One of Evanston's finest extra-wide brick and stone townhomes, beautifully reimagined with over $300,000 in recent luxury improvements. This exceptional residence offers sophisticated design, generous living spaces, and an unbeatable walk-to-everything location. The heart of the home is the stunning 2023 designer kitchen, featuring custom imported cabinetry, striking quartzite countertops, a 48" Sub-Zero refrigerator, and a premium Thermador appliance package including an induction cooktop, steam oven, retractable island hood, and dishwasher. The adjoining breakfast area and family room create an ideal space for everyday living and entertaining.Elegant formal living and dining rooms are complemented by two beautifully updated fireplaces with new gas inserts, remote controls, programmable temperature settings, and custom fireplace grilles.Luxury updates continue throughout the home with three fully renovated bathrooms showcasing quartzite countertops and premium Porcelanosa tile, a spa-inspired primary bath with a new Jacuzzi soaking tub, and a custom-designed walk-in closet in the spacious primary suite. New hardwood flooring on the third level, cork flooring in the basement, Graber window treatments throughout-including motorized blinds in the family room and kitchen-and custom imported cabinetry elevate every level of the home.The first-floor family room with wet bar and fireplace offers incredible flexibility, while the finished lower level provides additional living and recreation space.Outdoor living is equally impressive with a newly designed patio and elegant louvered pergola, creating the perfect setting for relaxing or entertaining. A newer roof (approximately six years old) adds additional peace of mind.Located in Evanston's coveted Ridge Historic District, just moments from downtown Evanston, Metra, CTA, restaurants, shops, Northwestern University, and Lake Michigan, this turnkey residence offers the perfect blend of timeless architecture, modern luxury, and exceptional convenience.
TownhomeProperty Type
1991Year Built
$450Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Laura Fitzpatrick• @properties Christie's International Real Estate
Bought with Meredith Schreiber• @properties Christie's International Real Estate
Est. $4,135 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 1206 Church St
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #12704240
Sep 21, 2026
Sold (MLS) (Closed)
$1,250,000
$450/sq ft
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #11652070
Feb 3, 2023
Sold (MLS) (Closed)
$885,000
$319/sq ft
Jan 31, 2023
Pending
—
Jan 1, 2023
Contingent (Contingent - Continue to Show)
—
Nov 15, 2022
Price Changed
$895,000
$322/sq ft
Oct 13, 2022
Listed (Active)
$995,000
$358/sq ft
+27
IN TOWN LOCATION! RIDGE HISTORIC DISTRICT. ONE OF EVANSTON'S FINEST EXTRA WIDE BRICK & STONE TOWNHOMES. THIS UNIQUE HOME INCLUDES 1ST FLR FAMILY RM W/WET BAR, FIREPLACE & GLASS DOORS TO PRIVATE PATIO. EAT-IN KIT, SEP FORMAL DINING RM W/FRENCH DOORS TO LIGHT FILLED LIVING RM WITH FIREPLACE 2 SETS OF GLASS FRENCH DOORS. LARGE SCALE MASTER STE, VAULTED CEILING, PRIVATE BATH W/ SEP TUB & SHOWER & HUGE WALK IN CLOSET, TWO ADDITIONAL BEDROOMS, HALL BATH & LAUNDRY. LOWER LEVEL REC/WORKOUT ROOM.
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #07424335
Jul 25, 2010
Listing Removed
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Public Records
Nov 4, 1998
Sold
$535,000
$193/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$17,680 (+4.5%)
$9,139 + $78,862
$88,001
2022
$16,921 (+25.3%)
$12,000 + $67,000
$79,000
2021
$13,506 (+0.5%)
$3,785 + $53,101
$56,886
2020
$13,433 (+1.1%)
$3,785 + $53,101
$56,886
2019
$13,281 (−22.2%)
$3,785 + $59,073
$62,858
2018
$17,074 (+2.5%)
$3,133 + $65,372
$68,505
2017
$16,658 (+2.5%)
$3,133 + $65,372
$68,505
2016
$16,253 (−3.1%)
$3,133 + $65,372
$68,505
2015
$16,781 (+0.8%)
$2,545 + $64,539
$67,084
2014
$16,646 (−0.5%)
$2,545 + $64,539
$67,084
2013
$16,724 (−6.6%)
$2,545 + $64,539
$67,084
2012
$17,899 (+1.7%)
$2,806 + $77,223
$80,029
2011
$17,593 (+15.0%)
$2,806 + $77,223
$80,029
2010
$15,303 (−16.5%)
$2,806 + $77,223
$80,029
2009
$18,316 (+5.7%)
$2,872 + $91,636
$94,508
2008
$17,330 (+7.3%)
$4,595 + $93,852
$98,447
2007
$16,155
$4,595 + $93,852
$98,447
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
3.5
Stories
3
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
2,611 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,778
Year built
1990
Style
Townhouse
County
Cook County
APN
11183000170000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 2, 2026.
R4
General Residential District
The R4 general residential district is intended to provide for a mix of residential types at a moderate density including multiple-family dwellings, two-family dwellings, townhouses, and single-family attached and detached dwellings.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Housing-Senior
Educational/school
Neighborhood center
Park & open space
Dec 13, 2023 • Final
Remodel - kitchen and/or bath
Perform a kitchen and bathroom remodel.
Bathroom
Kitchen
Remodel
Apr 25, 2023 • Final
Plumbing only
Replace the water heater and dispose of the old unit.
Plumbing
Water heater
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.
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 2, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Holds Earnest Money: Yes
Possession: Immediate
Some Photos Virtually Staged?: Yes
Around this home
Schools
Dewey Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.2mi
8/10
Nichols Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.8mi
8/10
Evanston Twp High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.6mi
7/10
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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
4/10 Air Factor
5 unhealthy days expected this year, 6 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Evanston, IL • 60201
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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51
39
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24
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Feb
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Sun exposure
86/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 26% for direct sun exposure in Evanston. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.1 hrs
4.6 hrs
JuneDecember
Provided by Shadowmap
Estimated sale price
$1.12M – $1.36M
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