1209 Maple Ave.

Built in 1892 by the renown architectural firm of Holabird & Roche, this three story row house is designated as an Evanston landmark home. Situated on lovely tree lined Maple Avenue, the home offers three levels of living space with plenty of natural sunlight and many architectural details. The welcoming front porch is perfect for neighborhood conversations, and the back deck is ideal for evening meals and entertaining. The first floor features oak floors, high ceilings, archways, powder room (2012), living room with original front window and gas fireplace, separate dining room and redesigned kitchen (2006) with cherry cabinets, granite countertops, double ovens, Samsung cook top (2019), Bosch dishwasher (2017), gas fireplace, table space and pantry/mudroom leading to the back deck. Lovely staircase leads up to both the second and third floors with natural light from the oversized skylight. The front large bedroom with fireplace is currently used as a family room. Two additional bedrooms, hall bath and two hall closets complete the second floor. The third floor features a large private primary suite which includes the front bedroom, walk in closet, separate home office and lovely spacious bath with separate vintage soaking tub, walk in shower, skylights and new double ceramic sink. The basement offers plenty of storage (currently used as an art studio), high ceilings, half bath and renovated laundry room. Many new improvements since 2007 include updated wiring, two HVAC zones, new water heater, insulation, sump pump, new roof (2007) and fireplace upgrades. You will enjoy the backyard oasis with its new custom deck and fencing (2018), brick walkway, landscaping and custom carport and shed built in 2009. Ideal location just blocks from the lake, downtown Evanston, Main St and Dempster St shops and trains, schools and parks.