Evanston two flat in great neighborhood with the backyard opening directly up to the Butler Park and the North Shore Channel. Close to lovely Central Street shopping, restaurants, buses, Metra and great schools, close to Northwestern campus, lake and all Evanston has to offer. 1st floor has 2 bdrm 1 bath and extra sunroom in rear. 2nd floor has 2 bedroom 1 bath. This property is being sold AS IS.
Multi-familyProperty Type
1908Year Built
3,250 sq ftLot Size
$152Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Meghan Riley• @properties Christie's International Real Estate
Bought with Meghan Riley• @properties Christie's International Real Estate
Source:MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #11222603
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Investor seeks a finished basement; other units meet expectations. Parking availability poses a concern.
1 year ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
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Sale history for 2309 Foster St
Date
Event
Price
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #12464397
Oct 29, 2025
Listing Removed
—
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #12002795
Mar 22, 2024
Listing Removed
—
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #11941812
Feb 13, 2024
Listing Removed
—
Jan 30, 2024
Listing Removed
—
Dec 18, 2023
Listing Removed
—
Dec 7, 2023
Listing Removed
—
Public Records
Apr 29, 2022
Sold
$249,000
$152/sq ft
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #11222603
Feb 1, 2022
Sold (MLS) (Closed)
$249,000
$152/sq ft
Nov 12, 2021
Pending
—
Oct 6, 2021
Relisted (Active)
—
Oct 6, 2021
Price Changed
$285,000
$174/sq ft
Sep 28, 2021
Pending (Active Under Contract)
—
Sep 17, 2021
Listed (Active)
$295,000
$181/sq ft
Public Records
Jul 24, 2014
Sold
$120,000
$73/sq ft
Public Records
Feb 11, 2010
Sold
$75,000
$46/sq ft
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #07331551
Dec 10, 2009
Sold (MLS) (Closed Sale)
$75,000
$46/sq ft
Oct 10, 2009
Contingent
—
Oct 1, 2009
Price Changed (Price Change)
$79,900
$49/sq ft
Sep 22, 2009
Listed (New)
$89,900
$55/sq ft
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #06830249
Sep 22, 2009
Listing Removed
—
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #06745658
Mar 11, 2008
Listing Removed
—
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #06499252
Jun 30, 2007
Listing Removed
—
Public Records
Jul 6, 2005
Sold
$290,000
$177/sq ft
Public Records
May 24, 2005
Sold
$240,000
$147/sq ft
Public Records
Oct 7, 1985
Sold
$52,000
$32/sq ft
Public Records
Sep 1, 1985
Sold
$52,000
$32/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$6,052 (+33.4%)
$4,713 + $30,288
$35,001
2022
$4,537 (+40.8%)
$3,900 + $21,100
$25,000
2021
$3,223 (−0.5%)
$3,575 + $11,899
$15,474
2020
$3,239 (−4.4%)
$3,575 + $11,899
$15,474
2019
$3,388 (+54.0%)
$3,575 + $14,314
$17,889
2018
$2,200 (−15.0%)
$2,925 + $8,540
$11,465
2017
$2,587 (−18.6%)
$2,925 + $10,147
$13,072
2016
$3,179 (+15.5%)
$2,925 + $12,134
$15,059
2015
$2,753 (+0.4%)
$2,518 + $10,376
$12,894
2014
$2,742 (−45.5%)
$2,518 + $10,376
$12,894
2013
$5,030 (+144.9%)
$2,518 + $16,871
$19,389
2012
$2,054 (−18.0%)
$2,843 + $5,850
$8,693
2011
$2,506 (−17.6%)
$2,843 + $8,268
$11,111
2010
$3,040 (−40.4%)
$2,843 + $10,703
$13,546
2009
$5,105 (−22.7%)
$2,925 + $27,696
$30,621
2008
$6,606 (+3.8%)
$4,680 + $29,518
$34,198
2007
$6,362
$4,680 + $29,518
$34,198
Tax history for 2309 Foster St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$6,052 (+33.4%)
$4,713 + $30,288
$35,001
2022
$4,537 (+40.8%)
$3,900 + $21,100
$25,000
2021
$3,223 (−0.5%)
$3,575 + $11,899
$15,474
2020
$3,239 (−4.4%)
$3,575 + $11,899
$15,474
2019
$3,388 (+54.0%)
$3,575 + $14,314
$17,889
2018
$2,200 (−15.0%)
$2,925 + $8,540
$11,465
2017
$2,587 (−18.6%)
$2,925 + $10,147
$13,072
2016
$3,179 (+15.5%)
$2,925 + $12,134
$15,059
2015
$2,753 (+0.4%)
$2,518 + $10,376
$12,894
2014
$2,742 (−45.5%)
$2,518 + $10,376
$12,894
2013
$5,030 (+144.9%)
$2,518 + $16,871
$19,389
2012
$2,054 (−18.0%)
$2,843 + $5,850
$8,693
2011
$2,506 (−17.6%)
$2,843 + $8,268
$11,111
2010
$3,040 (−40.4%)
$2,843 + $10,703
$13,546
2009
$5,105 (−22.7%)
$2,925 + $27,696
$30,621
2008
$6,606 (+3.8%)
$4,680 + $29,518
$34,198
2007
$6,362
$4,680 + $29,518
$34,198
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Zoning and permits
Zoning
Permits
R3
Two-Family Residential District
The R3 two-family residential district is intended to provide for infill development of single-and two-family residences in moderate density neighborhoods and to preserve the present physical character of such neighborhoods.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Housing-Senior
Educational/school
Neighborhood center
Park & open space
Aug 3, 2021 • Final
Plumbing only
Perform lead abatement by replacing the water service line with copper piping from the buffalo box to the house.
Plumbing
Jul 22, 2021 • Final
Residential
Perform lead abatement by replacing the water service line with copper piping from the buffalo box to the house.
Gas
Plumbing
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
Interior
Basement Information
Basement Finish: Unfinished
Basement Type: Full
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths: 2
Heating & Cooling
Heating Type: Warm Air
Room Information
# of Rooms: 13
Exterior
Exterior Information
Physical Condition: Average
Building Style Type: Multi-Family
Exterior Wall: Frame
Building Type: Residential
Property Information
Subdivision Name: MCCORMICK PARK
Living Sq. Ft: 1,634
# of Units: 2
# of Stories: 1.5
Stories Type: 1 1/2
Legal Description: EAST11 FT LOT15 LOTS3&4 CIRCUIT COU RT PARTITION NW4NW4 S13 T40N R13E 3 P
Lot Information
# of Buildings: 1
Land Sq. Ft: 3,250
Legal Lot Number: 15,14
Acres: 0.0746
Depth Footage: 125
Front Footage: 27
County Use Description: APARTMENTS 2-6
Utility Information
Sewer Type: Public
Water Service Type: Public
Financial
Assessor Information
Assessment Year: 2025
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,634
Stories: 1.5
Lot Size: 3,250 square feet
Style: Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)
Year Built: 1908
Year Renovated: —
County: Cook County
APN: 10131060160000
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 15, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Haven Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.7mi
7/10
Evanston Twp High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.5mi
7/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
3/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 10-14% chance 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
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