1001 Forest Ave.

Lovely, light filled Victorian home in premier SE Evanston location! The large, gracious living room has a wood burning fireplace and French doors opening to the charming veranda. Separate formal Dining room with fireplace. Sunny eat in kitchen has painted 42 " wood cabinets, island, pantry and overlooks the private, fenced backyard. The sitting room is open to the kitchen with French doors leading to a stone stoop and patio. Three roomy bedrooms and two full bathrooms on the 2nd floor. The airy, tree-top 3rd floor recreation room is newly carpeted. Fourth bedroom and full bath complete this floor. Wonderful vintage details, including high ceilings, plaster mouldings and original old-growth walnut floors. 2 1/2 car garage. Environmentally respectful additions include a brand new high-efficiency furnace, sustainable Marmoleum countertops and ceiling fans. Fun historical fact: house was originally part of an 1889 mansion, which was split in 1941 to create two single-family homes. This one was moved several feet to the south where it sits today! Amazing location! Steps to Lake Michigan and Lee Street Beach, Metra and "el" trains, Main Street shopping, dining and entertainment, multiple coffee shops, Trader Joes, Jewel-Osco, Sketchbook Brew Pub and branch of the post office. Near Northwestern University, Dempster and Downtown shopping areas. Easy access to the city!