1038 Custer Avenue Evanston, IL $ 509,000
1038 Custer Avenue
$ 509,000
Recently Listed
Share Save

1038 Custer Avenue

Evanston, IL, 60202
$ 509,000
Bedrooms4 Baths2.0 Sq 1,861

Monthly Estimate*

$ 3,516

1038 Custer Avenue, Evanston, IL 60202 - Image 1
1038 Custer Avenue, Evanston, IL 60202 - Image 2
1038 Custer Avenue, Evanston, IL 60202 - Image 3
1038 Custer Avenue, Evanston, IL 60202 - Image 4
1038 Custer Avenue, Evanston, IL 60202 - Image 5
1038 Custer Avenue, Evanston, IL 60202 - Image 6
1038 Custer Avenue, Evanston, IL 60202 - Image 7
1038 Custer Avenue, Evanston, IL 60202 - Image 8
1038 Custer Avenue, Evanston, IL 60202 - Image 9

Multi-Family Home for sale in Evanston, IL

for $509,000 with 4 bedrooms and 2 full baths. This 1,861 square foot home was built in 1878.

Tucked away on a secluded stretch of Custer Street, just blocks from the shopping, dining, and train access along Dempster Street and Main Street, Lee Street Beach, and only half a block west of Nichols Middle School, this distinctive 1879 Luxembourg farmhouse offers a rare opportunity to own a piece of local history. The property features two separate two-bedroom, one-bathroom units, a detached two-car garage, storage shed, fully fenced private yard, and additional off-street parking. Many of the home's original architectural details remain intact, offering a glimpse into its historic character and charm. With vision and renovation, this unique property presents the opportunity to restore it to its former splendor as a single-family home, or retain it as a long-term, multi-unit investment. A rare blend of historic character, versatile potential, and a desirable location makes this property an exceptional opportunity for homeowners, investors, and preservation enthusiasts alike.

See more

Multi-Family Active

Price

$ 509,000

Bedrooms

4

Full Bath

2

Property Type

Multi-Family

Taxes

$ 11,253

Style

Farmhouse

Year Built

1878

Town/City

Evanston

County/Region

Cook

MLS | Web ID

12790317

Features
General
Sewer Public Sewer
Heating Baseboard
Possession Closing
Roof Asphalt
Garage Spaces 2
Architectural Style Farmhouse
Construction Materials Frame
Year Built 1878
Township Evanston
Tax Year 2025
Ownership Fee Simple
County Cook
New Construction N
Property Type Residential Income Two to Four Units
Other Structures Shed(s)
Total Rooms 14
Status New
Directions Chicago to Greenleaf west to Custer south to 1038
High School Evanston Twp High School
City Evanston
High School District 202
MLS Area Evanston
Elementary School Lincoln Elementary School
Tax Annual Amount 11253
Middle/Junior High School Nichols Middle School
Standard Status Active
Middle/Junior School District 65
Elementary School District 65
See more
Interior
Basement None
Total Bedrooms 4
Total Baths 2
Bedrooms Possible 4
Full Baths Building 2
Half Baths Building 0
Total Number of Units 2
See more
Exterior
Parking Features Yes Garage Owned Detached Garage
Water Source Lake Michigan Public
Total Parking 2
Lot Dimensions 57x86
Waterfront Y/N N
See more
* Excluded Features
List By
Compass

Broker

geoff.brown@compass.com

Email

Affordability Calculator

$4,453
Per Month
79%
21%
0%
Monthly Principal & Interest
$3,516
Monthly Property Taxes
$938
Monthly Home Insurance
--
Default based on a 30-year fixed rate of 7.375% with 20% down. The estimated payment is offered for convenience and is not an offer of credit. Due to market fluctuations, interest rates are subject to change at any time and without notice. Your individual rate may vary. Rates may differ for FHA, VA or jumbo loans.
Learn more about how to save

Discover how much house you can afford

Your dream home may be within reach.

Learn More about how to save

The time to sell is now
THE TIME TO SELL IS NOW! What's my home worth?
Nearby
565141 Elementary School
565829 Middle School
Evanston Twp High School High School
Pricing History
DatePricePrice ChangeDescription
10/21/2026$509,000 Listed Price

Map


See all

1038 Custer Avenue, Evanston, IL, 60202 is a Multi-Family Home for sale at $509,000 with 1,861 sqft. 1038 Custer Avenue has 4 bedrooms, 2.0 baths, and was built in 1878. The property's zip code is 60202 which is in Evanston, IL