooms: 9
Equipment
Appliances: Double Oven, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
TV-Cable, TV-Dish, Security System, CO Detectors, Ceiling Fan(s)
Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Location: Living Room
Fireplace Features: Gas Log, Gas Starter
Exterior
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Deck, Porch
Building Information
Living Area Source: Appraiser
Exterior Building Type: Vinyl Siding
Age: 100+ Years
Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
Roof: Asphalt
Foundation Details: Brick/Mortar
Property Information
Property Type: Detached Single
Property Type: 3 Stories
Ownership: Fee Simple
Rehab (Y/N): Yes
General Information: Commuter Train
Parcel Number: 11181070010000
Lot Information
Dimensions: 61X110
Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
Lot Features: Corner Lot
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $11,685
Tax Year: 2014
Tax Exemptions: Homeowner
Financial Information
Finance Code: Conventional
Special Service Area: N
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Lake Michigan, Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air, Zoned
Cooling: Central Air
Location
Community Information
Community Features: Sidewalks, Street Paved
School Information
Elementary School District: 65
Elementary School: DEWEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Alternate Elementary School: M L KING JR LAB EXPERIMENTAL SCHOOL
Middle Or Junior School District: 65
Middle Or Junior School: NICHOLS MIDDLE SCHOOL
Alternate Jr High/Middle School: DR BESSIE RHODES MAGNET SCHOOL
High School District: 202
High School: EVANSTON TWP HIGH SCHOOL
Location Information
Township: EVANSTON
Corporate Limits: EVANSTON
Directions: SOUTHEAST CORNER RIDGE & FOSTER. 2 BLKS NORTH OF EMERSON
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,049
Stories: 3.0
Lot Size: 5,059 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1898
Year Renovated: —
County: Cook County
APN: 11181070010000
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 17, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Holds Earnest Money: Yes
Possession: Closing
Around this home
Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
Dewey Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.6mi
8/10
Nichols Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.2mi
8/10
Evanston Twp High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.9mi
7/10
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Lifestyle
Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
2/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 98° expected this year, 14 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
0% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
4 unhealthy days expected this year, 4 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Evanston, IL • 60201
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 10.3 hours in
June and 3.3 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
10.3 hrs
3.3 hrs
JuneDecember
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Estimated sale price
$929,000 – $1.13M
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