840 Michigan Avenue #9, Evanston, IL 60202 (MLS # 12532237)

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**Multiple offers have been received. Seller requests final and best offers by Tuesday at 6:00 PM *****Rare Evanston townhouse with a private, fenced ground-level terrace just a block from Lake Michigan.. Designed by renowned architect David Hovey, this award-winning Landmark Optima building-the first of its kind-is located within the Evanston Lakeshore National Register Historic District. This light-filled tri-level townhouse is one of the few residences in Southeast Evanston to offer a private, fenced ground-level outdoor terrace, ideal for entertaining, relaxing, and pet-friendly living. Sliding doors from the main level open directly to the terrace, creating effortless indoor-outdoor flow. The open main level features a spacious living and dining area with a wood-burning fireplace and a brand-new, thoughtfully designed kitchen with honed quartzite countertops, soft-close cabinetry, and all-new Frigidaire Gallery appliances. Luxury vinyl plank flooring and new lighting adds a modern comfort. The upper level offers a generous two-bedroom layout including a primary suite, private powder room, full hall bath, in-unit laundry, and serene treetop views through expansive windows. The finished lower level provides flexible space ideal for a home office, guest area, gym, or media room. Unit has direct access to a heated underground garage with one parking space. All-electric and energy-efficient with a heat-pump HVAC system and energy-efficient windows. Rentals permitted. Pet-friendly community. Ideally located steps from Lake Michigan beaches, parks, shops, dining, CTA, Metra, and the Northwestern shuttle.

DAYS ON MARKET 10 LAST UPDATED 1/22/2026
YEAR BUILT 1985 COMMUNITY Evanston
GARAGE SPACES 1.0 COUNTY Cook
STATUS Conditional PROPERTY TYPE(S) Condo/Townhouse/Co-Op

SCHOOLS
School District Evanston Twp High School
Elementary School Lincoln Elementary School
Jr. High School Nichols Middle School
High School Evanston Twp High School

PRICE HISTORY
Prior to Jan 14, '26 $503,000
Jan 14, '26 - Today $489,900


ADDITIONAL DETAILS
AIR Central Air
AIR CONDITIONING Yes
AMENITIES Insurance, Snow Removal, Water
APPLIANCES Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Washer
AREA Evanston
BASEMENT Finished, Partial, Yes
CONSTRUCTION Brick
FIREPLACE Yes
GARAGE Attached Garage, Yes
HEAT Electric, Heat Pump
HOA DUES 446
LOT 0
LOT DESCRIPTION Corner Lot, Landscaped
LOT DIMENSIONS COMMON
PARKING Concrete, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Attached, Garage, Driveway
SEWER Public Sewer
STORIES 4
TAXES 7213.53
WATER Public
MORTGAGE CALCULATOR
   

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